[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 32 (Wednesday, February 25, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E251]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING LARRY SHARP

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                           HON. PETE AGUILAR

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 25, 2015

  Mr. AGUILAR. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the life and legacy 
of Larry Sharp, a community leader from California's Inland Empire. 
Over the course of his career, Larry Sharp was a consistent advocate 
for working families. From his leadership on crucial economic projects, 
to his devotion to public education, to his dedication to support local 
businesses, Larry was an integral part of our community.
  While Larry was the successful CEO and President of Arrowhead Credit 
Union, he was better known in the community as a leader, activist, 
father, and grandfather. He was a true community leader, never failing 
to stand up and defend his friends or neighbors when they were in need. 
During one of the most difficult times in recent memory, the 2008 
economic crisis, Larry was at the forefront of helping Inland Empire 
residents facing housing and financial challenges. He worked with 
Republicans and Democrats at all levels of government, as long as it 
meant he was working on behalf of his community.
  Larry was a leader, an advocate, but most importantly--he was a dear 
friend and mentor. He served his community for decades, and we are so 
much better for it. He will be dearly missed by his wife Cassie, five 
children, four grandchildren, and the entire Inland Empire Community. 
We will always be indebted to him for his devotion and work that 
bettered the lives of San Bernardino County's working families.

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