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Hattie Hyman-Hughes

A shining light who touched the hearts of many and left an indelible mark on our community.

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Hattie Marie Hyman-Hughes

DECEMBER 28, 1943 TO JUNE 29, 2023

Hattie Marie Hyman-Hughes, creator of The Fremont Bank Foundation, and past Executive Vice President and Board Member of Fremont Bank in Fremont, California, died of lymphoma complications on Thursday, June 29, 2023. Hattie will be remembered as a loving homemaker, an advocate for philanthropy, and for building relationships which would strengthen the community to improve the lives of others. Hattie was born in Opelousas, LA on December 28, 1943 to Morris and Alvirda Hyman. She was the first of their three children. She is preceded in death by husband Dennis Hughes after 54 years of marriage, and son Paul Hughes who passed away at age 44. As a graduate from San Jose State University with a degree in Recreation, she worked organizing youth camps, substitute teaching, and finding host families for Japanese exchange students before being recruited by her father to start The Fremont Bank Foundation. Her advocacy became instrumental in growing the Foundation to provide funding for the Hyman Hall at Ohlone College, the Alvirda Hyman Adult Education Center, the Conrad Anderson Auditorium and Morris Hyman Critical Care Pavilion at Washington Hospital, the George Silliman Aquatic Center in Newark, Fremont Bank Aqua Adventures Water Park in Fremont, Abode Services Bridgeway East Transitional Housing, the Fremont Bank Green at Cal State East

Bay, the California Trail Grizzly Exhibit at the Oakland Zoo, and funding numerous other projects in the areas of health and human services, education, and the arts. The Foundation has won numerous awards and recognition as a top philanthropic organization in the San Francisco area under her stewardship. During her career, she started the Women’s Leadership Program at Fremont Bank to foster career advancement. Hattie loved people and life. She sparkled anytime someone came to see her. Joy was brought to her when playing bridge, tetherball, ping pong, singing camp songs, attending Mardi Gras and potlucks, or creating scrap books and crafts, but mostly she enjoyed shopping with her friends. Hattie is survived by her loving son, Brian Hughes and his wife Theresa, granddaughter Heather Marie Hughes, granddaughter Jessika Williamson, great grandchildren Isabella Gamboa and Joel Hawkins, Jr.; eldest surviving brother Alan Hyman and wife Sonja, niece Alexis Hyman-Stauffer and husband Matthew, great-nephews Nickolas and Alexander Stauffer, and Natalja Hyman-Correa and her husband Eduardo, great-niece Alanija, and great-nephew Christijan; and her surviving baby brother Howard Hyman and his wife Lisa, nephew Benjamin Hyman and his wife Lily.

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Hattie was often referred to as the conscience, or the heart, of Fremont Bank. The mere fact that she is described in this regard tells you a lot about her immense kindness. It saddens us to lose Hattie, but we hope you find the joy we do when reflecting on her contributions to the bank, our associates, and the communities we serve. Fremont Bank has always been community minded, but Hattie transformed our charitable efforts into a clearly focused and goal-driven foundation. Many years ago, Hattie was asked by our founder, Morris Hyman, to establish the Fremont Bank Foundation. And while today, the Fremont Bank Foundation is widely recognized as a top Bay Area charitable foundation, it was Hattie who worked tirelessly to understand her father’s vision and bring it to life. To Hattie it was clear that as a community bank, our objective was first and foremost to help people. So many Bay Area communities are better because of Hattie. There would be no Morris and Alvirda Hyman Center for Business and Technology at Ohlone College, no Aqua Adventure Waterpark, and no Morris Hyman Critical Care Pavilion if it weren’t for Hattie. Under Hattie’s leadership, the Fremont Bank Foundation contributed to local school systems, supported homeless individuals and seniors, and so much more. Hattie was passionate about supporting underserved and disenfranchised people in their greatest time of need. She understood how critical it was to support the local community and nonprofit agencies that built strong communities through their philanthropic efforts, and she worked diligently to ensure they had the resources they needed to do their critical work. The positive impact Hattie made on local communities is extraordinary, but it’s just a portion of Hattie’s legacy. Hattie often said that her joy and motivation came from the people around her. When she first came to

