Pelosi Statement on the Passing of Walter Shorenstein

Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement on the passing of Walter Shorenstein:

“Walter Shorenstein was a proud San Franciscan, a great American and a dear friend.  He was a man of extraordinary vision, leadership, and wisdom.

“Walter and his late wife Phyllis engaged in philanthropy and civic activism to build a better San Francisco and a better America.  Their gifts to the Bay Area and the nation’s academic and cultural institutions have been legendary.  For Giants fans, Walter was a leader in keeping our beloved baseball team in San Francisco.

“Above all, Walter was a family man; he dearly loved his wife Phyllis and his late daughter Joan, was devoted to his children Doug and Carole, and his grandchildren Sarah, Brandon, Sandra, Danielle, Wally, and Grace.

“Paul and I loved Walter and will miss his warm friendship and his great leadership.  I hope it is a comfort to them to know that Walter Shorenstein is mourned and praised across the country and within our community.”