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James Freudenberg Obituary

BLACK HAWK - James Richard Freudenberg, 34, Black Hawk, died Friday, Aug. 26, 2011, near Mosby, Mo.

He was born June 10, 1977 in Gordon, Neb., the son of Richard and Carol Kay (Latshaw) Freudenberg. James graduated from Wright (Wyo.) High School in 1996 and attended Black Hills State University in Spearfish. James served in the United States Army at Fort Riley, Kan. He served two tours of duty in Iraq.

James was united in marriage to Holly Boehnke on June 30, 2001, in Watertown. She survives at their home in Black Hawk.

James is also survived by his soon to be born daughter: Reagan James Freudenberg; his parents, Richard and Carol Kay Freudenberg, and his brother, John and Connie Freudenberg, all of Lincoln, Neb.; his grandmother, Marvel Freudenberg-Moore of Gurley, Neb.; father- and mother-in-law, Terry and Ruth Boehnke of Watertown; brother-in-law, Andy and his wife, Tami, of Tea, S.D.; and his grandfather-in-law, Bob Boehnke of Watertown. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Amber Max, Stephanie Max, Sean Freudenberg, Kaitlyn Freudenberg and Braxton Freudenberg, all of Lincoln, and Taylor Boehnke of Tea; his close friends, Cory and Capella Albrecht, CJ Albrecht and Whit Albrecht of Manhattan, Kan. James will also be missed by his two dogs, Dalton and Emmett.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, at the Hope Lutheran Church (WELS), 3560 Dempsey Road in Manhattan, with Pastor Phil Hirsch officiating. Full military honors will follow with the United States Army Honor Guard Fort Riley. Interment will be at Black Hills National Cemetery near Sturgis at a later date.

Family will greet friends during a visitation from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Memorial funds are suggested to Project HEAL - Service Dogs for Wounded Veterans, Pottawatomie County Caring Hearts Humane Society, or the Reagan James Freudenberg Educational Fund and may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS 66502.

Online condolences may be left for the family through the funeral home website at www.ymlfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Rapid City Journal on Aug. 30, 2011.

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Jared and Jessica Eben

September 6, 2011

Our family prays nightly for you, Holly, and your sweet baby girl. James will be remembered as a true hero.

September 1, 2011

Praying for your family. He died as a hero caring for others.

Jodi Ludens

September 1, 2011

My heart and prayers go out to you and your family during this very difficult time.

Kim Barron

August 31, 2011

Prayers to James' family and friends. Atchison Hospital sends its thoughts and prayers.

Kaye Roy

August 30, 2011

My heart goes out to Holly, her family, and James family. I only got the pleasure of meeting James a couple times when I was working with his wife Holly. I remember them as a compassionate couple who love animals. My prayers will continue for Holly, baby Reagan, and all the family members!

Corky Williams

August 30, 2011

We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.

Victor Tacoronte and Family

August 30, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with James and his family. His dedication will never be forgotten, and you will forever have a guardian angel until you meet again. God Bless

Reynard and Alice Mills

August 30, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of James' death. Our prayers are with you and may you draw strength from the love of God.

Kate Roberts

August 30, 2011

As I sit here remembering James and his brother, John, as competitive athletes, I saw compassion and love in their hearts.

I sincerely hope that your soon to be born daughter and Grand daughter will bring much happiness to the family in your time of grief and sorrow.

My love and sympathy to a wonderful young man's family.

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