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Michael Freeman Obituary
FREEMAN, Michael, age 79, of Kettering, OH passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023. Michael was born on February 28, 1944 to the late Dorothy and Jack Freeman. He graduated from Chaminade All Boy's School in 1962. After graduation, Michael worked at NCR, where he retired from after 40 years. He enjoyed volleyball, bowling, and played softball in the NCR league. Michael was a member of the Jaycee Club and enjoyed vacationing in Pensacola and Seagrove, Florida every year since 1990. Michael was generous, selfless, and loved his friends and family dearly. He never met a stranger and had the best sense of humor. Michael was a huge fan of Queen, The Grateful Dead, Bob Dylan, and The Beatles. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Faye. Michael is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Debbie; sister, Kathy; sons, Joe (Cindi) and Pat; step daughter, Amanda; step son; Jason; granddaughters, Caroline, Althea, and Jay; grandson, Joseph Jr.; nephew, Travis; niece, Zoe. Family will greet friends Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 4:00PM - 6:00PM at Routsong Funeral Home Kettering, 2100 E Stroop Rd. For those unable to attend, Michael's services will be live-streamed on Routsong Funeral Home's YouTube page. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Parkinson's Foundation or the Lewy Body Dementia, care of Dementia Society of America. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be made at www.routsong.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Freeman
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Dan Taylor
May 6, 2023
Debbie,
I am so sorry for your loss. Throughout my career at NCR, Mike was a great friend, co-worker and boss. He will be missed by all who knew him.
RIP, MY friend.
Sandra Streitenberger
May 4, 2023
Mike was just an all-around wonderful human being with a huge heart. God gained a truly good guy in heaven. Loved him so much. Sandra
John & Marty Osterday
May 2, 2023
So sorry in Michael's passing. Sending prayers for him & his
extended family. Have known Mike since High school.
Marty (Evans) Osterday
Layle Fryman Rogers
May 1, 2023
I worked with Mike at NCR many years ago. He helped me get a promotion to a new department he helped create. We spent a lot of time together talking and he was the kindest man. I will always remember him fondly.
Melissa Daugherty
May 1, 2023
I´ve known Debbie just about my whole life but only had the pleasure of meeting Mike only once. I have grown to know what a great man he was through the words of other people from FB and from Debbie . I wish I could have known him better. Debbie and Mike were so blessed to find each other. I´m still praying Gods peace and comfort for Debbie and their whole family during this difficult time. With love and prayer, Melissa Daugherty
Rebecca Adams
May 1, 2023
My heartfelt condolences to Debbie and his entire family.
With love,
The John Adams family
Bill Reber
May 1, 2023
RIP Good Buddy. I'll miss our friendly poker games that we had for over over 40 years! My condolences to your wife Debbie and your family.
Bill Reber
Hobe Sound, FL
LaQuanna Watkins
April 30, 2023
My favorite guy I´m going to miss you Mike, it was great getting to know you felt like you were my family ..
Love You
Rest Peacefully
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4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Routsong Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Kettering2100 E. Stroop Rd, Kettering, OH 45429
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