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Jeff Freeman Obituary
Memorial services for Jeff Freeman, 39, of Austin, will be at 4 p.m. Thursday, October 2, 2008, at Triumphant Christian Center, 1308 Reel Rd., 903-295-3370.
Born October 8, 1968, he was a computer programmer who worked on many popular programs, including Star Wars Galaxies and had served his country as a member of the U.S. Army Reserves.
He is survived by his wife, Brenda Freeman; his sons, Jeffery Freeman and Jesse Freeman, of Azle; stepdaughter, Destiny Coffman; parents, Roy and Samantha Clark; sister, SaDonna Moser; and brothers, R.G. Carr of Australia, and Dwayne Archer of Longview.
"Because Christ suffered so much for us, we can receive so much comfort from Him."
~ II Corinthians 1:5
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Monica "Crowgirl"
April 12, 2009
Peace to the family and friends of our much beloved Jeff Freeman aka "Dundee". I knew him as the guild leader of The Nameless Ones in Ultima Online where he created a compassionate online community of people who will always remain dear to me. Jeff was a talented, charismatic, witty, intelligent, generous man who is deeply missed. He lives in my heart, forever.
Colin & Crystal N.
February 23, 2009
My wife and I never knew Jeff in person, only though our interaction online. Our friendship was real nonetheless. Rest in Peace, Jeff. Sincerely, Colin and Crystal. AKA Mir and Cassie from The Nameless Ones.
Andreas Iversen
February 2, 2009
Requiescat In Pace brother.
Thank you for all the great work you did for Star Wars Galaxies.
Erik
November 17, 2008
So long mate, thanks for giving us SWG and I hope you find peace!
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Cory Nabors (Magnus)
October 25, 2008
I knew Jeff as Dundee from the Ultima Online newsgroup and as a fellow player in EverQuest.
I always enjoyed hearing his perspective on game design. He also had a talent for putting together wonderful in-game events. I still cherish the memories of many events that he had a major part in planning, organizing and executing.
I'm terribly saddened to hear about his passing. My condolences to his family.
Lee
October 17, 2008
I just found out today that i have forever lost a best friend. I will always miss you Jeff...
Matt Regenwether
October 14, 2008
Your presence impacted many. That is what it is all about.
-Zipdai
James Parker
October 10, 2008
I had a met Jeff back when SWG was first entering development. Met him at the Water Tank in NW Austin. Eventually the conversation turned to video games, and I remember, heh he asked me if I’d heard of the Star Wars mmorpg that was under development told him yes and he handed me his business card. I nearly fell out of my chair. Over the years I had many opportunities with chat with him at the bar over many beers.
I can honestly say that I have never met someone as funny and brilliant minded as Jeff. His ideas and ways of thinking when related to game development inspired me. I cant think of how many hours we spent going over ideas and ways of looking in different directions when it came to game development. He was the reason I switched majors in college to game development.
As I continue with school and eventually enter game development as a career, I will be thinking of Jeff often. I hope that in some minor way I can pay tribute to his life through my work.
I just read about his passing tonight. And I dont think I can properly describe how much this has hurt me. He was a damn good friend, and I am honored to have been lucky enough to have known him. His ideas were remarkable, I just wish he would have stayed around to implement and see them come to fruition.
The game development community has lost a brilliant mind, and I many of us have lost an incredible and unique friend. I’m still in shock about this news, will be for some time to come.
My thoughts are with his family, I hope they are able to carry this burden and heal, in due time.
Please feel free to contact me
[email protected]
Steven Anisowicz
October 9, 2008
Thank you for everything you've done for us. I would have never met some of the people I know if it wasn't for all the amazing work you've done in your lifetime. I wish the Freeman family the best as they try to recover from this great loss.
Eric Sebesta
October 7, 2008
I worked with Jeff for almost 7 years, between our shared time at SOE and Spacetime. He was a great guy - smart, insightful, and always quick to laugh. You'll be missed dearly.
Be at peace, Jeff.
Laura "Xymarra" Downs
October 7, 2008
I knew Jeff as Dundee, first from the UO newsgroup and later from our EQ guild.
He was thoughtful, eloquent and strong-willed. He was an advocate for players and very generous with his time. He was always full of ideas and opinions and he expressed them well.
I am so sorry that he is gone.
Luis Carias
October 7, 2008
Jeff made it possible for me to experience my childhood wishes. You cannot say that about many people. Thank you Jeff. You will be missed.