the bank, there were very few women in leadership positions. Hattie was incredibly impressed with the talent of the women who worked here, and she wanted their voices heard. So, in 1998, she established the Women’s Leadership Group. Hattie’s goal was to provide a supportive environment that addresses the unique challenges and circumstances women face and to build a network of successful women and heighten their visibility as leaders of the bank. Hattie dedicated herself to this cause, and through her mentorship and commitment, she accomplished her goals. Today, the Women’s Leadership Group continues to thrive, and we are proud to see additional groups created, including the Women’s Protégé Group and the Women’s Mentorship Group. Hattie’s contributions continued as a board member of Fremont Bank, where she sat on numerous committees. She was a staunch advocate for Fremont Bank remaining an S-Corp, and for continuing to share the profitability of the bank with shareholders, including all Fremont Bank associates, through the ESOP. Hattie truly loved people. She loved the associates at this company. She loved the nonprofit organizations she worked so closely with. She loved the residents of our communities, so many of whom she got to know personally. And they all loved Hattie. Hattie will be remembered for many things. She’ll be remembered for the impact she has made in the community, for the joy she brought to people’s lives, and for the countless people she has mentored and inspired. Hattie’s legacy of community giving is carried on by her son, Brian Hughes, through his leadership of the Fremont Bank Foundation and our nonprofit banking. Her legacy is also carried on by all of you, the Fremont Bank associates, who she loved so dearly.

Mom's way of life is through live, love, and laugh.

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of Hattie Hyman-Hughes’ passing. Hattie passed peacefully and surrounded by family.

Brian Hughes, Alan Hyman, and Howard Hyman

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I would like to offer my heartfelt condolences to Brian Hughes, the Hyman family, and so many of our Fremont Bank associates who knew and loved Hattie. Hattie’s contributions to our company are immense. So much of what Fremont Bank is known for today is because of Hattie. Thanks to her tireless efforts to build the Fremont Bank Foundation and her support of local nonprofit organizations, Fremont Bank is widely regarded as a community-first bank. Hattie saw the tremendous talent and passion of our Fremont Bank associates, and she established the Women’s Leadership Group to ensure that the women at our company had a voice. Hattie was a true leader, and a mentor to so many of us. I will undoubtedly remember Hattie for this work, but the thing that I will most remember is the incredible amount of support and kindness Hattie showed me. When I joined the bank over thirteen years ago, Hattie was among the first people to reach out to offer her personal support. When times were challenging, Hattie was always the first to offer encouragement and motivation. Hattie was genuine. She was caring. She loved our Bank, but more importantly, she loved all of you, our Fremont Bank associates. Hattie believed in me, and I appreciate her confidence, support, and friendship. When I think about what makes Fremont Bank great, so many of those attributes were present in Hattie. Her legacy will live on through the work of Fremont Bank and the Fremont Bank Foundation and through Brian and his leadership. Thank you, Hattie, for what you have done to make our company great, and for the support and kindness you showed me from day one.

Hattie was the greatest welcoming executive in the Bank. She took the time to personally meet with and provide an overview of the history of the Bank for me when I joined. Her demeanor and honest interest in how we could work together to further the success of Fremont Bank was evident in her every action. It was during our second meeting that the idea of a depository account that was opened by an individual that identified a charitable cause for a small percentage of earnings could be contributed to that charity was born. We called it B-Charitable, and Hattie created the marketing that included a bumble bee as the mascot, along with a stuffed animal version for distribution to the branches. This was an enormous project that mimicked a European bank and the retail stores of Oregon where the profitability of a product sliced a piece of the profit for charity. Hattie was the leader in finding ways to further the Fremont Bank Foundation and continue to find ways to give back to the community that made Fremont Bank so successful. I will not look at a bumble bee without thinking of Hattie and how we can be more charitable. Chris Olson

As a Fremont Bank client, I always admired the community outreach that the bank has engaged in over the years. Now I know the kind soul that was so important in all of that happening. This is a great loss to the community. May Hattie rest in peace.

