Brian Welch                            September 12, 1998
Headquarters, Washington, DC
(Phone:  202/358-1600)

RELEASE:  98-166

STATEMENT BY NASA ADMINISTRATOR GOLDIN ON THE 
PASSING OF CNN CORRESPONDENT JOHN HOLLIMAN

     NASA Administrator Daniel S. Goldin issued the following 
statement today on the passing of CNN's John Holliman:

     "All of us at NASA are stunned and saddened by this tragic 
loss.  John's love and enthusiasm for space flight and exploration 
was infectious and brought America some of the most memorable 
moments and finest reporting in the history of NASA. 

     "John's love for the space program was exceeded only by his 
love for his family.  I first met John during my confirmation 
hearings in the spring of 1992.  On the many occasions I have 
spoken with him since, he always exchanged pictures and stories 
about his family.  He was very proud of them and loved them 
dearly.

     "His passing is a tremendous loss for all of us.  Our 
thoughts and prayers go out to Diane and Jay and to his many 
friends and colleagues at this difficult time."


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