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Virginia Freiling Obituary
Virginia Mae "Mimi" Harris Freiling was born March 3, 1916 in Coleman County, Texas to William Robert Harris and Nell Baker Harris. They moved to Los Angeles Heights in San Antonio about 1923. Virginia graduated from Edison High School in 1932.
She married Russell Freiling, April 1936. They were married 54 years. They enjoyed watching and supporting their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren in their activities and watching them grow up. They loved to hunt, fish, travel, and entertain/host get-togethers for family and friends.
She was a faithful member of the Beacon Hill, Jefferson, West Avenue and the University Oaks Churches of Christ. She taught many that God IS and the importance of obedience to His Word.
Two of her favorite charities were Disability Resources, Inc., from which she was awarded the Paul Slaton Award and Christian Heritage Schools. She had a giving heart to the handicapped and to education.
She was a member of the Delphian Society, the Child Nurture Club, and a "42 Club" that was together for over 50 years. She was always active. Her needlepoint stockings and crocheted afghans are treasured works of art.
She was predeceased by her parents, husband, sister (Roberta Arnold), and brother (Bill Harris). What great times we had together: laughing, eating, playing.
She is survived by two sons, Don (Jeanette) and Wayne (Georgia) and six grandchildren: Russ (Tammy) Freiling, Rynn Freiling, Amy Mae (Todd) Roberts, Reagan (Belinda) Freiling, Faith (Ethan) Coble, and Ginger (Mario) Diaz; and 12 great-grandchildren. She set high standards for us all.
The family is very grateful for the loving friendship and service given to Virginia for the past 4 years by Kay Kennedy. Caregivers Rita Johnson, Ann Lawrence and Ida Aketch were so caring of our "Mimi". Many thanks are extended to The Odyssey Hospice for the wonderful and tender care in her last days.
As she served others when she could, others served her when she couldn't.
Service
Visitation will begin Tuesday, June 19, 2012, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 20, 2012, at 9:00 AM at Mission Park Funeral Chapels North. Interment will follow at San Fernando III Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Virginia Freiling
Kenny and Sharon Wilson
July 16, 2012
It was our honor to know Mrs. Freiling. What a grand lady with such a great heart! We are still thinking of you as you continue to treasure memories of your mom and grandmother. With love, Sharon and Kenny Wilson
June 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. God bless each of you.
Peggy & David Higgins
Kacy & Stormy Higgins
Cathy Lantis
June 18, 2012
Dear Don, Wayne and family, We're so very sorry to hear about Virginia's passing. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Cathy Lantis & Lucille Garrow
Mike & Pat Freiling
June 18, 2012
Dear Don Wayne and entire Freiling family, We were so sorry to hear about the death of your dear Mother. We so enjoyed her friendship while living in San Antonio. We love you all and will never forget your dear family. To be a Freiling was so much fun. God love you all. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Blessings Pat and Mike Freiling
Cherokee Brown
June 18, 2012
Don, (Jeanette), Wayne,(Georgia),your mother is now where there is no pain,no tears,and no sin . As I remember her she always spoke softly,cared deeply, and loved generously. God loves her and will keep her now for his own.
Cherokee and Jean (Abilene, Texas)
Ray Bacon
June 18, 2012
Don & Wayne sorry to hear about your mother. I told Mary I remember her in '48 when I lived next door.
Sunny Stephens
June 17, 2012
Don,
I am so sorry to learn of your mother's death. I know your loss as my mother died recently after 11 years in an Abilene nursing home, having no idea who we were. My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family during this sad time and the difficult days to come.
Sunny (Courington) Stephens
Nancy Lehde
June 17, 2012
We are saddened to learn of Virginia's passing. She was such a sweet lady and will be missed. We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Ron and Nancy Lehde
Jacque Hughes
June 17, 2012
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love
George & Martha Vest
Nikki & Curt Lanham
Jacque & Carl Hughes
Larry & Candace Vest
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