MONIQUE MANJARREZ

Thank you for sharing this heartfelt tribute. All of us at Trinity Center send condolences. We are grateful for this legacy of generosity and compassion.

I will miss you.

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I am honored to be standing here today to represent the women of Fremont Bank and the Women’s Leadership Forum that Hattie founded… I would like to start with this quote from Michelle Obama: “There's power in allowing yourself to be known and heard, in owning your unique story, in using your authentic voice." I believe this quote embodies Hattie’s vision for the women of Fremont Bank. Hattie’s first career was her family. She joined the bank after raising her children. In the early 90’s with the first refi boom, the bank’s growth took off quickly. Hattie was inspired to start working during that busy time — doing whatever she could to help. She wanted to carry forward her father’s vision to take care of our bank family — she always said, “The associates are the backbone of the bank’s future, survival, and success.” Caring for the employees was her passion. After that growth spurt settled down, Hattie started the Fremont Bank Foundation. When Hattie was starting the foundation, she quickly ran into a steep learning curve! She used to joke that she didn’t even know how to get the white out when she first started the foundation. She had to figure it out on her own. So she did what Hattie does — she figured it out. Hattie reached out to a small group of women to create the Women's Leadership Forum in 1998. Her goal was: To create a supportive environment to meet the unique challenges women face, To foster a safe, empowering, and productive workplace, And to promote personal and professional growth of the women of Fremont Bank. Her vision was to build a network of successful women to support one another, To ensure the voices of the women are heard,

To create opportunity for women to succeed at Fremont Bank, And to be “The Bank of Choice” for women. Hattie started with a small handful of women just getting together for lunch. She and these original ladies bonded together to help each other Navigate the workplace, Find the balance between home and career, Create visibility and encourage each other, And to create a pathway for women to develop into leadership roles throughout Fremont Bank. By the time I joined this group in 2006, there were about 15 women leaders in the group. Over time, as her vision comes to fruition and there are more women in leadership, the group has continued to grow. We are now over 45 strong. I know Hattie is smiling now to see the 3rd generation of leaders take over the reins of the Women’s Leadership Forum. They are engaged and motivated to continue her legacy. The Women’s Leadership Forum now includes both a formal mentorship program and a protégé program where we can continue to promote Hattie and her vision. Hattie, you left an indelible mark on so many of us that are here today; you have changed the culture of the bank and made each of us a better woman. I want you, Brian, your family, and the Bank Family to know that we will continue to carry your vision forward for generations to come. Jan Ford and the Women’s Leadership Group

I am honored that Hattie's family has asked me to celebrate one of Hattie's greatest strengths—her ability to create lifelong friendships. Although Hattie had friendships galore in high school, the community, and the Bank, her 13 Wah Dah sisters were the people with whom Hattie spent thousands of hours shopping, traveling, partying, dining, and just hanging out for the last 40+ years. We were her Black Belt shopping Wah Dah sisters. I have been tasked with telling you what Hattie meant to us. All 13 Wah Dah sisters wrote why they loved Hattie, and each shared a special memory. I will share several, but first, about this shopping thing! Hattie and Howard were my shopping partners in high school because Howard went most places with Hattie, so I blamed Howard for Hattie's shopping thing. Later I came to realize that it was Alan who was the real cause of her shopping problem. You see in the middle of a deep refi boom, Alan begged his then "just a housewife" sister to come in and handle the phones at the Bank. With no banking experience, no training,

