[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 52 (Tuesday, April 1, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E477-E478]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  IN REMEMBRANCE OF LEONARD WASSERMAN

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                           HON. MARCY KAPTUR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 1, 2014

  Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the life of 
Leonard J. Wasserman of Oregon, Ohio, who passed from this life on 
Monday, March 10, 2014. Len Wasserman was an indefatigable and socially 
minded leader on many fronts, dedicating his life to the service of his 
country and his local community.
  After graduating from Olney High School in 1944, Len served as a 
Sergeant in the U.S. Army during WWII. Following his service, he 
returned to Oregon, Ohio, to work as an engineer for Pure-Union oil, 
then as a chief engineer for Little Sisters of the Poor. In addition to 
his work as an engineer, he also enjoyed farming and continued pursuing 
this passion until his retirement in 2000.
  In the city of Oregon, he has made an immeasurable impact through his 
active role in the community. He served the city in various capacities, 
ranging from Councilman, Mayor, member of T.M.O.C.O.G, and past 
chairman of the Safety Commission and the Oregon Growth Commission. Len 
also remained politically active throughout his life, through his 
involvement in the Oregon Democratic Club. He served as past president 
and was a lifetime member 45+ years precinct committeeman. He was also 
a life member of the St. Ignatius Church, serving the church in a 
variety of roles. Len was a member and past president of the Holy Name 
Society, church lector, Eucharistic minister, member and past president 
of St. Vincent DePaul Society, church councilman, usher, and past 
president of the church credit union. In addition to his involvement 
with the church, Len was also a member of the Christ Dunberger American 
Legion Post 537, where he served as chaplain and member of the color 
guard, V.F.W. 9816, life member of O.C.A.W. 346, Old News Boys, Eagles

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2562, Swiss Club, G.A.F. Society, and the G.B.U.
  Len Wasserman leaves to cherish his life and legacy his loving wife 
Wilma Wasserman, their children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and 
extended family and friends. May we join them in honoring the life and 
service of an exceptional man.

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