[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 134 (Tuesday, August 27, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E848]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF HARRISON FREER

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 27, 2024

  Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Harrison Freer, the 
Ward 2 Town of Queensbury Board Member, a retired Air Force Colonel and 
pilot, community activist, and avid environmentalist. Harrison Freer 
was a community leader known for his dedication and commitment to each 
endeavor he undertook.
  Harrison served in the United States Air Force for 24 years, retiring 
as a Colonel. Following his distinguished military career, he began 
working for Northrop Grumman Integrated Systems in 2000 as a Systems 
Engineer and later served as the Director of Space and Intelligence 
Systems.
  A passionate pilot, Harrison owned a Pipistrel Alpha Trainer and was 
a member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. He was also 
active in the local chapter of the National Experimental Aircraft 
Association and the Glens Falls Pilot Club.
  Harrison's passion for aviation extended beyond his personal 
interests, he worked with children at Warren County Airport through the 
Experimental Aircraft Association's (EAA) Young Eagles flying program 
where he inspired children's excitement about flying. Additionally, 
Harrison played a crucial role in the EAA's scholarship program, 
increasing access to pilot training for many aspiring aviators. 
Harrison's enthusiasm for teaching was evident in his work as an 
instructor where he was most proud to teach his granddaughter how to 
fly. He was also an innovative advocate for electric planes pushing the 
boundaries of sustainable aviation technology.
  Harrison had been on the Queensbury Town Board since 2020, and his 
contributions to his community and country are truly remarkable. 
Harrison became the president of the Feeder Canal Alliance on July 1st 
of this year. His collaborative spirit and passion for environmental 
preservation were always evident in his work.
  Harrison Freer passed away on August 1st, leaving behind his wife 
Tricia along with a legacy of service, leadership, and passion for the 
skies. His impact on his family, the community, and the field of 
aviation, will be felt for generations to come. On behalf of New York's 
21st District, I am honored to recognize his extraordinary life.

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