and no real work experience, Hattie was not really successful at the phone job. The next day, Alan fired her and, rather than going through HR, paid her off in shoes... that's where the addiction began. That brings me to my first story from Nancy Chriest who loved Hattie’s laugh, smile, and great sense of humor. Nancy tells about eight Wah Dahs in a Palm Desert shoe store, watching Hattie try on, model, and tell wonderful stories about 20+ pairs of shoes. The Hattie Shoe Show lasted more than two hours and resulted in riotous laughter for everyone in the store, which the Wah Dahs had taken over. Hattie shipped home boxes and boxes of shoes that would not fit in her suitcase. Hattie said that buying and trying on shoes with her Wah Dah sisters was way more fun than wearing her new shoes. Hattie knew the value of friendship. Judy Shoplock was one of Hattie's most constant volunteer partners. On their first day volunteering at the Centerville Presbyterian free dining room, Armenta

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assigned the two new volunteers to the cooking detail, where they would operate the giant Hobart mixer which was the size of an old-fashioned wringer washing machine. The mess, chaos, and laughter that they created trying to mix rather than launch food resulted in them being fired. (See Alan, you were not the only one). Armenta next assigned them to design and decorate the dining tables which they did for years. Hattie said that everyone deserved a pretty place to eat and no one should have to eat what Hattie and Judy cooked. Hattie failed miserably at most Martha Stewart projects the two undertook, but she excelled at treating everyone with dignity. Kriss Burns, another Wah Dah who really was Martha Stewart (and Hattie’s volunteer partner) said she loved the way Hattie made each Wah Dah feel unique and valued and further noted that Hattie's positive, upbeat spirit was that of a truly kind, gentle soul! Lynda Griebrok remembers that Hattie's humor was sometimes dark. Bubbly, blonde, loud, zany Lynda was one of the original Raider cheerleaders in college. On a Wah Dah overnight shopping trip in San Francisco, Lynda jumped repeatedly on non-morning-person Hattie's bed and led loud shopping cheers! “Wake, Go, Shop, Share!!” Hattie said in her cranky, deep voice, "Lynda, I sleep with a gun under my pillow and it fires blonde bullets." Gloria Yasitis remembers Hattie's desire to have a clown costume to wear for Halloween. Hattie complained that she could not find one in a plus size. Gloria shopped with Hattie for the 7 yards of black glitzy fabric and made the beautiful costume for Hattie. CoCoChanel the clown was born. With her dog's matching clown collar, and wearing the clown outfit three other people could fit in with her, Hattie delivered her Halloween candy gifts to the delight of the Bank's staff! Carole Pine loved Hattie's sense of humor even if it was directed at her. Crime show nut, Detective Hattie, prodded and pried for an hour with a flashlight in Carole's eyes trying to get Carole to tell why she and

Sharyn Carroll's car arrived three hours after the rest of us when we all left Fremont at the same time. Her interrogation was hysterically funny. What were they doing in that red Corvette? Where did they go?! Hattie's crime investigations and her created scenarios for the explanation of their lateness were bizarre! Carole Pine, to her incredible resolve, never told why they were late. Susie Anderson remembers how she and Hattie loved everything Disney, and would gross us out with Disney wind-up toys, snow globes, and fuzzy slippers. Hattie was always youthful and silly and delighted when her Disney addiction annoyed us. The Brian Hughes and family Disney addiction is truly genetic. Beth Robinson loved that Hattie was a woman of kind, caring, compassionate actions, not just kind words. She was the ultimate do-gooder. When Beth finished her cancer surgery and breast removal, she was distraught. She shared her concerns with her Wah Dah sisters. Hattie said, "BETH, DON'T YOU WORRY, WE HAVE YOU. I know people in the cancer business". Within days, Beth had an appointment with a store specializing in bras and prosthetics. What exceeded expectations was that Hattie went with Beth to her appointment, and held her hand every step of the way. Judy Carre loved that Hattie was first a family person, a wife, and a mother. Because she was totally dedicated to her Wah Dah sisters, she also mothered them. When our friend, Susie Anderson, had a terrible horseback riding accident and fractured her pelvis while in Monterey riding with her Wah Dah sisters, Judy remembered how Hattie's "mom instinct" kicked in. Susie had to stay in the Monterey hospital while the other 12 Wah Dahs returned to their homes after a few days. Hattie jumped into action and called Dennis to join her to stay with Susie for four or five more days until Susie's daughter could arrive to care for Susie. Hattie would not let Susie be alone. Hattie exceeded expectations of caring and compassion. So now you've heard who Hattie was to them and how much we loved her! As Gloria said, "Hattie was the crown jewel in our Wah Dah Tiara.” The rest of us

