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Harry Freeman Obituary
1922 - 2016
FARMINGDALE - Harry A. Freeman, 94, of Farmingdale, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 7, 2016, at the Augusta Rehabilitation Center.
He was born in Augusta on Jan. 1, 1922, the son of Harry A. Sr. and Lillian (Small) Freeman. As a young man, Harry delivered the Kennebec Journal, early in the morning, before school.
He was a 1939 graduate of Cony High School where he was on the debate team. He also enjoyed playing horseshoes with the firemen at Hartford Station. While working at Hazard Shoe, Harry met the love of his life, Pearl Cote. They were married and spent 70 years together. Harry spent the rest of his working career at Hudson Pulp & Paper (Statler Tissue). In their retirement years, Harry and Pearl traveled to Hawaii, Las Vegas, and Foxwoods many times. Harry was involved in harness racing as an owner. He could be seen in line at the wagering window at tracks all over Maine and New England. He was also an avid bowler and cribbage player.
Mr. Freeman was predeceased by his wife Pearl, his brother Herbert Freeman, and his sister Lillian Emmons.
He is survived by his brother, Richard E. Freeman, of Augusta; his son, Richard H. Freeman, of Hallowell; his life partner, Sonya Trott, of Augusta; his granddaughters, Melissa Nimon and her husband Richard, of China, and Amy Kirkwood and her husband Kevin, of Augusta; his great-grandchildren, Donald Brochu of Augusta, Kyna Wright and her spouse April of Auburn, Sadi Nimon and her fiancé Michael Ratcliff of China, and Brad Brochu and his fiancée Jessyca Begin of Waterville; two great-great grandsons, Jayceon Walker and Landyn Brochu; along with several nieces and nephews.
Harry's favorite quote was, "Life is short, no matter how long you live."
There will be no visiting hours. A graveside service will be held at the Forest Grove Cemetery in Augusta on Thursday, July 14, 2016, at 10 a.m. Arrangements are in the care of Knowlton and Hewins Funeral Home and Cremation Service, One Church St., Augusta. Memories, condolences, photos, and videos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of our website at: www.khrfuneralhomes.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial
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Alzheimer's Association
383 U.S. Route 1, Suite 2C
Scarborough, ME 04074
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Memories and Condolences
for Harry Freeman
5 Entries
Elizabeth and Edward Gardella
July 18, 2016
Dear Freeman family,our sympathy goes out to all of you on this sad occasion. We remember seeing your Dad (and Grandfather) often, when he would come to your home on Storey St. to help with various projects. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, the Gardella family.
July 12, 2016
Harry came to the Gardiner McDonald's in the afternoon and was good man nice man he will be Miss by Frank George and David
R.I.P. Amen
Kathy Alves
July 11, 2016
May you rest peace. My mom and dad were truly fond of this true gentleman. Tony now has his friend back, just in a new home. Sincerely The Alves Family
You'll be missed
bill and rose mcfadden
July 11, 2016
Richard and family sorry to hear about your dad god blessyou
July 11, 2016
Rest in peace Harry. We will miss you dearly. The Kirkwood Family.
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