George Freese

1926–2014 (age 88)

Baseball Player

Biography

George Freese (1926–2014) lived for the game of baseball, embracing every season with enthusiasm and bringing teammates together through sportsmanship and encouragement.

His infectious love of the sport continues to resonate with fans and friends, and he is honored at Willamette National Cemetery.

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