were there just to keep her company. Lydia Thompson reminded us that Hattie lives on in our hearts and elsewhere when she said, "Our one-of-a-kind, joyful Hattie was loved by so many but by now she is probably in the midst of starting a children's camp in heaven." Now, my thoughts... What I love most about Hattie was that I had the honor of spending 64 years with someone who had the very best taste in people. You've heard about some of the WAH DAHS, but her collection of fabulous giving, loving people was much broader than that group. As a playground supervisor, she spotted Ron Sabraw illegally riding his bike. I'm sure her correction of his bad behavior led to his superior court judgeship. She shepherded the young Brad Anderson. She valued the friendship of Saint Carmen Agcaoili the First. She won the undying, loving care of her caretakers, including Virgie, Errol, and Israel, because, like the rest of us, she loved us openly and first.

What I loved second most about Hattie is that she taught us how to exceed expectations. Wah Dah Sharyn Carroll remembered how Hattie organized the annual joint Hattie/Sharon birthday parties. It was our party day, but Hattie arranged for makeup artists and hairdressers to do makeovers for her 13 Wah Dah sisters, loaned them her beautiful heirloom jewelry, and then had us professionally photographed. Giving, for Hattie, not getting, was what brought her joy. Hattie, your family, and friends celebrate you and honor you for a world made kinder and more loving by your presence, but mostly by your ACTION. Hattie, your loving life, so well-lived, exceeded all expectations. Sharon Jones

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Hattie lived a life filled with peace, love, and happiness.

As her colleague said, she was always cheerful no matter how stressful the banking business was. Her kindness and love are shown in her actions to her friends, family, and community. SAVE is grateful for Fremont Bank’s committed support for many years. Words can’t describe how thankful we are for the love and generosity she showed to the Fremont community. We will never forget the extraordinary legacy she left behind. SAVE- Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments

There were five organizations that Hattie was committed to and particularly passionate about:

Fremont Bank Foundation is donating $10,000 to each of these organizations in her honor. Click the logos above to learn more about each organization.

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The Morris Hyman Critical Care Pavilion groundbreaking

On February 24, 2015, Hattie gave a loving speech about her father upon the occasion of the groundbreaking of the new ICU named in his honor. She was instrumental in connecting Fremont Bank Foundation and Washington Hospital to provide funding for this important project, which continues to provide essential services to the community. Washington Hospital’s Emergency Department, Critical Care, Telemetry, Intermediate Care, and Oncology/Medical-Surgical units are housed within the facility.

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life, which was full of compassion, joy, humility, and unselfish giving. Those positive traits fueled her achievements and the years she so ably spent in the service of others. Her sharp eye for like-minded leaders such as Chicoine led her to Abode, with whom she and the Foundation partnered on fundraising projects and housing sites. Chicoine praised Hughes and the Foundation for playing an invaluable role in Abode’s growth at a critical juncture in the early years of both organizations. Hughes led Abode’s first capital campaign, raising $1 million to help the nonprofit group’s mission to end homelessness. “She was the bridge between banking and business community and the people Abode helps — those who didn’t have much at all,” Chicoine said. Hughes served a term on Abode’s Board of Directors and she was an eloquent featured speaker at our annual Journey Home Breakfast fundraiser in 2012. Hughes and Chicoine forged a years-long friendship based on their shared goals and values. “For her, there was no debate as to whether people deserve to live with dignity and have a right to a home,” Chicoine said. “That was a settled question for her.” People also admired her vision and enthusiasm for new ventures. “If you’re doing something right, why sit on your laurels?” Chicoine said. “She always understood that concept, and she supported our interest in expanding our impact.” While community members respected Hughes’ work ethic, they also appreciated her sociable, fun-loving side that sought to reward hard work and bring people together for a common cause. “She wanted to make sure achievements were celebrated,” Chicoine said. “She always looked for an opportunity to bring the community together and to

