Dallas, Texas
1933 - 2013
Larry Morrow Freeman, 79, of Salado, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013, in Austin, while receiving treatment for a traumatic brain injury. Services for Larry will be at Salado United Methodist Church at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 18, with the Rev. Travis Franklin conducting the services. Visitation with the family will be at 1 p.m. at the church.
Larry was born in Grand Saline, Texas, on March 22, 1933. His family moved to Dallas where he graduated in 1950 from North Dallas High School. He received an athletic scholarship from Daniel Baker College in Brownwood and played all college sports. When Daniel Baker closed its athletic program, Larry transferred to Southwestern University in Georgetown where he was an All-Conference guard for the basketball team. At Southwestern, he met Patricia Gregory and while students, they were married in 1952 resulting in a 60 year marriage.
Larry was a high school basketball coach in Monahans and Crane after graduation from college. He helped coach all other sports and retained his love for athletics all of his life. In 1960, Larry went to work as a pharmaceutical salesman living in Waco. In 1970, he began his career with Herff Jones Graduation Supply Co., and moved his family to Midland. He accepted the job as state sales manager for the company in 1983 and moved to Chandler in East Texas with plans to retire there. After retiring in 1996, he and Pat moved to the golf community of Emerald Bay in Bullard. Family obligations in 2002 resulted in a move to Salado.
Larry always loved golf and formed many friendships while playing at golf courses and tournaments all over the state. He was often the president of or a director in the many organizations in which he served, which led to a rich and fulfilling life. He was a member of the Methodist Church all of his adult life and served in most roles in church administration.
The Lions Club was a 30 year commitment to give back to his community. He was a District Governor and from 1988-89, served as State Chairman. He welcomed their motto, "We Serve" as a life guideline.
Larry is survived by his wife, Pat; two daughters, Valerie Lowe and husband, Rex, of Plano, and Kimberly Spiro and husband, Philip, of Manchester, N.H. His daughter, Laurel Peres, predeceased him. His sister, Jan Frazier, lives in Irving.
Seven grandchildren were a joy to their beloved "Hoss". They are Chris Miller of Lewisville, Todd Pfister and wife, Shelley, of San Antonio, Kyle Pfister and fiancŽe, Rosina, of Dallas, Katie Hinchey of Boston, Caroline and Connor Spiro of Manchester, N.H., and Courtney Peres of Salado and San Marcos. And the reward of living a long life are his great-granddaughters, Emma Claire and Giselle Pfister.
Larry requested that memorial gifts be to Salado Methodist Church or to the Lions Camp for the Handicapped Children in Kerrville.
Condolences may be made at www.Broeckerfuneralhome.com.
Services are in the care of Broecker Funeral Home, Salado, 254-947-0066
March 22, 1933 - January 15, 2013
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Pat and family--
We have fond memories of our early days in Crane. You may recall how much our older daughters looked alike, and how one of our old friends from CC noticed the resemblance in another town though she did not know we were acquainted.
We were sorry to hear of this loss and also of your daughter, and pray the Lord's richest blessing and comfort for your family.
Evelyn and Charles Stroder
March 14, 2013
Coach Freeman was my basketball Coach at Crane. He was the coolest guy and wonderful man. He was a super basketball player and had us all shooting that Larry Freeman jumpshot. He was driving a beautiful Chevrolet Biscayne. He liked to wear his top button buttoned up cool and suave. We all wanted to be like him.
The first time I ever saw him he was coaching at Monahans. He was such a handsome fellow, I still remember him. And we were thrilled when we learned he was coming to Crane. ...
JohN Webb
March 09, 2013 | San Angelo, TX
Coach Freeman helped make football fun when he was an assistant at Crane High School.He made you laugh when most of the other coaches didn't. I pray for the comfort of the Lord's spirit on all the family.
Johnny Griffin
March 08, 2013 | Stillwater, OK
The family of Larry our thoughts are with you on this day of rejoicing with all of the DBC exes by Larry.
Bob Marshall
January 21, 2013 | Brownwood, TX
Dear Pat and Family,
I knew Larry through Herff Jones. The first time I met him was in Kelly Shryoc's Ft. Worth office in 1977. Larry was a great guy, and I know you'll miss him. Celebrate with Larry that he's now with our Father, and all who went to be with Him before Larry, including your daughter.
Marybeth Eads
January 19, 2013 | Champaign, IL
Hi Pat & Family:
Our sincere heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. PCC Larry is at peace now, and we will all miss him. God Bless you and yours.
Janice & Gary Tooke
January 18, 2013 | Harker Hts., TX
Pat &Family: i read the email i rcvd today @ the same time as the funeral is going on. I am so sorry of Larry. He is at his home now and is not suffering. I really have missed both of you at our cabinet meetings, but i did not realize Larry was that sick. Our prayers are with you and yours. I am real sorry that we weren`t able to be there at the funeral to pay our resects. Love and miss you. God bless:
Always, Janice & gary Tooke
janice tooke
January 18, 2013 | Harker Hts., TX
Pat, we have lost a wonderful neighbor and friend. Larry was always so happy and positive. Our rock at the corner of the driveway will always be a reminder of the crazy things he did to bring joy to us all. He will be missed.
We pray for you and the family. You have been through so much these past month, but you have kept your strong faith and trust in the Lord. He is holding you now with love and strength.
Jim and Pat Brewster
January 18, 2013 | Salado,, TX
Pat and family. Our prayers and thoughts remain with you. Our memories of good times with Larry will be long lasting. Int. Dir. Joe Al & Merle Picone
Joe AL Picone
January 17, 2013 | Brenham, TX
