Heroes lead, inspire, and perform memorable acts that shape the lives of
others. In the pages of this book, readers will learn the stories behind
Kearny's heroes--the people whose contributions made Kearny into the
thriving, diverse community it is today. Ed Karolasz gave his life for
his country during the war in Iraq. Councilman Norman Doyle helped a
young girl get the medical attention she needed. College student
Gabriela Salvador restores historic costumes for the town museum. Real
estate developers Louis Lindblom and Edward Strong built the town's
financial institutions and the Arlington section. Educators Peg Bixler
and Barbara Toczko devoted themselves to their students. From the town
known as Soccertown, USA, came John Harkes, Tony Meola, and Tab Ramos,
who played on the United States team in the FIFA World Cup. But there
was also Louis Eilshemius, the somewhat mad and reclusive artist, and
Albert Gonzalez, a government informant and computer criminal. This City
of Opportunity has produced more than its share of personalities that
have created admirable and notorious international, national, and local
legends.