Getting to know Tim McCormack

Tim McCormack is probably our best bet for County Executive. That is just my opinion, I hope you will agree with me at election time. He also happens to be one of the finest N. Collinwood neighbors around, there are many fine neighbors in N. Collinwood, but with Tim, I find him to be articulate, well spoken, and he has impeccable  taste. He and his wife of 27 years, Valerie, live at a lake house with 3 of their 4 sons. He is a graduate of St. Joe's High School, Miami of Ohio and Cleveland Marshall Law School, which he finished in 1972. Currently he practices Private, Probate and Mental Health Law. I had the great opportunity to sit down with Mr. McCormack, and ask a few private questions and here they are.

What is your idea of perfect happiness?

Sitting in my backyard, finding peace at home.

What do you consider your greatest achievement?

Fatherhood.

What quality do you most like in a person?

Honesty, by that I mean candor.

What do you value most in your friends?

Consideration.

What is your most treasured possession?

The complete works of Robert Frost, which was a gift from my sister.

What is your greatest extravagance?

My private time.

Who are your heroes in real life?

I have 2 different categories for that, first would be my wife, Valerie, for shaping my boys into strong men, and secondly, direct care providers; I have a son that is severely disabled and is being cared for 24 hours a day by direct care providers.

What makes you unique?

I reflect too much, more than normal. I analyze about human nature.

If you could change one thing in your life what would that be?

That my youngest son would live with us, and that the house would be set up for his care.

What are your favorite words?

 Good Morning!

In my conversation with Tim he mentioned that his favorite author, or I should say, one of his favorite authors, was Mark Twain. With that, I leave you this:

"It's not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog."--Mark Twain

This month's Sue Brandt's "Getting to Know" column appears on our Forum page because her article includes her opinion on the upcoming County Executive race. While we are very proud of Collinwood's Tim McCormack, and very excited about his involvement in the County Executive Race, The Collinwood Observer does not endorse candidates.