DETROIT – Jonathan Wolman, the editor and publisher of the Detroit News for the past 12 years died Monday from complications related to pancreatic cancer, the newspaper reported.
"I was saddened to hear of the passing of Detroit News editor and publisher Jonathan Wolman today. He was a deeply dedicated newsman who possessed a rare intellect. I enjoyed my conversations with Jonathan over the years. His passing is a loss for our entire community and for the profession of journalism, which he loved so dearly," said Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan.
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A service will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Temple Beth El in Bloomfield Hills. Donations can be made in Wolman's name to the Committee to Protect Journalists, the University of Wisconsin School of Journalism, and Jewish Family Services of Metro Detroit.