Keith Richman, 56, beloved son of Dr. Monroe and Esther Richman, long-time members of the Jewish Community of Kauai, passed away July 29, 2010 after a long illness. A prominent physician who founded Lakeside Community HealthCare, Inc., Dr. Richman also represented the 38th Assembly District (parts of North San Fernando Valley, Simi Valley, and Santa Clarita) in the California legislature from 2000-2006. As a tireless advocate for health care and pension reform, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger called him "a great leader and passionate public servant". He supported the San Fernando Valley's secession from the city of Los Angeles and would have served as mayor of the new city had the secession bid succeeded. A moderate Republican enthusiastic about reform, Dr. Richman wanted to improve governance and public services for the San Fernando Valley. His many colleagues lauded him for having made a great difference in the district he represented.Our hearts go out to Esther and Monroe Richman in this time of great loss.Thanks to Trudy Schoenfeld and Ellen LeClair for their help with this article.Photo credit: Daily News