[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 90 (Thursday, May 23, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E559-E560]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING FRED R. DOSTER

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 23, 2024

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 
service of Fred R. Doster.
  Born on June 7, 1937, Fred was a real estate broker who formed his 
own business, Contra Costa Properties, in 1965. He remained involved 
with the business until his passing. Fred served in the United States 
Marine Corps and served his local community as Planning Commissioner 
for the City of Concord. He was also instrumental in the creation of 
the Concord Jazz Festival, which evolved

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into what we now know as the Concord Pavilion.
  Prior to his successful real estate business, Fred constructed boats, 
one of which was a wooden ski boat he built in 1958 and which is still 
owned by his family. In line with his passion for dirt bike racing, he 
also started Motorsport, a chain of motorcycle parts and accessory 
stores. Throughout his life Fred enjoyed water skiing, snow skiing, 
dirt bike racing, and recreational sailing and racing. He also enjoyed 
traveling in general. Fred and his wife Carol spent many years together 
traveling by air, land, and sea. Fred's many passions made for a 
dynamic and fulfilling life.
  Sadly, Fred passed away on April 28, 2024 at the age of 87. He is 
survived by his loving wife Carol; his devoted children: Bradley 
Doster, Greg Doster, Julie Opp (Doug), Karen Harless (Roger, 
predeceased); grandchildren Bethany Doster, Allison Doster; Rebecca 
Stuart-Doster, Hailey Doster, Jeremy Opp, Joshua Opp (Jen), Danae Boyle 
(Matt); Jessica Brook, Martin Harless, Kelsie Navarro (Felix), and 
great grandchildren, Caden, Calvin, and Zoe Opp, Oliver, Amelia and 
Finn Boyle; and Sophia and Claire Brook. He is also survived by his 
stepchildren. Donald Babcock, Michelle Wheeler, and Susan Bennett, and 
their children and grandchildren.
  He will be remembered for his devotion to his family, love of travel, 
and insightful guidance Please join me in honoring Fred R. Doster for 
his many contributions to the East Bay.

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