[NFB-NM] Mike Freeman's obituary

[Tonia Trapp]

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>JOSEPH "MIKE" MICHAEL FREEMAN
>October 30, 1948 ~ December 24, 2016
>
>Mike passed away December 24, 2016 from a cardiac event. As a child, 
>Mike attended the Washington State School for the Blind where he would 
>later serve as a member of several committees. He graduated from 
>Columbia River High School. He attended Reed College before receiving 
>his Master's Degree in physics from New Mexico State University.
>
>Dedicated to public service, Mike spent many years in service to the 
>National Federation of the Blind. President of the Washington State 
>chapter for several years, he also served as a member of the national
board.
>
>Mike held his Ham Radio license for more than 50 years and has been an 
>active member of the Clark County Ham Radio Club.
>
>Remembered for his great sense of humor, and love of lively 
>conversation, Mike was an accomplished musician and played numerous 
>instruments. He and his wife, Connie, enjoyed many travel adventures 
>with their trailer.
>
>Mike is survived by his wife, Connie Utterback, and daughter, Shanthi 
>Freeman. He was preceded in death by his parents Rex and Helen Freeman.
>
>At Mike's request, no funeral service will be held.
>Donations may be made to -
>National Federation of the Blind
>200 East Wells Street
>Baltimore, Maryland 21230


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