[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 176 (Wednesday, November 19, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2281]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL TOBIN

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                           HON. JOE COURTNEY

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 19, 2008

  Mr. COURTNEY. Madam Speaker, Michael Tobin was an exceptional 
academic leader, a devoted and loving family man, and friend to many. 
While his passing brings great sadness, the memories of this 
extraordinary man bring solace to our community.
  Early in life, Michael attended the University of Connecticut, where 
he was an active participant in ROTC. Following graduation, he entered 
the Air Force and served as a Second Lieutenant. He subsequently earned 
his PhD from the West Michigan University and would go on to teach at 
Southern Connecticut State University.
  Between 1976 and 1992, Michael was a professor at Southern 
Connecticut State University. During his tenure, he taught educational 
leadership to students from our community and communities across the 
Nation and abroad. His professional work inspired countless students 
and instilled the qualities that we need in our future educational 
leaders.
  Beyond these professional achievements, Michael was a devoted and 
loving family man. In his passing, the love shared by his extensive 
family reflects the strong bond that he shared with each.
  Throughout these journeys, Michael called Vernon, Connecticut his 
home since 1963. He was an excellent neighbor and even better friend 
and his presence will certainly be missed. Madam Speaker, I ask my 
colleagues to join me and my constituents in honoring his life and 
offering condolences to his family.

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