San Juan Capistrano in Orange County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Tony Forster
1935-2007
Photographed By Adam Margolis, June 5, 2016
1. Tony Forster Marker
In memory of Thomas Anthony 'Tony' Forster, El Presidente of the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society from 1991 to 2007. It was through his vision that these grounds were dedicated to the development of four houses to reflect the various aspects of the Capistrano Valley history from its earliest days to the present. He was a one-man promoter of this City and constantly went out of his way to promote it worldwide.
Tony's outgoing personality is legendary throughout the valley. Unpretentious and likable, he easily made many friends. He participated in many activities and institutions and continually worked to improve them. He touched many lives in the community and made them better.
The roots of his family were an important factor in the development and history of San Juan Capistrano. His great-great-grandparents Don Juan and Ysadora Pico Forster settled here in the Mission in 1884 when they bought it from the Mexican government.
Vaya con Dios, nuestro compadre,
San Juan Capistrano Historical Society
Erected by San Juan Capistrano Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Hispanic Americans • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1991.
Location.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Richard Jerome O'Neill (here, next to this marker); Jose Dolores Garcia (here, next to this marker); O'Neill Museum (a few steps from this marker); "Oliveras Home" (within shouting distance of this marker); San Juan Capistrano Jail Cell (within shouting distance of this marker); Welcome to Our Petting Zoo (within shouting distance of this marker); Silvas Adobe (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Silvas Adobe (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Juan Capistrano.
Photographed By Adam Margolis, June 5, 2016
2. Tony Forster Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 29, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 26, 2021, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. This page has been viewed 168 times since then and 31 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 26, 2021, by Adam Margolis of Mission Viejo, California. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
