[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 125 (Friday, September 29, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1907]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     A TRIBUTE TO LARRY TRULLINGER

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                             HON. JIM COSTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 28, 2006

  Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of Mr. 
Lawrence E. Trullinger who passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2006. 
Larry dedicated his life to serving his community as a civic leader and 
his efforts will provide all those engaged in a civic movement with a 
lasting model. Throughout my time in public office I came to know Larry 
and considered him a good friend within the Fresno community.
  Mr. Trullinger was born on February 22, 1930 in Portland, Oregon. 
Throughout his life, he was a devoted member of the Democratic Party 
and he never shied away from lending a helping hand to further the 
party's cause. Mr. Trullinger had several leadership roles with 
California's Democratic Party, including serving as the president of 
the Democrats of North Orange County and the regional vice president of 
the California Democratic Council (CDC). After moving to Fresno, he 
served as the CDC's Executive Vice President and State Treasurer. 
Further, Mr. Trullinger contributed countless hours as statewide chair 
of CDC's Organizational Development Committee, Living Wage Initiative, 
Water Advisory Committee, Interfaith Alliance, Health Care for All and 
many other projects.
  Mr. Trullinger is survived by his sons Steven and Mark; daughter, 
Laureen; and many grandchildren. Although Mr. Trullinger's passing 
brings sadness to his family, friends, and the community, he left a 
legacy as an advocate for the people that will never be forgotten.

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