[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 84 (Wednesday, June 6, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E998-E999]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                IN REMEMBRANCE OF FATHER JOHN J. CREGAN

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 6, 2012

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in remembrance of Father John 
J. Cregan, who ministered to parishes throughout our community, 
including Blessed Sacrament, St. Joseph's Church, St. Thomas More and 
Our Lady of Angels. Father Cregan also served as the Chaplain for the 
Cleveland Police and Fire, Greater Cleveland Police and Fire, Holy Name 
Society, Cleveland Office of the FBI, the Greater Cleveland Police 
Emerald Society, Retired Irish Police Society and the Anchor Club. 
Collectively, he held these roles for more than forty years.
  Father Cregan had a long and distinguished history in Cleveland. Born 
on June 2, 1935, Father Cregan went to St. Vincent de Paul grade school 
and later graduated from Saint Ignatius High School. After attending 
St. Meinrad Minor Seminary, Borromeo Seminary, and St. Mary Seminary, 
Father Cregan was ordained at Saint John Cathedral by Auxiliary Bishop 
Floyd Begin on May 20, 1961.
  Father Cregan was especially active with safety organizations such as 
police officers and firemen. He was an invaluable source of support, 
kindness and guidance for the women and men who bravely serve in the 
line of duty. His service led to him being honored with numerous 
awards, including becoming the 12th inductee of the Cleveland Police 
Museum Hall of Fame.
  Father Cregan's joy and strong faith were apparent after listening to 
any of his sermons. His kind spirit and good nature has brought 
countless people to his church. His dedication, generosity, and love to 
his members was like no other. He truly cared for all people. We, as a 
community, were blessed to have Father Cregan.
  I offer my condolences to his sisters, Sister M. Theresine, Rita 
Joyce, and Florence Schwind and his 15 nieces and nephews.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honoring the life of 
Father John J. Cregan who served his community selflessly with love and 
talent.

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