[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 108 (Wednesday, July 6, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1050-E1051]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING THE LIFE OF JOHN F. WOLFE

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                           HON. JOYCE BEATTY

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 6, 2016

  Mrs. BEATTY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate John F. Wolfe, 
longtime owner of The Columbus Dispatch and Central Ohio 
philanthropist, who passed away on June 24, 2016.
  John was a prominent figure in the State of Ohio, and a champion for 
Columbus his entire life. He took up the family business, joining The 
Dispatch Printing Company after graduating from Washington and Lee 
University in 1965. He worked tirelessly, climbing the ranks of the 
business and being elected company President and CEO. In 1975, he was 
elected publisher of The Columbus Dispatch. His hard work and 
dedication resulted in his election to Chairman of the Board of The 
Dispatch Printing Company in 1994.
  A loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Mr. Wolfe led a 
long and prosperous life, brightening the lives of all of those who 
were fortunate enough to know him. A life-long champion of the City of 
Columbus, he was one of the city's greatest advocates. He was truly 
committed to improving the city, as he dedicated much of his time and 
resources to Columbus citizens, businesses, and organizations--aiding 
in any way possible. He contributed to countless nonprofits, 
initiatives, and organizations throughout the city, in addition to

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founding many organizations of his own. He was instrumental in 
establishing the Columbus Partnership amongst a host of other 
organizations, in addition to serving on the boards of over 20 
businesses and civic, educational, and philanthropic organizations 
throughout Central Ohio.
  Throughout his prestigious career, Mr. Wolfe received numerous well-
deserved honors and special recognitions, and awards, including public 
service awards from the FBI, the Ohio Newspaper Association, the Ohio 
Hospital Association, and the John Glenn College of Public Affairs. He 
also was awarded an honorary doctorate degree from Franklin University, 
Otterbein College and The Ohio State University.
  John is survived by his loving wife and three daughters. I offer them 
my prayers and hope that they find comfort in their wonderful memories 
and having been touched by such an outstanding person.

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