WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tonight, Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10) and members of the Ohio congressional delegation gave remarks on the House Floor in honor of former Ohio Congressman Dave Hobson, who passed away on October 6 at the age of 87.
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Remarks as prepared for delivery:
Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
I rise today to honor a remarkable man.
Dave Hobson was a beloved friend and leader. His life was marked by service, commitment, and an unyielding dedication to his country.
I saw firsthand how much Dave loved Ohio and the Miami Valley during our time together in the House of Representatives.
Whether he was advocating for veterans or working to strengthen our national defense, Dave's efforts were always driven by a love for his country and a commitment to improve the lives of others.
The impact of Dave’s legacy is felt across Ohio’s 10th Congressional District, particularly at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, where the street “Hobson Way” is named in his honor, and at Clark State College, which named its Beavercreek center “Dave Hobson Hall.”
Dave believed that public office was a sacred trust, and he upheld that trust with every action he took.
But beyond his remarkable political career, Dave was a devoted family man, a mentor, and a friend.
Dave, we are grateful for the life you lived and the legacy you left behind. You will never be forgotten.