[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 163 (Saturday, December 17, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2569]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO DENNY SCHAFFER IN RECOGNITION OF HIS CONTRIBUTIONS 
                           TO NORTHWEST OHIO

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                         HON. PAUL. E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, December 16, 2005

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, today I pay tribute to a good friend of 
Northwest Ohio. In October of this year, the great city of Atlanta, 
Georgia received a gift of one of Ohio's adopted sons. After 25 years 
in radio, including more than a dozen years in Toledo, Denny Schaffer 
has become one of the newest Georgia Peaches.
  A native of Flint, Michigan, Denny Schaffer dominated the Toledo 
radio market since his debut in 1993. After hosting the ``Breakfast 
Club'' on 92.5 KISS-FM for 10 years, Denny moved to 1370 AM WSPD's 
afternoon talk show. His biting commentary and political knowledge made 
Denny Schaffer one of the most listened to radio personalities in 
Toledo.
  I had the privilege of appearing on Denny Schaffer's radio show on 
numerous occasions. Every time I was interviewed by Denny, I found him 
to be fair and knowledgeable of the political climate both in Northwest 
Ohio and in Washington. I know that Denny's quick wit and sharp mind 
will entertain the people of Atlanta and keep Georgia's politicians on 
their toes.
  A frequent Fill-In Host for the nationally syndicated Glenn Beck 
Show, Denny's reputation in radio precedes him to Atlanta. Denny's 
devotion to God, his Family and his Country will serve the Atlanta 
listeners of WGST Radio well. For more than a decade, Denny has hosted 
charity events and encouraged his loyal fans to give freely to those in 
need. However, Denny's devotion as a loving husband and father is the 
best gift he can give. I am certain that Denny's legacy as a giving and 
big-hearted person will follow him to Atlanta.
  I joined the thousands of saddened Northwest Ohioans this past August 
in learning that Denny Schaffer would no longer grace our airwaves. But 
we consider Denny our gift to the citizens of Georgia and know that 
they will be well served, and certainly entertained, by his commentary, 
his humor, and his ability to avoid FCC rebuke.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in paying special tribute 
to an adopted Ohioan, Denny Schaffer. On behalf of the people of the 
Fifth District of Ohio, I am honored to recognize Denny's efforts to 
better our community. His impact on Northwest Ohio will remain in our 
minds long beyond his departure and we wish Denny, his wife Sharon, and 
their children Olivia and Joshua all our best in the future.

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