[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 13 (Tuesday, February 7, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E75]
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                HONORING THE MEMORY OF JUDGE ART DANNER

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                             HON. SAM FARR

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 7, 2006

  Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of my dear 
friend, the late Judge Art Danner. Art died unexpectedly on Saturday 
the 28th of January, leaving a void in both the legal community and the 
community at large. As a friend, experienced lawyer, Superior Court 
Judge and respected public servant, Art heavily impacted Santa Cruz 
County, and it is fitting that we honor him today. Art is survived by 
his wife, Betty Danner; his parents, Arthur Danner Jr. and Marie 
Danner; and his sons, Arthur and Andrew Danner.
  Art was revered in Santa Cruz for his commitment to justice and the 
strength of his personal convictions. Art built a reputation for 
tenacity as the district attorney for Santa Cruz County, as each of his 
cases was debated with patience and fortitude. This determination was 
characteristic of Art throughout his career as a prosecutor. As 
district attorney, he was known for his tireless pursuit of justice and 
was acutely aware of his responsibility to the public as the chief law 
enforcement officer in the County. This sense of responsibility and 
service resonated throughout the community, instilling public 
confidence in the judiciary and the Judge himself.
  Art retained these qualities as a jurist, proving to be dynamic in 
approach and pragmatic in his application of the law. In the courtroom, 
he applied himself with imagination and fervor, showing himself to be a 
considerate and pensive judge, ensuring that every case before him was 
decided in accordance with established law and the principles of 
justice, liberty and equality.
  As a member of the society, he was held in the same high regard. 
Community groups have recognized Art for his tireless work as a 
prosecutor, judge and active citizen. For all that knew him, both in 
his professional and personal capacity, he was an inspiration and is 
regarded as a man of integrity and unrelenting diligence. Today we 
honor the memory and cherish the legacy of Judge Art Danner.

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