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What people are saying on social media about the death of Mayor Harry T. Price Daily Republic Staff

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Fairfield Mayor Harry T. Price died early Friday. Here are some of the comments posted about the news on social media. “Today our city lost a great man, our beloved mayor. It was an honor and privilege to serve alongside a true servant leader. Mayor Price loved the city of Fairfield and its community even more. He showed up every day and to every event. He was a class act that represented our city with grace, pride and dignity. Mayor Price believed in me and was one of my biggest supporters. I will miss his presence but his legacy will live on in the many projects, collaborations and people that he impacted. Rest well the forever, mayor of Fairfield, and thank you for everything.” – Fairfield Councilwoman Doriss Panduro “Mr. Price is how I knew him in high school. He was my English teacher. Harry my friend and colleague is how I knew him as an adult. He was a mentor to me in my early days of office. Always supportive and willing to share knowledge. He was the consummate gentleman. My heart grieves for his family and the community he loved so well. You are loved and missed.” Dilenna Harris, former Vacaville councilwoman “Mayor Price – The Mayor of Fairfield. Rest in peace, kind sir. Your example of leadership should be emulated by all. Thank you for your support and friendship.” – The Rev. David Isom, Fairfield-Suisun School District governing board president “Proud to have had the opportunity to serve alongside him in improving the lives of people in our county.” – Assemblywoman Lori Wilson, former mayor of Suisun City “You are so loved, Mayor Price – a true statesman and gentleman who put this community’s needs above his own. Without regard for himself, he was one rare politician who truly cared about people and lived that every day. RIP my friend and See Social, Page A10

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Harry Price speaks to Fairview Elementary students after talking to the school’s second and third graders about being mayor, April 18, 2011.

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Harry Price, longtime mayor of Fairfield, died Friday. Price is shown this fall as he was running for reelection.

Longtime mayor, 6-decade community icon Harry Price dies Todd R. Hansen

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FAIRFIELD — City colleagues, friends and members of the community on Friday were mourning the loss of longtime Mayor Harry Price, a fixture in the community for more than 60 years. Price, 85, died early Friday. “I’m heartbroken,” Mayor-elect Catherine Moy said Friday afternoon, adding that Fairfield “has lost its mayor, who did so much for the city.” Vice Mayor Rick Vaccaro, Councilwoman Pam Bertani and Councilman Chuck Timm declined to comment out of respect for Price’s family. The other council members could not be reached. Supervisor-elect Wanda Williams visited with Price on Dec. 11 at Community Methodist Church. She said Price was in good spirits and looking forward to visiting with a

brother in Oregon. “He was a gentle guy. It just brought me to tears. He is going to be greatly missed in the community,” said Williams, who added that when she was first elected to Suisun City’s council, Price reached out to her, was very supportive and helpful. “I’m glad I got my last hug in,” Williams said. Supervisor Jim Spering, who Williams is replacing, said a dinner in honor of Price was scheduled Dec. 28 with the other Solano County mayors. “He was a statesman, and a tremendous representative to Fairfield and Solano County. He touched a lot of lives in a lot of positive ways,” Spering said. Assemblywoman Lori Wilson said in a social media post she was proud to have had the opportunity to serve alongside Price “in improving the lives of people in our county.” The city released a statement Friday afternoon:

2 new council members, 1 incumbent start tenures Todd R. Hansen THANSEN@DAILYREPUBLIC.NET

FAIRFIELD — Catherine Moy will take her oath of office Tuesday as mayor, along with new Council members Doug Carr and K. Patrice Williams and

returning Councilwoman Doriss Panduro. The celebration will be muted, of course, with the death Friday of outgoing Mayor Harry Price, who served one term on the council and four terms as mayor.

The council was scheduled to recognize his contributions as part of the meeting, along with the contributions by Councilman Chuck Timm, who served a total of 12 years on the council. The swearing-in cere-

mony will follow. There is also a 5 p.m. reception scheduled prior to the council meeting. That will be held in the lobby of City Hall, 100 Webster St. The oaths and meeting will See Council, Page A10

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Harry Price waves to onlookers during the Independence Day Parade in downtown Fairfield, July 4, 2017. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mayor Harry T. Price early this morning,” the city announcement said. “Mayor Price truly loved this community and was a great advocate for many causes including Travis Air Force Base, the Leaven, and more,” it went on to say. “Mayor Price always had a smile

on his face and kind words of encouragement for all. His presence will be keenly missed.” Price was just a few days from finishing his long elected career in Fairfield. Moy, who defeated him in the Nov. 8 election, was scheduled to replace him Tuesday. He had served one term See Price, Page A10

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