Congressman Juan Ciscomani has introduced bipartisan legislation to name the main post office in Marana, Arizona after former Mayor Ed Honea. The bill proposes to designate the facility at 13355 North Lon Adams Road as the Mayor Ed Honea Memorial Post Office. All members of Arizona’s House congressional delegation are co-sponsoring the measure.
Ciscomani, who represents Arizona’s 6th Congressional District, said, “Ed was the local boy who made good. He loved Marana with all his heart, and Marana certainly loved him in return.”
Honea served his hometown for 37 years, including three terms on the Town Council and five terms as mayor. His family has longstanding ties to Marana; his father also served on the council. Under Honea’s leadership, Marana grew from a predominantly agricultural community into one of southern Arizona’s fastest-growing towns.
“Ed was one of Southern Arizona’s most influential leaders, a pillar of the Marana community, and someone I called a friend,” Ciscomani said. “An era ended with his unexpected passing in November of 2024, but with the Mayor Ed Honea Memorial Post Office, future generations will always be reminded of the man who helped build Marana. I’m honored to have spoken with Mayor Honea’s family about introducing this bill to honor their loved one. I am grateful to my Arizona colleagues for joining me in cosponsoring this legislation and I look forward to seeing it advance in Congress.”
The bill (H.R. 6247) is now before the House Oversight Committee. Ciscomani noted that broad support among Arizona representatives reflects Honea’s reputation.
Co-sponsors include David Schweikert (AZ-01), Eli Crane (AZ-02), Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Andy Biggs (AZ-05), Adelita Grijalva (AZ-07), Abraham Hamadeh (AZ-08), and Paul Gosar (AZ-09).
Congressman Eli Crane said, “Mayor Ed Honea devoted his life to our nation, his faith, and to the great people of Marana. From his years in the U.S. Navy to his nearly four decades of public service, he worked tirelessly on behalf of the community he loved. I’m grateful to cosponsor this bill, which honors his meaningful life of leadership, vision, and service.”
Congressman Andy Biggs stated: “Ed Honea served his community, his country, and worked tirelessly for his hometown. He served the town of Marana for 37 years in the Town Council and as Mayor. I’m grateful to Mr. Ciscomani for leading the effort to honor Ed’s legacy.”
Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari added: “With nearly 40 years of public service under his belt, Mayor Ed Honea dedicated his career to serving the Marana community with passion and pride. I am honored to memorialize his lifetime of leadership with this bill.”
Congressman Greg Stanton remarked: “I came to know Ed Honea when we both served as mayors, and I saw firsthand his love for Marana and its people. Ed’s leadership over nearly four decades was transformative—his vision on transportation issues and economic development helped shape the growth we see across Pima County today. I’m proud to partner with Congressman Ciscomani to honor this remarkable Southern Arizonan whose legacy will continue to benefit our region for generations to come.”
Honea died unexpectedly on November 24, 2024 at age 77. A graduate of Marana High School in 1965 and a Vietnam War veteran who served in the U.S. Navy Seabees, he later worked as a contractor for the U.S Postal Service for 29 years—including at what will become the post office named after him.
Marana Mayor Jon Post welcomed naming the post office after Honea: “Mayor Honea wasn’t just a colleague, he was my friend, and I miss him every day,” Post said. “He once delivered mail for the United States Postal Service…and I can’t think of a more fitting way to honor his legacy than to place his name on the building.”
Town Manager Terry Rozema commented: “Mayor Honea cared deeply about the people of Marana…His legacy will continue to inspire those of us who serve. It is fitting that his name will now be honored on the post office as a lasting reminder of his commitment.”
In December 2024, Ciscomani delivered remarks honoring Honea on the House floor.
Earlier that year at a press conference announcing $26 million in Community Project Funding secured for Arizona’s 6th district—which included funds for crime scene documentation equipment and water treatment projects—Honea joined Ciscomani at an event highlighting federal support received by Marana.
Juan Ciscomani is currently serving in Congress representing Arizona’s 6th district after succeeding Ann Kirkpatrick in 2023.
In recent elections Juan Ciscomani won against Kirsten Engel both in 2022—by less than two percentage points—and again in 2024 by a narrow margin.
