[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 144 (Tuesday, September 17, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E909]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING THE LIFE OF LARRY FISHER

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 17, 2024

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life of 
Larry Fisher.
  Larry was born in Los Angeles, California and attended the University 
of Southern California where he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa and 
served as editor of the Daily Trojan. Shortly after earning his degree 
in Journalism, Larry moved to Sacramento to serve on the staff of Jesse 
M. Unruh, former Speaker of the California State Assembly.
  He subsequently returned to Los Angeles and served as executive 
director of the California Democratic Party before joining Braun and 
Company as an account executive in 1966. He served as CEO of Braun and 
Company's international public relations firm, Braun Ketchum, where he 
spent many years directing corporate media campaigns and providing 
counsel to executives.
  Upon retiring from Braun Ketchum, Larry and his wife, Betty, moved to 
the Bay Area. After a stint working as a director and case manager for 
Options Recovery in Berkeley, Larry embarked on a new path, entering a 
three-year program to become a spiritual director. He worked with 
clients in both individual and group settings, helping them find new 
meaning and direction.
  Sadly, Larry passed away in May 2024. He is survived by his wife of 
58 years, Betty, their children, L. Timothy (Monaliza Fisher), and Lara 
(Justin Darisse), and his grandchildren, Emma, Aiden, and Cameron.
  Larry will be remembered for his outstanding character and the 
incredible impact he had on his community. Please join me in 
recognizing Larry for his many contributions to our community and 
devoted service to the State of California.

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