David-Kellermann-Obituary

David Kellermann

Obituary

WASHINGTON (AP) — David Kellermann, the acting chief financial officer of mortgage giant Freddie Mac, was found dead at his home Wednesday morning in what police said was an apparent suicide.

Mary Ann Jennings, director of public information for the Fairfax County, Va., Police Department, said Kellermann was found dead in his Reston, Va., home. The 41-year-old Kellermann has been Freddie Mac's chief financial officer since September.

Jennings said that a crime scene crew and homicide detectives were investigating the death, but that there didn't appear to be any sign of foul play.

McLean-based Freddie Mac has been criticized heavily for reckless business practices that some argue contributed to the housing and financial crisis. Freddic Mac is a government-controlled company that owns or guarantees about 13 million home loans. CEO David Moffett resigned last month.

Freddie Mac and sibling company Fannie Mae, which together own or back more than half of the home mortgages in the country, have been hobbled by skyrocketing loan defaults and have received about $60 billion in combined federal aid.

Kellermann was named acting chief financial officer in September 2008, after the resignation of Anthony "Buddy" Piszel, who stepped down after the September 2008 government takeover. The chief financial officer is responsible for the company's financial controls, financial reporting and oversight of the company's budget and financial planning.

Before taking that job, Kellermann served as senior vice president, corporate controller and principal accounting officer. He was with Freddie Mac for more than 16 years.




Copyright © 2009 The Associated Press

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Dear Kellermann Family,
Truthfully it is very troubling to see the recent rise in suicidal deaths. Suicide is never an answer to a problem, it just gives rise to a host of questions, the main one being, why?
I don’t pretend to know David or his problems, but for those he left behind, reflect on the good and positive things he accomplished in your lives. Draw close together and talk about his life as a family, and if that’s too hard write it down in a diary. Don’t give up on faith...

Dear Kellermann Family-
I do not know your family at all, but I would like to express my condolences to you and all your family. Having lost my husband 6 months ago out of the clear blue no warnings no nothing and in the same way, I can honestly say I know how you feel deep down inside, but it has been 6 months for me and there truely is a light at the end of the tunnel, there has been one for my 10 year old son and for myself and there will be one for you as well but right now the...

May God Bless and keep David and his family.

My deepest sympathies to the family....David will be missed greatly...

MAY THE LIGHT OF DAVID GUIDE YOU THRU THE DARK STORM...

Donna,
Having worked for your family for over 20 years, words can not express the saddness we feel. Having met David only a few times, you knew he was a wonderful, loving man. Take comfort in knowing that. Also take comfort that there are so many people willing to help, with a helping hand, an ear to listen, an arm to hug, or just a friend who cares.
We send our love to you and Grace.
May God Bless You and Comfort you through this difficult time.
Keep in mind our...

I knew Dave in high school and I remember him fondly as a "bigger than life" person who lived his life to the fullest. He was loyal to his friends and those he loved, he was a person of high ethics and integrity and someone who was committed to his goals and to attaining success. Dave had razor-sharp wit and a million-watt smile. He was a great person and this is a true and deep loss. My deepest condolences to you Donna, your daughter and to his family and close friends.

I just found a photo of Dave and me at a high school party. I looked like I was in high school... "DBK" was wearing a white button-down Izod over a sweater vest with khakis and loafers - business casual, all the way. He lived a life to be proud of, albeit too short. I hope some peace can be found in the many wonderful memories shared here by everyone that knew Dave. Deepest condolences to Dave's family and close friends.

Donna, I was so saddened to hear of Dave's passing. I lost my 21 year old brother inlaw suddenly in 2002. My heart goes out to Grace, you and your entire family. We have added your family to our church prayer chain. I wish you God's peace and comfort. God bless.