Sara Jensen Schubert
October 4, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Jeff at Spacetime for two years. He was one of the most uniquely talented people I've ever known. I greatly regret missing the chance to say goodbye the last time I saw him. I already miss his insight and fantastic sense of humor.
daniel kidd
October 3, 2008
jeff thank you for all the hours of joy your work brought me.
Alan Korpinen
October 3, 2008
Eternal peace.
Matt "Hally" Darrah
October 3, 2008
Jeff represented the best of what drew me to the hobby of massive online games. He was a good guy out to find a little fun and share it with those around him. I remember fondly his wonderful ability to be cynically humorous yet perfectly friendly. In a time when the Internet was still filling out it's roll as a new medium Jeff didn't lose sight of the fact that real people existed behind our online handles. For me, Jeff Freeman is a solid brick in the foundation of this new medium.
Jason Burnett
October 3, 2008
I didn't know Jeff nearly as well as I had hoped to, but he inspired me to follow my dreams. Rest well Mr. Freeman.
John Watson
October 3, 2008
I worked with Jeff for 5 years at SOE. He was an extremely intelligent and clever guy. His wit was sharp and he could always come up with some awesomely insightful and cutting comment about things. His critiques could simultaneously point out the absurdity of a situation and crack you up about it. He should not be gone already.
Terry Amburgey
October 2, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Patrick Hamilton
October 2, 2008
I never knew Jeff Freeman except for his works. And so I say,
Have mercy upon him; pardon all his transgressions . . . Shelter his soul in the shadow of Thy wings. Make known to him the path of life.
Diane Migliaccio
October 2, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Jeff at SOE on SWG. I am deeply saddened by his death. My sincerest condolences to the family and friends and may you find the strength to get you thru this. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Rest in peace Jeff
Tiggs
R B
October 2, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear about Jeff. I never met him, but he sounds like he would have been fascinating. He will be truly missed in the game world. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Niklas Johansson
October 2, 2008
My most sincere condolences to Jeff's family. I worked with Jeff for many years both at SOE and Spacetime. He was a great friend, co-worker and mentor and will be sorely missed.
Hans
October 2, 2008
I just read about mr. Freeman's passing, my condoleances to his family and friends.
I never knew him, but I really enjoyed his work. He has given me a lot of joy in my life, it makes me sad to know that he lost his. Rest in peace.
Dennis Heffernan
October 2, 2008
I did not know Jeff in real life, of course, but the side of himself he presented in our consensual hallucination was that of a good man. He was highly intelligent, well-spoken with a good sense of humor. He was firm in his opinions, unwavering when convinced of his rightness (which he usually was), but lacked the confrontational and competitive attitude so often seen (especially from me). As a gamer, he was exactly the kind of player you would want in your group or guild. Skilled and competent, yet never focused on mechanics, he would never denigrate another player’s performance or choices in character design or strategy or such. He was a good conversationalist, not the kind to game for long stretches without saying a word, and always good for a humorous bon mot or three every night. Jeff never lost sight of the fact that while the characters and world might be virtual, the people, social connections and emotions were all very real.
Jeff’s strengths gave him what I have found to be the quality possessed by the best people in my life, the complimentary differences that challenged me to become a better person. I wish I could say that I have lived up to that challenge.
Requiescat in pace.
Bob Edwards
October 1, 2008
I will always remember Jeff for his sensitivity and kindness. He always tried to add something positive to the online community we were a part of, and he went way out of his way to try to help many people he had never met cope with disappointment. My prayer now is that his spirit will find peace and that you will find comfort in this time of loss.
Jody Weitzman
October 1, 2008
Jeff, I wish I had known you better. You will be missed.
Gary Gattis
October 1, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Jeff twice, first at SOE and again at Spacetime. It is tragic that he will never know the true impact he made on this world. May he find peace in the next one.
Dave Hughes
October 1, 2008
I got to know Jeff through the blogging community, as he tended to show up at mine to explain why I was wrong, something I came to see he was invariably correct about. He was one of the most brilliant people I've had the pleasure to get to know over the years, and he has definitely left a hole in my life. You have my thoughts, prayers and well-wishes...Jeff is missed.
Damon Waldrip
October 1, 2008
My heart goes out to you, Jeff's family. I am deeply saddened to learn of his death. His wit, insight, and wry humor made him a joy to work with and to be around. I will miss him and his laughter.
Adam MacDonald
October 1, 2008
I had the pleasure of corresponding with Jeff once and he generously mentioned some things I had written. I always thought he was a very fair, interesting and creative person. I also enjoyed very much the work he did. I'm very sad by his passing. My condolences to his friends and family.
