Gov. Evers orders flags to fly at half-staff in honor of former state Rep. Stephen J. Freese » Urban Milwaukee

MADISON—Governor. Tony Evers signed Executive Order 239 ordering the U.S. and Wisconsin state flags to be flown at half-staff on Saturday, September 7, 2024, in honor of the former Wisconsin state representative. Stephen J. Freesewho died on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at the age of 64.

“Representative Freese’s unwavering dedication to public service, his deep commitment to family and friends, and his commitment to lifting up rural Wisconsin communities will be missed by many,” said Governor Evers.Kathy and I extend my deepest condolences to his family, friends and former colleagues who are mourning his death.”

Former Rep. Freese grew up in Hazel Green and was a graduate of Southwestern High and the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Former Rep. Freese first entered public service in 1980, serving on the Jamestown Town Board from 1980 to 1994, and also serving on the Grant County Board of Supervisors from 1982 to 1992. In 1990, former Rep. Freese was elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly, where he served for 16 years, representing the 51st Assembly District. During his time in the Wisconsin State Assembly, Rep. Freese served as Speaker Pro Tempore of the Assembly for 12 years.

Former Congressman Freese’s farewell ceremony will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2024 in Sinsinawa.

Executive Order No. 239 will be in effect from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, September 7, 2024, and is available here.

The online version of this announcement can be found here.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee author. While believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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