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John Freeman Obituary
February 12, 1953 - March 22, 2024
Rock Hill, South Carolina - The man, the myth, the legend, John Robert Freeman (71) passed away after a hard-fought battle with cancer on March 22, 2024. His passing was peaceful, and he was surrounded by those who loved him most. John was born in Rock Hill on February 12, 1953, to John and Isabel Freeman, who have both preceded him in death. He was also greeted at Heaven's Gate by his son, Justin Freeman. He is survived by his daughter Jackie Poole (Michael) and his granddaughters Riley & Harper Poole, of Rock Hill SC as well as his brother Ron Freeman (Donna) of Surfside Beach, SC.
In his youth, he trained as a bull rider under the tutelage of a US world champion. It was then he learned that he could ALWAYS thrill the crowd. If not with his ride, then by being thrown off and stepped on. Since more often than not the throw and step was the crowd pleaser, he changed professions, though he never lost his love of the sport. As an electrical engineer, he traveled the US working on power plants and wind farms until he took his skills across the globe. John lived and worked in places such as Iraq, Indonesia, and Croatia, helping to restore electricity for the people of these war-torn countries.
John was a man who loved the adventure of travels more than anything and he has now embarked on his greatest adventure to date- a rebirth in a new destination, the glory and beauty of which we can only imagine.
A memorial service will be held at his home: 2532 Killian Road, Edgemoor SC, 29712 at 11:00 am Saturday, April 6th, 2024.
Feel free to leave the family your condolences at www.PalmettoFuneralGroup.com.
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Chris Maslowicz
May 13, 2024
You have my deepest sympathy on the passing of John. He was a great friend, funny, always made Walter and I laugh. Maybe John and Walter are still telling jokes and laughing in heaven.
Chris Maslowicz
Regina Beck
April 2, 2024
Dearest Freeman family, I would like to express my deepest and most sincere sympathy. John was a precious sweet soul that will be missed by many.God bless all of you during this difficult time
Sincerely,
Regina Beck
brenda Comer
April 2, 2024
Dear Freeman Family,
Sending our prayers and sympathy for the family.
sincerely,
Franky & Brenda Comer
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