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Herbert Foreman Obituary
1926-2013
Herbert Stanley Foreman passed away on September 2, 2013 at home, in Millbrae California. He was 87. Herbert was a devoted husband of 65 years to Margaret. He was a loving father, and is survived by his children Marion Palo, JoAnn(Jack)LaFargue and Paul (Yuwen) Foreman. He was a wonderful grandfather to his 6 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Herbert was born in Clearlake, CA. He attended school in Nevada City. He enlisted in the Army during WWII and served with valor in the Pacific. Herbert graduated from San Francisco State University with a MA in education. He then taught school for several years before joining the staff of the California Teachers Association. He retired from the CTA after 36 years.
Herb was a passionate aviator. He helped start the San Carlos pilot's association and owned several planes. He wrote over 700 biographies of local pilots. The biographies appeared monthly in "In Flight Magazine" for 16 years.
He will sorely missed by his family and many friends at the Sky Kitchen round table.
A memorial will be held on October 3rd from 2-5 PM at the Hiller Aviation Museum, San Carlos, CA
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Len Vinci
October 3, 2013
My wife, Debbie and I were deeply touched to hear of Herb's passing. We were made aware of this by Lynne Shafsky, one of my hygienists who worked for me before I retired, and where Herb came to have his dental care. Herb was one of the very nicest, gentle people I ever knew, not only as an excellent patient, but as a dear friend who also loved aviation as so many of his friends did. In all the years we were friends, I never heard Herb say anything bad about anyone.....always a kind guy. We know that he will be very much missed by family and friends.
Len & Debbie Vinci
James G.B. DeMartini, Jr.
October 2, 2013
Herb was a great friend and aviator, he will be sorely missed. My wife and I extend our deepest sympathies to his family on their loss.
Jim Bigelow
October 2, 2013
Herb and I worked many, many years on the development issues of the San Carlos Airport and surrounding communities. He worked to keep the airport growing to meet aviation needs of the future and many of his efforts can be seen today. I too was an original San Carlos Airport Pilot Associations formation member. Herb also did a bio on me for my aviation activities which was much appreciated. Many thanks to Herb and his family for for the great accomplishments for aviation in our County!
Stan Wong
September 24, 2013
I will miss Herb greatly. He was a wonderful dental patient and was the kindest man when I took over Dr Vinci's dental practice in 1997. I have so many fond memories of this incredible man. We have talked for so many hours the past few decades. He was one of a kind and will be never forgotten.
September 9, 2013
Marion the loss of parent is always difficult. Our loving thoughts are with you. Russ & Angie
September 8, 2013
I will miss my "Rock" my dad, very much. He was always available, always "there", for me through every hardship. Dad was a truly kind and loving man to his family, friends and others who touched his life.
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