Ohio, Nation Mourn George Voinovich

By: Sabrina Eaton, The Plain Dealer
June 12, 2016

Ohio governor. Cleveland mayor. U.S. senator.

As news of George Voinovich's death spread on Sunday morning, here's how those who knew him mourned the longtime public servant.

U.S. Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Toledo:

"Ohio and our nation has lost one of its most dedicated and effective public servants. Our hearts go out to his beloved wife Janet and their entire family. As Mayor, Governor and S‎enator, George Voinovich built a distinguished legacy, impacted every community in our state. Cleveland began its renaissance with his concerted, unyielding tutelage. As Senator, he helped guide freedom forward globally, with a particular dedication to Eastern and Central Europe in the wake of Soviet repression. It was my privilege to work with him, on a bipartisan basis, and always find common ground, in the public interest. May the angels carry him to a restful peace and bring his grieving family solace during this difficult time."

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