make those moments available to everyone.”

Carol Arata, Abode’s development officer, remembers Hughes as someone who led with respect, remaining humble and modest despite enjoying great success. “Hattie had a big heart for people who were struggling,” Arata said. “She was just a delightful person.” Her son Brian Hughes noted the intersection of values that connected the Foundation with Abode, forming a partnership that continues to benefit the region. “Whether my mother was serving on the Abode board or spearheading a campaign to raise money, she always deeply valued Abode and its dedication to helping our community’s most vulnerable people,” he said. “She shared the same commitment to that mission as that of Abode’s leaders, including her dear friend Louis Chicoine. And helping those who are less fortunate was one of her longtime personal goals.” Hughes led the Fremont Bank Foundation for nearly 30 years before taking a new role as President Emeritus in 2021. Under her stewardship, the Foundation won numerous awards and was recognized as one of the region’s top philanthropic organizations. As we grieve Hughes’ passing, we also aim to commemorate her successes. Those achievements improved the lives of innumerable people and significant parts of the Bay Area — its many “Hattie’s Corners,” if you will — are now in a much stronger position because of her big-hearted contributions. “Hattie leaves a wonderful legacy,” Chicoine said. “A great way to honor her memory is to stay committed to the idea that everyone deserves to live in this community. Furthering that work — and doing it with dignity, which really mattered to her — that would be the best way to honor her.” Abode Services

Hattie's Corner

In the community room at Rotary Bridgeway Apartments — an Abode supportive housing site — there is a testament to the kind and generous legacy of Hattie Marie Hyman-Hughes. Hughes wanted to ensure that children would have access to educational materials at the development she helped create, so she donated an entire shelf of books and regularly visited to read to young students living at Bridgeway. “Hattie wanted to encourage the children to embrace learning,” said Jean Morgan, Abode’s director of community outreach. “It was so important to her to have that space there for the kids.” Decades after Bridgeway’s construction, a plaque still hangs in the community room. It reads: “Hattie’s Corner.”

That simple but poignant tribute is fitting — for Hughes was a passionate advocate for the community’s most vulnerable people, especially those served by Fremont Bank Foundation’s mission to support local nonprofit groups that improve the region’s quality of life. In that sense, many Bay Area locales where people need help can be called “Hattie’s Corner,” as her warm and joyful spirit and the community organization she led has touched the lives of so many. “Hattie was always generous of heart and she really cared about people,” said Abode Chief Executive Officer Louis Chicoine. “It was not a business to her; she was always about community and personal relationships.” At Abode, we join Hughes’ family and many friends in grieving her passing. We also marvel at her many accomplishments and seek to celebrate her wonderful

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Creativity Hattie loved to craft, especially when there was scrapbooking to be done!

Animals Hattie’s love for animals, especially elephants, inspired Fremont Bank’s support for the Oakland Zoo.

Education A skilled teacher in her own right, Hattie always made supporting local education a priority, for all ages. At the beginning (Kidango), middle (Ohlone College, Cal State East Bay), and end (various adult education opportunities), she was invested in creating better access to learning for the entire community.

Compassion From improvements for Washington Hospital to support for those with breast cancer at HERS, caring for others through their most difficult times was always important to Hattie.

