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FREEMAN, S. Berkeley age 68, of Kettering, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2011. Berkeley is survived by his wife of 29 years: Stella; brothers-in-law: Roger (Judy) Randolph & Ken (Sue) Randolph; and several nieces and nephews. Berkeley attended Seminary at Andrews University, he was an active member of Kettering SDA Church choir and for over 40 years sang in a quartet. He loved music. He devoted the last 25 years working for Christian Record Services for the blind, prior he worked for Kettering Medical Center as a Pharmacy Tech and taught school in Cincinnati. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, September 23, 2011 at Newcomer Funeral Home (South Chapel) 3940 Kettering Blvd., Kettering with Pastor Terry Carlisle officiating. Interment will follow the service at David's Cemetery in Kettering. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 5:00 - 8:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Christian Record, 4444 S. 52nd St., Lincoln, NE 68513-1302 in memory of Berkeley. To send the family a condolence online, please visit www.NewcomerDayton.com.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Sep. 20, 2011.

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September 27, 2011

Stella, Roy and I are so sorry to hear about Berkeley. He was always a special friend of ours. I always looked forward to seeing him in the choir. Roy and Barbara Katsuren, HI.

Richard Wilson

September 24, 2011

Stella,Darlene and I want to extend our sympathy to you. We enjoyed seeing you both at the Gary High School reunion. It was wonderful to see the pictures on Facebook that he shared with us. He will be missed.

September 22, 2011

Stella,I was so sorry to hear about Berkeley's passing. I remember him well when we all were at the Far Hills Church. He was a gentle person and so kind to everyone and kept us all smiling. I will keep you and the family in my thoughts and prayers. Esther Tate Taylor

Will and Claire Eva

September 21, 2011

We are deeply sorry to hear of Berkeley's passing and so surprised. Berkeley was a college mate and a kind and gentle friend. Our love to you Stella and the family. God be near. Claire & Will Eva

Jody & Jim Johnson

September 20, 2011

Stella, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless You!
Jody & Jim (Kay's sister & bro.in law)

Jean Isentrager

September 20, 2011

Stella, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Berkley were such a special couple. He was a kind person with a gentle soul. He will be missed by many.

September 20, 2011

Such a loss for dear Stella,cherish your happy
memories and celebrate his wonderful life
with you. Mel and Nancy England

RON & ALICE THOMAS

September 20, 2011

We were shocked to hear of His death. We will miss Him,a friend of many years,a fellow bass,his sense of humor,his questions He hoped would stump me,and His love for His lord.He believed God had a sense of humor and invited me to look in the mirror to prove it. Stella,God is up to something,trust Him. RON & ALICE

September 20, 2011

So sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Missy, RN KMC

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