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July 10, 1944 – Nov. 23, 2024

NATCHEZ – It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of my beloved husband, Jewell French Freeman who left us on Nov. 23, 2024, at the age of 80.

He was a man of immense humor and wisdom cherishing every moment spent with his loved ones. His passion was living life to the fullest with his special friends, karaoke-ing, laughing, and loving.

He was a painter by trade and numerous jobs. His infectious smile and laughter along with his unwavering spirit will forever be remembered.

He is survived by his loving wife, Debbie Freeman; his children, Tony Freeman and wife, Sherrie, Charolotte Freeman Ratcliff and husband, Henry, Patrick Freeman, Shawn Freeman and wife, Michelle, Susie Thorpe Greer and husband, Cavin, and Amy Thorpe Pitre and husband, Randy; grandchildren, Anthony, Amber, Tonya, Ray, Craig, Jennifer, Jessica, Justina, Jamie, Carmen, Raven, Jessie, Jay, Stephanie, Ali, Brianna, Jennifer, Devin, Ashton, and Stephen; and 18 great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his brothers, Bobby S. Freeman, Jerry Freeman, Melvin Freeman, and Kenneth Wayne Freeman; sisters, Betty Jean Waltman, and Joyce Whitehurst, and grandson, Colton Freeman.

His surviving siblings are Louise Freeman Carroll, Linda Freeman Howell and husband, Ricky, Mike Freeman and wife, Rebecca; and his lifelong friend, Wayne Masters.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Samuel E. Freeman, and Thelma Whitehead Freeman; paternal grandparents, Commodor Freeman and Lillian; and maternal grandparents, Luther Whitehead and Addie Beach Whitehead.

The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, at Highland Baptist Church, Natchez. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until the time of the service at the church; all under the direction of Dennard First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro, LA.

Online registry/condolences at www.dennardfirstnational.com.