Community activist Jan Freedman remembered for “wonderful spirit”

April 30, 2020 · 0 Comments

Jan Freedman, a long-time community leader and volunteer with numerous local organizations, is being remembered for her “wonderful spirit.” Ms. Freedman, affectionately known as “Jan ...

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