The colors of Hattie’s rainbow Family

Community Creating a safe and vibrant community for everyone was one of her passions, from supporting ABODE’s excellent housing efforts, to embracing the need for easy access to fun and leisure with Aqua Adventures.

Friendship

Travel

Leadership A beloved leader in the bank and in her community, Hattie was instrumental in making Fremont Bank Foundation a reality and a success, as well as a pioneer for women in banking. Her influence and creation of the Women’s Leadership Forum made a lasting impact on the culture of Fremont Bank, and inspired continued promotion of women in leadership roles with the Women’s Protégé Group and the Women’s Mentorship Group.

Empowerment Hattie would have loved to see an end to domestic violence in her lifetime, and strongly supported the work of SAVE.

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Hattie shines alongside her son Brian as they discuss the work of the Fremont Bank Foundation in 2013. Her passion for the foundation, as well as the organizations and people it helps serve, has been key to its success.

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G ene Anderson How did you meet? I have known Hattie for my entire life. She was basically part of the family. Memories of Hattie

Jamie Grable How did you meet? Through Protégé, Hattie was my mentor.

Don Marek How did you meet?

What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? To hear Hattie speak was an inspiration. She made you want to be a better person and instilled confidence is being a woman in a man's world. Hattie paved the way for so many. What words would you use to describe her? Confident, Bold, Knowledgeable, Determined, the Icing on the Cake. Do you have a photo with her you’d like to share? Sadly, the only photo of Hattie that I have, is the one in my mind's eye, but that's okay; that's where my photo of her dad lives too.

I first met Hattie at the Main Office in Fremont after I started in 2009 (almost 15 years ago!). I regularly presented at the Board meetings about the commercial loan portfolio. What was your first impression? Hattie was always so warm and did a great job of making one feel welcome. It could be nerve-wracking presenting at the Board for the first time, and she did a great job of keeping the family feel and making one feel at ease. Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? I always remember her excitement about the Halloween carnival held each year across the street from Main. I believe she was instrumental in getting that started. It raised a lot of money for local projects supporting our youth. I also remember her monthly pie meetings with her Red Hat club ladies. She was always dressed to impress!

What was your first impression? How warm & open Hattie was to everyone she met, I was so nervous to meet her but she knew how to make you relax and feel comfortable. Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? Hattie shared with me a story of her mom and her laughing so hard til they cried from laughter. I love how deeply Hattie felt about her family. What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? To always welcome to someone, to laugh, to smile, and to be vibrant!!!

What was your first impression? Always smiling, always laughing, always joyful.

Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? At my dad's funeral, as I was greeting people, she looked at me in the eye and gave me the biggest hug and said "I love you guys so much." What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? That even in grief we can laugh and remember fondly.

Alan Hyman How did you meet? At birth

What words would you use to describe her? Joy Incarnate

What words would you use to describe her? Friendly, warm, dynamic, colorful, and unforgettable.

Naomi Bonfield How did you meet? Hattie came to see Brian. We'd seen each other before, but this was the first time we officially met. What was your first impression? What a sweet, nice Lady, with a Capital L. She needed no introduction, she knew my name, and greeted me like an old friend. Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? We drove together to/from SF, along with Brian. She spoke about the Bank and the Foundation, of course, but she was just my friend's mom. We talked about many things on that ride, and she asked my opinion on everything and cared about what I had to say.

What was your first impression? Bigger

What words would you use to describe her? Warm, generous, empathic

Michael Peng How did you meet? I met her when I joined community service work she initiated in 2006. What was your first impression? Hattie was very kind person with a lot of enthusiasm to devote to the communities. What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? She encouraged me to devote time to the community. What words would you use to describe her? She was such great role model for me to learn and admire.

Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? Tried to do a somersault in our living room and broke her back. What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? Care about people — try and forgive.

Sheryl Reis How did you meet?

I met Hattie when I was invited to attend a Women's Leadership Forum that she began within Fremont Bank in the mid 90's. What was your first impression? Hattie was excited to bring FB women together to create a pool of resources for all of us to benefit from. Relationships were important to her.

