[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 135 (Thursday, October 1, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1863]
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                        TRIBUTE TO CARL FREEMAN

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                       HON. CONSTANCE A. MORELLA

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 1, 1998

  Mrs. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to the late 
philanthropist, Carl Freeman. Mr. Freeman was not only a prominent 
developer and real estate manager, but was also a special friend of 
many charitable organizations in Maryland's 7th Congressional District. 
He came to prominence as a builder after World War II, when he 
constructed homes for veterans and their families in Takoma Park and 
Silver Spring. My husband and I fondly recall living in one of his 
apartments when we first married. The success of Carl Freeman's 
building projects helped him gain recognition in national magazines 
such as House and Home, Practical Builder, Better Homes and Gardens, 
and American Home and Architect Forum.
  In addition to his financial success, Carl Freeman displayed a 
generous spirit. He sponsored a class of students through the I Have a 
Dream Foundation, chaired the Maryland Israel Bonds Committee, and was 
a supporter of the Treatment Learning Centers, United Jewish Appeal and 
the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington.
  He was a major supporter of the Corcoran Gallery of Art, the Phillips 
Collection, the Montgomery County Arts, the Museum of African Art, the 
Washington Ballet, the Washington Opera Society, Arena Stage Round 
House Theater, Olney Theater and the National Symphony Orchestra. He 
was also chairman of the Greater Rockville Foundation of the Arts.
  Mr. Freeman was founding president of the Suburban Maryland Builders 
Association and a member of the Montgomery County Board of Realtors. He 
was also director of the Montgomery General Hospital.
  While we are saddened by Carl Freeman's death, we are grateful for 
his life. He inspired us with his dedication, warmth and friendship. 
For over thirty years he played leadership roles in art, health and 
business organizations throughout Montgomery County. The thousands of 
people who were affected by Carl Freeman believe that he had a true 
gift of generosity and faith in the human spirit. Carl Freeman has left 
this world a better place for our children and our children's children. 
I am honored to add my voice to the praises of friends, colleagues, and 
family who will miss him.

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