[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 14 (Monday, January 25, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E65]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     REMEMBERING KEITH E. FREELAND

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                            HON. JOE WILSON

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 25, 2021

  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Speaker, I would like to include 
in the Record the following obituary for Keith E. Freeland.

       With deep sorrow we pronounce the passing of Keith E. 
     Freeland of Lewiston, NY on Friday, January 1, 2021. He 
     passed away peacefully at the age of 67. Born in Niagara 
     Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Edward C. and Norma E. 
     (Klipfel) Freeland. He was raised along with his three 
     sisters in Ransomville, NY. Keith married Christine A. 
     (Covatta) Freeland in Lewiston, NY on October 18, 1975 and 
     was a devoted and loving husband for 45 years.
       Keith attended Lewiston-Porter High School and graduated 
     from Buffalo State College with a degree in business 
     education. He ultimately pursued his life-long career in 
     manufacturing and sales, founding Package Design and Supply 
     in 1995. Viewed as a kind, selfless and devoted leader, he 
     demonstrated unwavering loyalty and compassion to all of his 
     beloved employees and colleagues.
       Keith not only excelled in his career but he was devoted to 
     several hobbies. Boating was his ultimate passion and anytime 
     the sun was shining in the summer you could find him at the 
     boat docks in Lewiston or cruising along the Lower Niagara 
     River. He was fervent about the community of friends who 
     shared his desire for being on the water; often traveling and 
     seeking new adventures each summer. Keith was a dedicated 
     board member of the Youngstown Yacht Club aiding in annual 
     fundraising events. He also enjoyed vintage car restoration, 
     proudly displaying vehicles he worked so tirelessly on at 
     various local shows. Keith found solace in meticulously 
     maintaining his yard in Thornwood Forest and working 
     diligently on various projects around the home he so 
     cherished. He was an avid Buffalo sports fan and longtime 
     season ticket holder for his beloved Bills and Sabres, for 
     whom he shared in the joys and sorrows with his two sons.
       Above all, Keith cared about family and he would stop at 
     nothing to be there for them. He instilled in them the value 
     of hard work, honesty, loyalty and simply to be thankful and 
     appreciative. In addition to his wife of 45 years, Keith is 
     survived by his children, Dr. Erik Freeland, Jeffrey 
     Freeland, and Julie Freeland; his siblings, Kathy (late Dr. 
     F. Craig) Fisher of Chicago, IL and Jane (Greg) DiPietro of 
     League City, TX. He was predeceased by his sister, Linda 
     (James) Giardino of Scottsdale, AZ. He is also survived by 
     numerous nieces, nephews, and countless friends

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