What words would you use to describe her? Down to earth, fun, and engaging.

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"When life throws you challenges, you gotta put on your big girl panties and deal with it." HATTIE

Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? Favorite Memory: Shopping at the Outlets and gathering to watch each person present everything they bought. Then handing out awards for various categories: Spent the Most/Least, Largest/Smallest Item, Best Bargain, Most Unique, Most Practical, etc. We had a blast! So many laughs! What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? Every time I think about Hattie, I remember her saying our FB Women are "Extraordinary." I think of Hattie every time I hear that word. What words would you use to describe her? Hattie was caring, giving, open, warm, and a pleasure to be around.

What words would you use to describe her? Friendly, approachable, all-inclusive

Jen Kraus

How did you meet? In passing at a board meeting

What was your first impression? Hattie exuded pure joy

Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? I loved hearing Hattie speak at the Women's mentorship meeting. She really believed and advocated for the women of Fremont Bank. What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? Sometimes a chair isn't waiting for you so you have to go out and find one for yourself.

Kim Snowden How did you meet? At a Women's Leadership Group

What words would you use to describe her? Happiness and light

What was your first impression? Hattie was friendly and very inclusive

Sharon Belshaw Jones How did you meet? We met at Washington High 64 years ago.

Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? I was sitting at a table during my first women's leadership meeting with a few other women who were talking amongst themselves before the meeting, but I wasn't included. Hattie came in, sat down next to me, and immediately engaged with me. I think she could see that it was awkward for me and wanted to make sure I was included. What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? I learned to search out that person who is sitting alone and engage with them to make them feel like a welcome part of the group.

What was your first impression? She was fun. We were going to be friends for a long time!! Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? In my 64 years as Hattie's friend and 21 years as a Board member at Fremont Bank, I can honestly say [my favorite memory] was my awe in how when Hattie entered a room, everyone lit up! Smiles, laughs, and joy exuded from her! She was the heart of Fremont Bank, and the purveyor of fun to her friends!

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What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? The most important asset of Fremont Bank is its staff. All we are stems from them! They are the key to our success!

What words would you use to describe her? Kindhearted, modest

What words would you use to describe her? Generous, Funny, and kind-hearted.

Jeff Voorhees

Fernando Montejano

What words would you use to describe her? Intelligent, kind, compassionate, loving, and bubbly

How did you meet? I have known Hattie for a long time.

How did you meet? At the Main Branch, 2014.

Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? As a social scientist on the Board for only a few months, Hattie asked me how it was going for me. I replied that the world of banking represented a steep learning curve for me. Hattie took my elbow and said, "Look around this room. Do you think we wanted you here because we needed another banker or a lawyer?" Hattie provided a warm and sensitive welcome to me when I was feeling a bit inadequate.

What was your first impression? Very welcoming

What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? What I learned from Hattie is always make time to give back to the community. I currently hold two Board Member Positions at my local church and it feels good to give back to the community.

What words would you use to describe her? Hattie was a truly remarkable woman and kind.

Kim Leong

Hattie with some of her 14 Wah Dah shopping sisters.

How did you meet? At Fremont Main Branch

Mei Ling Chen

What was your first impression? Funny

How did you meet? While I was working at the Main branch, Hattie came up to help her with banking transaction.

Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? Second floor breakroom talked about hair products, first floor CRA room about her handmade earrings. What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? Communications. It is one of the items to be improved when we were in Protégé 2007-2008. Hattie was the Executive Sponsor of the project. Group's recommendation that we are still doing as of today: Townhall meetings, enhanced grapevine pages, continued Six Diamond Experience, and monthly newsletter.

What was your first impression? Friendly

Tell us about your favorite or funny Hattie memory? She shared her stories when she hosted girls from Japan. What did you learn from her? Or a quote you remember her saying? Communication, open mind

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