December 12, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 199 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING THE LIFE OF STATE SENATOR CORMAN

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
life and legacy of former Pennsylvania State Senator J. Doyle Corman, 
who passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 8, at the age of 87. 
Doyle leaves behind his wife, Becky, with whom he raised five children. 
He was the proud grandfather of 13 grandchildren and 9 great 
grandchildren.
  A Bellefonte native, Doyle faithfully served the people of Centre 
County for more than 20 years as State Senator, and 10 years prior to 
that as county commissioner. He was a man of principle, deeply 
committed to service and the betterment of his community. He left his 
mark on Harrisburg by championing critical transportation legislation, 
helping to make Pennsylvania a safer, more connected Commonwealth.
  I can attribute Doyle's mentorship to where I am today, as he 
convinced me, in 2002, to follow in his footsteps to run for Centre 
County Republican Party chairman. Through the outpouring support from 
fellow Pennsylvanians, it is clear Doyle will be sorely missed but his 
legacy not soon forgotten.
  I offer my prayers and deepest condolences to Becky and the entire 
Corman family.

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