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Michael Freeman Obituary

Michael D. Freeman CHARLOTTE - Michael D. Freeman, age 58, of Charlotte, beloved husband of Dolores(Duckworth) Freeman for 35 years, passed away April 25, 2014. Born in Charlotte on Jan. 31, 1956, he was the son of the late James Garrison and Sara Morrison Black Freeman. Mr. Freeman was an active member of Cook's Memorial Presbyterian Church and was a former Deacon for several years. He was also co-founder of the church's auto show and member of the Men of the Church. He was an avid antique auto restorer and collector, was an Eagle Scout in the Charlotte area, and the former parts manager at Ford. Mr. Freeman recently worked for Walmart in the Mountain Island area in the bakery dept. Besides his wife Dolores, he is survived by his sister, Sandra Farrell(Albert) of Fuquay Varina, a nephew Spencer Hight of Garner and his beloved pets: Elvis, Tess and Shelby. Funeral services will be held Monday, 3:30 p.m. at Cook's Memorial Presbyterian Church, 3413 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road, Charlotte, with Pastor TJ Thompson to officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 4-6 p.m. at Cook's Memorial Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donation may be made to Cook's Memorial Presbyterian Church, Men of the Church, 3413 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road, Charlotte, NC 28216. Online condolences may be offered through ww.forestlawnwest.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer from Apr. 26 to Apr. 28, 2014.

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Kim Preston

May 5, 2014

Sharing a childhood with Mike and Sandy was a gift. I know he will be missed but take comfort in the knowledge that he is now part of a greater glory. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Sally Galarneau

April 29, 2014

Our deepest sympathy and prayers to you, Delores, Sandy and families over the loss of a Mike. He was a fine man and we enjoyed our few times with him. A very kind soul who is now with our Heavenly Father and his dad, no more worries!

Joyce Jamieson

April 29, 2014

Delores My heart aches with yours. May God bless you with His Grace and Peace.

Sharon and Steve Gilmore

April 28, 2014

Delores, Mike's friendly face will be missed both at Cook's and at Walmart. You, Cook's, and Walmart have all lost an irreplaceable member of your families. Our prayers and condolences to you on your loss.

Minnie Hemphill

April 28, 2014

Dolores, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. May the God of all comfort soothe your heart at this time of grief.

Lisa Spurrier Arnette

April 28, 2014

I remember the times at his Grandmother Black house with Kim, Sandy, Mike and myself. We always had fun together when we were children. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jimmy E.

April 28, 2014

I would see Mike most mornings at Walmart;(I work 3rd), he'd always have a smile and a kind word as he passed by, even during his illness up to it forcing him to leave. Heaven will be sweeter by his presence. May God comfort his family left behind.

April 28, 2014

Delores, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are for you and your family. Kendra Hunter

Lisa Spurrier Arnette

April 28, 2014

So sorry to hear about Mike. I remember the times we spent at his Grandmother Black house..Kim, Sandy, Mike and myself. I know he loved Delores dearly.

Elaine Johnson

April 27, 2014

Sandy, sorry to hear of Mikes passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Delores, and family. Hope to see you soon

Stephanie Conley

April 27, 2014

Mike I will truly miss...I enjoyed working with him in The Electronics Department at Walmart...He was a great friend and Coworker...Me and Mike are a true Duke fan...Miss u my friend... My Prayers are with u and Ur Family

annie horne

April 27, 2014

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Lucille McCorkle

April 26, 2014

Dolores, our hearts go out to you in the loss of your beloved Mike. He truly found his angel when he met and married you. Mike was such a gentle, kind soul and he will be missed. You and Sandy and family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We love you. Lucille and Terry

Tracy Weakland

April 26, 2014

Mike was a kind hearted man. I worked with him in the Walmart bakery and he will be missed.

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