Sacramento in Sacramento County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Frank C. Freer

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

1. Frank C. Freer Marker

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This plaque is dedicated to Frank C. Freer by the City of Sacramento in recognition of his commitment of over 50 years to improving the game of golf in Sacramento, California.

• Member-Sacramento Golf Club at Haggin Oaks
• Member-Sacramento Golf Council
• Tournament Director-California State Fair Championship
• Chairman-1983 National Mens’ Public Links Championship
• NCGA Board of Directors (1962-1968)
• USGA Sectional Qualifying Committeeman, National Public Links (1964-1995)

Few people in American have given as much to amateur golf as Frank C. Freer. He brought organization and professionalism to every part of golf that he touched. Known for his gentle and giving manner, Frank earned the respect and gratitude of golfers in Sacramento and throughout the United States.

Erected 1998.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports.

Location. 38° 38.021′ N, 121° 24.233′ W. Marker is in Sacramento, California, in Sacramento County. Marker is located on

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

2. Frank C. Freer Marker

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the grounds of the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex across from the Club House at the entrance to the Pavilion. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3645 Fulton Avenue, Sacramento CA 95821, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Ken Morton, Sr. (within shouting distance of this marker); Dr. Alister MacKenzie (within shouting distance of this marker); Michael “Mac” McDonagh (within shouting distance of this marker); Anthony J. “Tom” LoPresti (within shouting distance of this marker); First Transcontinental Railroad (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Base Headquarters (approx. 2.3 miles away); McClellan Air Force Base (approx. 2.3 miles away); a different marker also named McClellan Air Force Base (approx. 2.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sacramento.

Artwork Sculpture on Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

3. Artwork Sculpture on Marker

Frank C. Freer image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Sacramento Bee

4. Frank C. Freer

Sacramento Bee Obituary Photo (http://www.sacbee.com/300/story/1127798.html)

Credits. This page was last revised on November 7, 2019. It was originally submitted on December 31, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,566 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on December 31, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.