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From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF ATTORNEY STEVE FARBER
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HON. DIANA DeGETTE
of colorado
in the house of representatives
Thursday, March 5, 2020
Ms. DeGETTE. Madam Speaker, I rise today, along with Congressman Ed
Perlmutter, Congressman Jason Crow, and Congressman Joe Neguse, to
recognize the life and achievements of Steve Farber who passed away on
Wednesday, March 4, 2020.
Steve's life was the quintessential example of the American dream.
Raised in North Denver, he overcame humble beginnings in order to found
one of the city's most renowned law firms, along with the help of his
childhood best friends Norm Brownstein and Jack Hyatt. Steve's
influence is seen everywhere in Denver, from helping negotiate with the
City of Denver to make Denver International Airport a hub for United
Airlines to securing funds for major highway projects. Steve
represented some of the city's most popular sports teams, and was the
key influencer who secured a new stadium for the Denver Broncos.
However, even as Steve built a successful business, he never forgot
the importance of helping others. He supported innumerable charitable
organizations and philanthropic work. In fact, one of his special
causes was educating the public about the life-saving benefits of organ
donation. Many years ago, when Mr. Farber was diagnosed with kidney
disease that required him to undergo an organ transplant, he realized
the devastating toll that patients faced while waiting on transplant
lists. With the kind of single-minded grit and determination that he
was well known for, Mr. Farber started the American Transplant
Foundation in Denver to help save lives and support transplant patients
and their families. A decade later, the organization is credited with
bringing together almost 500 organ donors and recipients.
Steve was an open and accessible friend to all. An active Democrat,
he was an integral force in the party for years. But countless
Republicans also called him friend. On a personal note, Steve was one
of the first political activists to support me in my career, and has
been a trusted friend and confidant throughout my career.
Steve was a one-of-a-kind Denverite; everyone knew him and respected
him. He worked alongside national leaders, local mayors, corporate
executives and everyday citizens just the same. His friends and
colleagues remember him as a ``legend'' and a ``giant.'' He was all
that and more. He was a beloved husband for 48 years as well as a
devoted father to 3 sons and grandfather to 6 precious grandchildren.
Steve Farber's hands have left an indelible imprint on the state, and
his legacy will live on. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his
family, his friends and colleagues in Denver's legal community and all
Coloradans who mourn this terrible loss.