[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 6 (Wednesday, January 26, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E81-E82]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF JUDGE JOHN V. CORRIGAN

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 26, 2005

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and remembrance of 
Judge John V. Corrigan, retired Ohio Appellate Judge, United States 
Veteran, beloved husband, father, friend and mentor to many. His 
brilliant legacy is reflected in the courtroom and throughout our 
community, where he was admired and respected for his insight, 
integrity and sincere concern for the people of Cleveland.
  Judge Corrigan's steadfast work ethic and strong sense of service to 
others were inextricable facets of who he was and characterized how he 
lived his life. He grew up in

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Cleveland, graduated from St. Ignatius High School, then worked his way 
through John Carroll University, where he graduated in 1943. Shortly 
thereafter, Judge Corrigan enlisted in the Army, where he participated 
in five European campaigns as a surgical technician during World War 
II.
  After the war, he earned a law degree from the Western Reserve 
University School of Law, and began a private law practice. Judge 
Corrigan served on the Cleveland Municipal Court from 1953 until 1956 
He was elected to the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas in 1956, 
where he served until 1973. In 1991, Judge Corrigan retired after 
serving three terms on the 8th Ohio District Court of Appeals. His 
unequalled work ethic, keen legal mind, and uncompromising professional 
integrity continuously garnered the respect and admiration of all 
members of the court. While Chairman of the Civil Rules Committee, 
Judge Corrigan was a leader in the successful effort to streamline and 
unify the court process regarding civil cases. His dedication on behalf 
of the public good was present throughout his work, and served to 
uplift our entire judicial system.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and remembrance 
of Judge John V Corrigan. Courage, vision and integrity defined his 
life, and he will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him 
well. I extend my deepest condolences to his beloved wife, Eileen; to 
his children, Clare, Kate, Mary Ann, Eileen, Tom, Dan and Jack; and to 
his beloved grandchildren, extended family and many friends. Judge 
Corrigan's life was one of joy, energy and unwavering service to 
others. His faith in our system of justice will continue to serve as a 
guiding force and brilliant example of truth, fairness and equity for 
all.

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