Benjamin M Freed

I 'discovered' Ben when I started playing banjo 2 years ago, age 71. His arrangements are the mainstay of my banjo life. I was particularly saddened that he died of a cardiac incident, given that I had life saving heart surgery 4 months after his death. I am also a health care professional, so he's definitely someone I wished I'd known. It's clear he was a mensch of the highest order.

never forgotten. he lives on in our love and being with Nomi and our "nieces/goddaughters" Liza and Madelyn

We still miss him so... In addition to his mastery of the banjo, dobro, and optometry, he was an eager small-boat sailor, enthusiastic but rarely successful fisherman, great chooser of rescue dogs, fern aficionado, puppet designer, recumbent bicyclist, loving husband, and proud father.

One small thing always associated with Ben and Thanksgiving dinners. As soon as the meat was pulled off the turkey, Ben would cover the carcass with water and boil away, making a big pot of soup. Ben had energy and made the gatherings fun. I miss those days. Love to all, Becca Pulliam

I have been thinking about Ben and all the family, friends, eye patients, music, Thanksgivings... a long walk we once took from UWs to Chinatown after a heavy snow... Love,

Sincerest condolences to the family. My mother used to work for Benjamin's father and new Benjamin fairly well. She had a tremendous amount of respect for Dr. Milton Freed and his family and last spoke to Benjamin in 2001.

Ben you are missed by family and friends, always. Love, Becca

I am sorry to learn just now of the passing away of
Dr. Benjamin Freed. He was a good mentor at The Lighthouse. To the best retinoscopist, may you enjoy heaven. My condolences.
Melissa B. Anglo,OD Philippines 2017