[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 172 (Wednesday, December 12, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S13045]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          ADDTIONAL STATEMENTS

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                      IN MEMORY OF STANLEY FOSTER

 Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I would like to take this moment to 
reflect on the life of my friend and well-known philanthropist, Stanley 
Foster.
  Stan died of cancer on November 14, 2001 in San Diego, CA, at the age 
of 74. His death represents a great loss for the people of San Diego, 
the State of California and the Nation, who benefitted immensely from 
his extraordinary dedication and commitment to his community. His 
strong passion to make a difference, particularly reflected in his work 
to prevent gun violence, has made a lasting impact on all our lives.
  Stan Foster was the son of a scrap-dealer from Ukraine. After 
graduating from the University of Washington, he owned a retail 
furniture store in Portland before settling in San Diego in 1954.
  A man from humble beginnings, Stan gradually rose to become a 
successful businessman as the owner of the popular Hang Ten sportswear 
label. Throughout his career, he took great pride in reinvesting in the 
community. He was actively involved in organizations including the 
Chamber of Commerce, the United Way, the Jewish Federation and the 
Combined Arts Council. He also played a significant role in the 
political sphere, earning respect and admiration from legislators on 
both sides of the aisle. But he is most well known for his unwavering 
commitment to the fight against gun violence.
  In the 1980s, Stan sold the Hang Ten company and shifted his 
priorities towards his civic work. Affected by an incident that 
occurred in his teenage life, Stan dedicated much of his time to help 
combat gun violence. In pursuit of this mission, he founded San Diegans 
Against Handgun Violence in 1988 and also became national vice chairman 
of Handgun Control, Incorporated. As a leader of San Diegans Against 
Handgun Violence, he fought for gun safety and tougher gun laws. He was 
a true national leader in this fight.
  I will miss Stan Foster. He enriched many lives in California and 
throughout our Nation. Although we mourn the loss of a great leader, we 
will always remember his powerful voice for justice. His generosity and 
compassion will remain in our hearts, inspiring us to follow his 
unforgettable legacy.

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