November 16, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2059 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

STRUTHERS PRESBYTERIAN Shortly after, he married Anita Pierce in 1952, band in action fills Buckeye fans with immense CHURCH CENTENNIAL his surviving wife of over 50 years. pride and captivates an audience in a way un- That summer, Mayor Folmar deployed to like any other live event. Most Ohio State sup- HON. TIM RYAN Korea, where he later received the Silver Star, porters credit much of the band’s success and OF OHIO the Bronze Star, and the Purple Heart for his acclaim today to the efforts of Dr. Woods. heroic service. Additionally, at the rank of Since his arrival, Jon has upheld the band’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lieutenant, he received the French Croix de traditions, while also employing new and inno- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Guerre, an award bestowed to individuals who vative techniques that have helped the band Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today distinguish themselves by acts of heroism in- sustain so many years of unrivaled superiority. to congratulate Struthers Presbyterian Church volving combat with enemy forces. After several decades, the Ohio State for celebrating its 100th anniversary this past After Korea, Mayor Folmar was assigned to Marching Band and the entire university has Sunday, November 13, 2011. Ft. Campbell, KY, as an Airborne Jump Mas- benefitted from the supreme expertise and vi- In 1804, the Struthers Presbyterian Church ter until 1954. He then returned to Mont- sionary leadership of Dr. Woods. He has be- was formed in the log cabin home of Richard gomery, joining his brother in construction and come a cornerstone of Ohio State, and, McConnell. In 1910, construction of the cur- sales for a government-issue loan funded through his legendary work, has etched his rent Struthers Presbyterian Church began in housing in the Cloverland neighborhood. The name into the school’s storied history. I along order to accommodate a growing congrega- Folmar brothers’ business eventually grew to with Congressman STIVERS and the entirety of tion. include large commercial shopping center con- the Ohio State community will greatly miss his Harold Milligan Sr. became a member of the struction throughout the Southeast. presence. His passion for our beloved school church in 1922 and has watched the church In 1975, Mayor Folmar entered the political and his years of commitment to the band have grow over his lifetime. One of his fondest arena by running for city council in 1975, left him with an enduring legacy. memories of the church was during World War where he was elected President of the Mont- f II when the church held ‘‘Bonds for Building’’ gomery City Council and eventually became dinners to support the war effort. The church Mayor from 1977 until 1999. Among his many PERSONAL EXPLANATION continues to help the community grow and other political accomplishments, he ran for prosper. It has acted as a meeting place for governor in 1982; served as campaign chair- HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART many local organizations including Alcoholics man for ’s finance committee OF FLORIDA Anonymous, Boy and Girl Scout Troops, and in 1980; state chairman for Reagan in 1984; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Rotary Club. The congregation puts to- and chairman for Bush-Quayle in 1988 and Wednesday, November 16, 2011 gether welcome baskets for new city resi- 1992. After retiring from politics, he worked as dents, they give hand-made fleece blankets to a business consultant and was appointed Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall the Akron Children’s Hospital, they coordinate Commissioner to the Beverage Con- No. 842, I was unable to make the vote. Had food banks for those in need, and they orga- trol Board by Governor in 2003. I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ nize clothing drives during the holidays. Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues rise f I wish the church 100 more bountiful years today to join me in remembrance of Mayor of service to our community and thank the Emory Folmar. I personally am blessed and HONORING MAYOR ROBERT HISON congregation for their generosity and commit- honored to call Mayor Folmar a role model ment to the residents of Struthers. and dear friend. The citizens of Montgomery HON. SANDER M. LEVIN f will forever remember the Mayor for many OF MICHIGAN years to come and the influential legacy he left IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN RECOGNITION OF THE LIFE OF behind. FORMER MAYOR EMORY FOLMAR Wednesday, November 16, 2011 f Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- HON. MARTHA ROBY IN HONOR OF THE OHIO STATE ognize my friend and colleague in public serv- UNIVERSITY MARCHING BAND OF ALABAMA ice, Mayor Robert Hison of Saint Clair Shores, DIRECTOR DR. JON WOODS UPON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Michigan, as he retires after 27 years of de- HIS RETIREMENT voted and talented service on the City Council. Wednesday, November 16, 2011 I have deeply enjoyed working with Mr. Hison Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in re- HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI on a number of significant issues to help serve membrance of a former Montgomery, Alabama OF OHIO our mutual constituents. Mayor, Emory Folmar, for his selfless dedica- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Hison had a lengthy and successful ca- tion and commitment to our Alabama commu- reer at Detroit Diesel Corp, retiring in 2004 nity. An elected official, decorated war vet- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 after 38 years of service. He was appointed to eran, successful business owner, and loving Mr. TIBERI. Mr. Speaker, I along with Con- Saint Clair Shores City Council in 1984, was husband and father, Mayor Folmar lived a gressman STEVE STIVERS rise today to honor reelected several times and ran for mayor in long and fruitful life filled with many accom- and recognize the Ohio State University 2004, and has served the last 7 years in that plishments. Not only did I have the privilege to Marching Band director Dr. Jon Woods upon capacity. know him as the Mayor of my hometown, but his retirement. Although the position of mayor is part-time also personally as an elder within Trinity Pres- As a former member of the marching band, in St. Clair Shores, Mr. Hison believed it was byterian Church, and as a close friend of my I had the extraordinary opportunity of learning a full-time responsibility. He devoted himself to family. from and getting to know Dr. Woods. To this the work and was visible everywhere through- Mayor Folmar was born in Troy, AL, and day, I am honored and blessed to call Jon a out the city. He made it his goal to improve moved to Montgomery when he was fourteen good friend. Issuing remarks about a man that the city’s financial future and under Mr. years old. While earning a degree in business has meant so much to me and every Buckeye Hison’s leadership, the City of Saint Clair at the University of Alabama, Mayor Folmar around the world gives me great pleasure. Shores has continued on a path of sound fi- also served as Cadet Colonel of the Army Re- The Ohio State Marching Band remains one nancial footing despite immense economic serve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC). of the most well-recognized college bands in challenges. Through ROTC, he received a Regular Army the country. Its artistry, accuracy and sound The City of St. Clair Shores is fortunate to commission and went to Ft. Benning, GA, for has earned the band the informal title of ‘‘The be located next to Lake St. Clair, one of the parachute training and instructors’ schools. Best Damn Band in the Land.’’ Observing the most biologically diverse ecosystems in North

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