[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 149 (Tuesday, November 27, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1804]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   IN HONOR OF ANDREW MICHAEL FREEMAN

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                            HON. MIKE PENCE

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 27, 2012

  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise to mark 
the passing of Andrew Michael Freeman, a combat veteran from the 
Hoosier state who recently earned an honorable discharge from the 
United States Army. As our nation paused on Veteran's Day to honor 
those men and women in uniform who have served our country, the 
community of Anderson sadly mourns the loss of one of their own.
  Andrew graduated from Anderson High School in 2004. In January 2009, 
Andrew enlisted in the United States Army and soon thereafter served in 
the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment. While serving in Afghanistan, Andrew 
earned numerous distinctions, including several Army Achievement Medals 
and other awards for his dedication and hard work.
  Andrew is survived by his father and stepmother, Stephen and 
Stephanie; his mother, Christina; his siblings, Amanda, Monica and 
Justin; as well as his grandparents, Morris and Maurita Freeman, Nancy 
Lantz, Harold and Gertrude Granger and Judy Waymire. Andrew also leaves 
behind many friends and fellow servicemembers and I wish to extend my 
deepest condolences to all of those who mourn his passing, especially 
his beloved girlfriend, Heather Majors.
  We are told to mourn with those who mourn, and grieve with those who 
grieve. As we mourn the passing of Andrew Michael Freeman, our thoughts 
and prayers will continue to be with his family.

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