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1936
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2026
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Margaret Freeman Obituary
Margaret Gordon Freeman, born May 6, 1936, to the parents of James and Emma Gordon.
She graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and attended Norfolk State college. She met and married Lawrence V. Freeman, Sr., on April 11, 1958, who at that time was an SGT in the U.S. Air Force. They had four children, Joyce R. Williams (Stanley deceased), Cheryl L. Starnes (Kenneth), Lawrence V. Freeman Jr., and Michael A. Freeman (Lenell), a sister Dorothy Norfleet, 19 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.
Being a military family, we traveled quite a bit, such places as California, Japan, Arkansas, Alaska, and retired in Virginia which is both our homes. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church where she was President of the Workers for Christ, and Vice President of the female Usher Board.
A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026, at Mt. Zion Baptst Church, 900 Middlesex Street, Norfolk. Interment will follow at Rosewood Memorial Park. Viewing will be from 3pm until 5pm Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home, 500 Liberty Street, Chesapeake.
You can join the service livestream at 11:00 am on Monday, January 12, 2026, at: https://www.facebook.com/PretlowandSons
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Sheila P
January 19, 2026
Joyce, and family, l send my Condolences to you and the family. I'm going to call you okay
Keisha Vegas
January 12, 2026
Sending my deepest condolences to the family. Keeping you in my prayers during this challenging time. Auntie Margaret was such a beautiful person inside and out, with a wonderful, beautiful spirit.
Melvin Eugene Freeman Jr
January 12, 2026
Thank you Aunt Margaret for your support through the years.
Shasmine Young
January 12, 2026
Please accept my deepest condolences. Mrs. Freeman meant so much to me and always treated me like part of the family. I will always be grateful for her love, kindness, and the warmth she shared so freely. She was truly special and will be deeply missed. Seeing love to the Freeman family and a BIG hug to Mrs. Joyce and Candis Williams. The memories I carry of her will always bring comfort and remind me of the beautiful person she was. RIH Angel Freeman.
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Debra Antley
January 12, 2026
Truly sorry for your loss. Continue to pray for the family.
Stephanie Diggs
January 12, 2026
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Sending love to My Best friend Candice during this difficult time. We are here for you my girl
Melody Palmer Little
January 12, 2026
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shaun & Melissa Knox
January 11, 2026
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
LATOSHA DIGGS
January 11, 2026
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home - Chesapeake500 Liberty Street, Chesapeake, VA 23324