[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 150 (2004), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 4801]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO SERGEANT AARON SCHARF

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                             HON. JOE BACA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 22, 2004

  Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I pay tribute 
today to the life of Sergeant Aaron Scharf. Aaron recently passed away 
at the age of 33 and left an incredible legacy of community work and 
innovation in his chosen profession. He was not only dedicated to 
improving his community but also to fulfilling his responsibilities as 
husband, father, son, and friend. It gives me no greater pleasure than 
honoring his memory today.
  To all those who knew Aaron, he was energetic, determined, and 
purposeful. He consistently exhibited generosity of spirit, love for 
his fellow man, and dedication to his work. He was never afraid to 
challenge the status quo in his own humble and unassuming manner. These 
qualities undoubtedly left an immeasurable impression on his friends, 
family, and co-workers.
  Graduating from Chaffey High School in 1988, Aaron already knew his 
calling. The son of a police officer, he joined the Fontana Police 
Department in 1989 and graduated from the Police Academy in March of 
1991. His special details throughout the years included the Narcotics 
Unit, Gang Unit, Drug Enforcement Task Force, the FBI Gang Task Force, 
and Special Enforcement Detail. Aaron was a truly special man. He 
provided an incredible service for those he loved with no thought of 
additional compensation.
  Throughout his time serving for the Fontana Police Department, Aaron 
exhibited tremendous passion, pride, and a deep resolve to fight for 
the people of the Inland Empire. He was a beloved part of his family 
and a respected member of his community. His kind and passionate spirit 
was an incredible resource and blessing to those who knew him.
  I join today with family and friends in paying my respects to 
Sergeant Aaron Scharf, beloved husband, father, and friend. He is 
survived by his wife, Shana, and his daughters, Amanda, Ryan, and 
Camryn. He was a generous and gentle man who fought for what he 
believed in. He will be deeply missed by all.

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