1/27/2012
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin appointed Robert Edwin Roswall of Huntington to Commissioner of the West Virginia Bureau of Senior Services, effective January 16, 2012. Mr. Roswall assumes the position following the retirement of former Commissioner Sandra Vanin.
"Robert has a strong community service history that focuses on helping our most treasured citizens lead productive and active lives," Gov. Tomblin said. "I am truly pleased he has accepted this opportunity to assist our seniors."
Prior to assuming his new role, Mr. Roswall was the Executive Director of the Cabell County Community Services Organization. In the private sector, Mr. Roswall has been a small business owner in Huntington. He has an extensive history of working with the state including serving on Bureau of Senior Services' committees and working as an employee with the then-West Virginia Department of Welfare, now the Department of Health and Human Resources.
Mr. Roswall serves the Huntington community through a number of activities including his role as President of the Board of Directors for Family Services of Huntington. He is also past-president of the West Virginia Directors of Senior and Community Services.
A graduate of Huntington East High School, Mr. Roswall earned undergraduate degrees in political science and sociology as well as a graduate degree in political science from Marshall University. He is a passionate life-long learner. He resides in Huntington.
Contact Information
Jacqueline Proctor
304-558-2000