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Elsie Freeman Obituary

Groton - Elsie Agnes (Tucker) Freeman, 82, of Forest St., Groton, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London.

She was born on Dec. 22, 1930, in New London, the daughter of Theodore E. and Mary Agnes (Quinn) Tucker.

Mrs. Freeman was married on Aug. 29, 1953, to Arthur R. "Pete" Freeman. He died on April 24, 2010.

Elsie was a devoted wife and mother. She played the accordion for many years as a part-time musician with Pete. She also played the piano until she suffered a stroke in 2003. Elsie was still living at home with the help and aid of her devoted caregivers. Her family wishes to thank them immensely.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Peter A. and Mary-Ellen Freeman of Preston and her cherished grandson, Tucker G. Freeman, also of Preston.

Elsie was also predeceased by her sister, Edith Leffingwell.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Thusday, Jan. 31, at the Starr Hill Cemetery in Groton. Visiting hours will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Byles- Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames St.

Please visit www.byles.com for directions, to sign her guest book, or to share a memory.

Published by The Day on Jan. 28, 2013.
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Pete, Mary Ellen and Tucker:
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you. Much Love from the Lame family

Jeffrey Lame

January 31, 2013

Pete, Mary-Ellen, & Tucker: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are here if you need anything. McKenna Family

January 30, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the Freeman Family...Norm and I still play that " special" card game of nine and five every night with thoughts of them both. We would play this card game with them often, in earlier times....Fond Memories of them both !

Love Amy and Norm

Norm and Amy Renaldi, Sr

January 30, 2013

Pete, Mary Ellen & Tucker,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Chuck, Pam and Connor Ullrich

Chuck Ullrich

January 30, 2013

Pete, Mary-Ellen and Family: Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are truly sorry for your loss. Jim & Gloria Willson and Family

January 30, 2013

Dear Pete, Maryellen and Tucker. Our sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. She will be missed. Know that you have the prayers and support of many friends.

David & Ellen Swercewski

January 30, 2013

Mary Ellen, Thinking of you at this time for the loss of your mother-in-law.

January 30, 2013

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Mary Anne Alfieri

January 30, 2013

I did not mean to call Tucker "Freeman". It was a Sandy slip! Please let us know if there is ever anything we can do. We'll be thinking of you in these next few days and the many days to come.

January 29, 2013

Pete, Mary Ellen and Freeman. We are all saddened by your loss. May you find comfort in the knowledge that your friends and family will see you through this most difficult time and all of you and she are at peace.
Sue, Kevin and Jess

January 29, 2013

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Lisa Korth

January 29, 2013

Pete my thoughts and prayers to you in the most difficult time.

Dave Migliozzi

January 28, 2013

Sorry for your loss.

Please find comfort in Isaiah 57:15

January 28, 2013

To Peter and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. I recall your parents with the deepest affection, just wonderful people. You have been an good son to both. With deepest sympathy, Jim Scarles

January 28, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.

January 28, 2013

Pete,my thoughts and prayers goes out to you and your family.She was a very special person,i had many great times with her.I will always remeber her.
Sincerly Ana Campos and Family

Ana Campos

January 28, 2013

To Pete , Mary-Ellen and Tucker, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

"Perhaps they are not stars, but, rather windows. Light streaming down upon us from heaven. Our loved ones letting us know that they are okay."

Pete Pasquaretta

January 28, 2013

Our sincerest sympathy, You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you. The Crider Family

Kathy Crider

January 28, 2013

Pete and family...my sincere condolences for your loss...I have such wonderful memories of Elsie and Pete Sr. They were very special.

Lynn Miner

January 28, 2013

Pete, Mary Ellen, and Tucker...My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother.

Donna Guarneri

January 28, 2013

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