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Melvin FREEMAN Obituary
FREEMAN, Melvin J
Oct. 24, 1935 - Apr. 29, 2012
Fair Oaks, Ca. Melvin J. Freeman - Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle passed away peacefully among family on Sunday April 29, 2012. Born to Lorin Farr and Delores Jensen Freeman in Basalt, ID.
He is survived by his sweetheart Lois Clement Freeman of 54 Years. His 5 children Steven, Randy, Don, Julie, Jenise and their families. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren were very special to him.
A Teacher, he touched the lives of many. Named teacher of the year. Many more accomplishments in his lifetime, including his service in the U.S. Armed Forces.
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David Barger
February 7, 2025
He was recruiting UFO Astronauts in my 4th grade class threw a program called young Astronauts. He showed us pictures of planets in our solar system that telescopes couldn't have taken, they seemed to be photos of planets with tourist cameras up close to the planet. I'll never forget his Exclusive pictures of Neptune he had from NASA. I'm telling you, telescopes don't take pictures like that.
He was amoung my all time favorite Teachers. #1 most memorable.
P LeMasters
August 27, 2023
Mr. Freeman was my 6th grade teacher at Leighton Littlejohn School. He was one of my favorite teachers of all time. I think about him often. P LeMasters
May 8, 2013
I know he was a great man. Had lots of fun going to uncle mel and aunt lois house. I loved all of the family. Wished I could of got to see him before he passed. Heaven got a shining star. Hope the family is doing ok. Love ya all Lori Orme
Brianna Smith
May 8, 2013
My Grandpa was one of the most amazing grandpas I've had. He would make our trips to see him so much fun. He would always have popsicles and icecream in his freezer for all the grandkids that came over. He would always take us to the park and push us on the swings. He would always let us play with his cool gadgets he had made. He was one of the best grandpas I knew! I miss him so much and I'll always remember him and his loving personality towards all of us grandchildren. He loved all of us so much and was always so excited to see his grandkids. I miss you grandpa and I love you so much!
Nancy Ralls
May 7, 2013
What a wonderful man! My husband Don was Mel's hometeacher for quite a while. He really enjoyed visiting with him! Yes, he was/is a wonderful man. I visited him in Eskaton and enjoyed all that he said about the love he had for his family.
Cathy Schaefer
May 7, 2013
Such an honor to know this family and to have met Mr. Freeman. He will be missed!
Carrie Jo Morgan Johnson
May 21, 2012
We will miss you Uncle Mel. Thanks for the tour of San Francisco many years ago.
Melvin Freeman
Rhonda Quilici
May 16, 2012
You will be missed Uncle Melvin. With deepest sympathy to the family. Rhonda
Tom Fowler
May 16, 2012
Jenise and family, I send peaceful thoughts to embrace you through this difficult time of passage.Your father has gone to prepare the path that one day will lead you back to him, as it is meant to be.
Tammi Rolllins
May 16, 2012
Jenise, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father...My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Jenise Krause
May 16, 2012
As most of you are aware, we sadly lost our father, Melvin J Freeman on Sunday, April 29, 2012. We are going to be having a Celebration of Life for him held at the Basalt Cemetery on Saturday, May 26th, at 3pm, then immediately following a family gathering at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Picnic Pavilion, located at 133 Main Street, Basalt ID. For those who can make it we welcome you.
Candice Freeman
May 16, 2012
I Love and Miss you so very much Grandpa but I know you are in a better place.
Julie Call
May 14, 2012
Today I am saddened by our great loss.....
But I am deeply greatful & at peace knowing you are no longer suffering.....I am thankful for all the things you did for us..... Love ya!
Jenise Krause
May 13, 2012
I have great memories of you, Dad! I'm so blessed that I got to spend so much time with you. I really miss you already but look forward to the day I get to see you again. I love you!!!
May 12, 2012
Rest in peace Uncle Mel. Aunt Lois and family you are in our thoughts, we'll see you soon. Love Debbie Freeman Wilkie and Family.
Dolores Ybarra
May 12, 2012
I love you Uncle Mel. You always put a smile on my face. I will miss your stories.
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