[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 22 (Thursday, February 2, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H656]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF FRED LAMASTER

  (Mr. ALFORD asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. ALFORD. Mr. Speaker, I am deeply honored to be here today to 
recognize the life and the legacy of a great man of God named Fred 
Lamaster.
  He died January 29 at the age of 92, a life well lived. He was born 
in Chicago. He graduated high school and went into the Marine Corps as 
a sergeant, and continued his education at the University of Illinois 
and Rockhurst University.
  For 30 years, Fred worked for Pepsi in Kansas City and retired as a 
vice president and general manager. Fred wrote gospel tracks and 
distributed thousands of these, spreading the good news of Jesus Christ 
in his later years.
  He also helped his son, and my good friend, Scott Lamaster, with his 
charity, taking it to the streets, feeding the homeless, and supporting 
first responders.
  Fred leaves behind a wonderful legacy, a love for God, a love for his 
family, a love for this Nation, and a love for humanity.
  Well done, sir. A good and faithful servant. We salute you.

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