Barbara Jean Morgan Freeman

Barbara Freeman Obituary

Barbara Jean Morgan Freeman 1930-2009 Barbara Jean Morgan Freeman passed away on Monday, Aug 17, 2009 in Boise Idaho following a battle with cancer. She was the youngest of seven children born to Hazel and Main Morgan on April 3, 1930 in Glenns Ferry, Idaho. After graduating from Glenns Ferry High School, she moved to Columbus, Ohio to live with her brother Lloyd and wife Helen. She realized after a couple years that the climate was just too cold; then in 1951 Barbara moved to Columbus, Ga. with her brother Keath and wife Mary where she met her future husband Ed while he was stationed as a young officer in Ft Benning, Ga. Barbara and Ed then were married at Ft Belvoir, Va. on April 30, 1954 where their 22 years of military life began seeing all parts the world. Barbara and Ed were blessed in their lives with two sons, Mike and Doug. On conclusion of her husband's military career they retired to Boise, Idaho in 1974. During this time she completed cosmetology school as one of the top of her class. In 1977 her first of four grandchildren were born which was her new focus on life. Barbara loved being with her family, decorating her home, cooking and especially her passion for shopping and Jackpot. Barbara is survived by her sons Mike (Anita) Freeman and Doug (Tina) Freeman, four grandchildren, Cori (Brad) Dalton, Scott Freeman, Haylee Freeman, all residing in Boise and Joshua (Brittany) Freeman of San Diego, Calif., three great-grandsons, Cooper and Bronco Dalton, and Trace Freeman, of Boise, as well as one sister, Viola Davy, Glenns Ferry, Idaho, two brothers, Ralph Morgan, Mt. Home, Idaho, and Keath (Mary) Morgan of Kathleen, Ga. and many nieces and nephews. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband Ed W Freeman on Aug. 20, 2008. She was also preceded in death by her parents, sister Golda Rose of Glenns Ferry, Idaho; brothers Glenn Morgan of Medford, Ore., and LLoyd Morgan of Columbus, Ohio She will be remembered by those whose life she touched. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, at the Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel with viewing to be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. The committal service will be held at 12 noon at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society, 2676 South Vista, Boise, ID 83705.

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Published by Idaho Statesman on Aug. 19, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Freeman

15 Entries

Dawn Pletcher

May 29, 2010

They also serve who stand and wait .. Thank you, Freeman Family, for sharing your remarkable parents/grandparents with all of us. They both are heroes never to be forgotten by a grateful nation. God bless you all.

Lisa Hickman

October 12, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of Barbara's death, I was planning to write her about Ed. I just learned about Ed's story and want to tell the family how much his honor and valor means to me...a person none of you know.

I received an email about Ed's rescue of injured men in Vietnam and I was very touched. If you have not seen the email, please email me with your address and I will be happy to forward it to you.

You father, and I suspect, your Mom too were real heros and people to look up to. Sincerely, Lisa Hickman, Texas

Susan Slade Grossl

September 13, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of Barbara's death. I worked as a cocktail waitress at the Vic Haus and remember her and Ed both as very gracious and wonderful people. I don't believe I ever met their boys, but extend my condolences to them.

Crystal Herrick

August 29, 2009

Barb was a wonderful lady. Our lives are richer for having known her and having her as a part of our lives.

Carmen Wells

August 22, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Don and myself knew the lovely lady for many years.She used to come over and cut and curl all four of our daughters. She has been a very special lady to know. I shall miss her friendship, but she is in a better place with Ed.She was so proud of her whole family. Remember the GOOD TIMES!!!!

Tracy Merritt

August 22, 2009

My heart felt condolences to the Freeman family. I met Barbara and Ed many years ago when I was a waitress at Vic Haus food and Drink, they would come in with all their friends on friday nights to have dinner and dance. Ed was always the entertainer, his stories of all of his and Barbaras's life experiences were so fasinating. Barbra had some good stories about Ed too! I am proud to have had the privilege of knowing both of them and hearing the wonderfull stories of their children and grand children. What a dynamic couple.

Cori Dalton

August 20, 2009

My Grandma was a very special lady. I am so blessed to have had so much time with her. Not only did I know her into adulthood but she was a huge part of our kids lives. Cooper and Bronco were the sparkle in her eye! I am going to miss her more than you all will know. But she is now with Grandpa and they are together again! I love you Grandma and please watch over all of us!!! Cooper told me to tell you to tell God and Grandpa hello!

August 20, 2009

Mike, Doug, and family,

It has been an honor and privilege to know your mother and father. As you know, Bob and I stayed in their home during our "backpacking trips to Idaho. Both Barbara and Ed were super great to me and I will never forget their kindness and hospitality. She sure could tell some stories on Ed. Jan's (wife) and my prayers are with you and family during this time in your life. I assure you, I understand what you are going through because both of my parents have passed from this earth.
God bless, Johnny and Jan Purvis

terrye palomarez

August 20, 2009

We are thinking of you all and wishing you the very best. My husband and I remember playing Pinochle with Ed and Barb on New Years Eve 2005 and dinners at my folks house many times. Ed's war stories would keep us entertained for hours. He and Barb had a very special relationship They were so much fun to be around. We miss them both.

LTC Curtis Olachea

August 20, 2009

I would like to send my condolences to all of the Freeman Family. Mrs. Freeman was a very sweet and gracious lady. My involvement with the Freeman Family was last year when I performed duties as the Idaho National Guard Assistance Officer upon the passing of Mr. Freeman. The family members, particulary Mrs. Freeman, Mike and Doug, were always respectful, considerate and kind during a very emotional time in their lives. I wish blessings and love to them all.

August 19, 2009

Mike and Doug,

So very sorry and shocked at your mothers's passing. She was getting around so well in June when we visited your father's grave. I am lucky to have had such a recent brief and pleasant reunion with her.
My sincere regards,
Lewis C Olson

August 19, 2009

To the entire Freeman Family, I am so sorry for your recent loss. I'll never forget Grandma Freeman's famous chocolate cream pies (she always made a special one for me) or her willingness to open her house to anyone who needed a special place to share a Thanksgiving holiday! She and Ed were so involved in the lives of their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and sledom missed a ballgame or event. They truly were special people, and I am glad to have known them. -Kim Brydges (Boise, Idaho)

Janice Brandt

August 19, 2009

Mike and family,
So sorry to hear about your mother. I hope the many memories you have of her help you through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janice (Shrum) Brandt and family

Ann Lind

August 19, 2009

To the Freeman Family;
Please accept my deepest sympathies during this very sad time. Barb was a very special and wonderful lady. She will be sorely missed.

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