[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 33 (Wednesday, March 15, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E363]
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            IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF ROBERT T. WOODWORTH

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 15, 2006

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
my friend, Robert T. Woodworth, devoted father, grandfather, friend, 
United States veteran and long-time community activist, for his civic 
activism that continues to uplift our entire Westside Cleveland 
community.
  Mr. Woodworth was born in Cleveland to loving parents. His father 
drove streetcars in the city and his mother was a loving housewife. 
With extended family nearby, he learned early on the significance of 
family and community. Mr. Woodworth has infused those vital lessons of 
childhood within his own family, as he continues to be a foundation of 
strength and support for his daughter, Rhonda, and his granddaughters, 
Stephanie and Samantha.
  As a young adult, Mr. Woodworth enlisted in the United States Air 
Force, giving him the opportunity to travel the world. The languages he 
learned and friends that he made have never left him, transcending time 
and distance. He speaks fluent German, Spanish and French and remains 
closely connected to friends living in faraway lands. His passion for 
travel, community issues and global concerns parallels his passion for 
music. He is an avid guitarist and pianist and is an avid patron of 
classical music.
  Mr. Woodworth's warm demeanor and quick smile easily draws others to 
him. His unwavering belief in community service and volunteerism is 
illuminated throughout Cleveland's Westside, especially within our 
democratic process, where his grassroots involvement continues to 
positively impact our neighborhoods. His leadership and diligence has 
been key in several political races, including his role as campaign 
manager for then council candidate Nelson Cintron. Councilman Cintron 
became the first Hispanic councilman in Cleveland's history.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor, recognition and 
gratitude to Mr. Robert T. Woodworth. His joyous life, centering on 
devotion to family, friendship and community, continues to reflect 
warmth, energy and song--enriching and inspiring family and friends 
throughout our Cleveland community and far beyond.

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