Damien Foletto
October 1, 2008
I worked with Jeff while I was at Spacetime and I found him to be very funny and very intelligent. I always enjoyed his comments in our design meetings, too. He had a gift for finding humor in just about anything. The gaming world is lessened with his passing. My heart goes out to all who knew him and my condolences to his family and friends. Rest in Peace Jeff, you will be missed.
Jim "Big Ed" Edwards
October 1, 2008
My condolences to all his family and his many friends.
I've known Jeff for about 10 years, I've never known anyone with as much wit and intelligence in my entire life.
Jeff was a special person, he'll be sorely missed.
Woodsballer
October 1, 2008
Gone but not forgotten, forgiven by Star Wars Galaxies Vets.
Joe D
October 1, 2008
To Jeff's Family my Prayers go with you we will miss Jeff and his blogs.
I still play SWG and its the best game I have ever played on-line. I enjoy what he created it has given me many relaxing hours of fun.
All that call on the name of the LORD shall be saved!
Dallas Dickinson
October 1, 2008
Jeff was one of the smartest, most insightful designers I ever had the pleasure of working with. We've lost a truly great member of the development community.
Janessa Johansson
October 1, 2008
We send our deepest condolences to the family. Niklas and I worked with Jeff on Star Wars Galaxies. He was a brilliant, funny person. He will be missed.
- Niklas and Janessa Johansson
Reece Thornton
October 1, 2008
I worked immediately alongside Jeff as a fellow software designer for the past eight years at two different companies. He had an innate understanding of the complexities of the work we were doing that made his opinions both valuable and highly sought after. More than that, he was a lot of fun to be around. When I tell people that I go to work to hang out with my friends, he's one of key people I was thinking of. He was intelligent, insightful, and had a razor-sharp wit that would make you laugh until your sides hurt. You couldn’t wait for him to say something because it was either going to be the smartest thing you heard all day or was going to crack the whole room up, and it was often both of those things. Although we just recently ended up going to different companies, I never felt that I needed to say a real goodbye because we seemed to keep bumping into each other. The thought that I won’t ever get to hang out with him again stuns and saddens me. I miss him, and my thoughts are with his family.
Tami Baribeau
October 1, 2008
Jeff was a wonderful person and a great friend. He helped me so much personally and professionally, that no thank yous could have really paid him back for the assistance he's given me. He was a brilliantly creative person and I am so sorry for your loss.
Cinco Barnes
October 1, 2008
I am proud to have known Jeff Freeman and to call him my friend. Many of you know that he was a singular talent in the games design business - a dominant creator and technician. But he also brought so much joy, so much humor and insight to his friends. Working with him was an every-day deight. Jeff - I miss you.
Ron L
October 1, 2008
I didn't know Jeff, but I enjoyed his games.
My deepest condolences to his family & friends. May memories bring comfort.
Dimitri (DarthRaiden)
October 1, 2008
My condolences and best wishes to his family.
Rest in peace Jeff and thank you for have create something that had me excited in the past.
Laura Hill
October 1, 2008
I am so sorry for your family's loss. Please know my heartfelt prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Kylrathin
October 1, 2008
Jeff's work on the original version of Star Wars Galaxies was unique and innovative, and the most fun I've ever had in a game. He was a very talented individual, and his talents will be sorely missed. Rest in peace, Jeff, and God bless you and your family in their hour of need.
Michael P.
October 1, 2008
We love you Jeff! We will miss you brother. We all meet again in the end....
Darkstryder
October 1, 2008
God bless you Jeff and your family who will be heart broken right now with your passing.
You were a very talented guy who I will remember for the creature handler system in Star Wars Galaxies which has never been bettered yet in any game and the excellent Jump to light speed expansion.
You earned great respect from us gamers these last few years for the communication you had with us and the humor and truth you brought to the discussion.
I wish the Freeman family all the best in these hard times.
Ken "Almagill" Harvey
October 1, 2008
Jeff brought so much fun and enjoyment to people who to this day probably don't realise just where it all came from.
He'll be sadly missed by those of us who were lucky enough to find out.
Travel well, Dundee.
Rest Easy.
David Levi
October 1, 2008
Very sad to hear of the loss of such a talented individual. I have made many lifetime friends as a result of his creations.
Jestor Rodo
October 1, 2008
The MMO community is deeply sadden by this passing-
I wish to express my solemn wish of peace and prayers for Jeff's family , friends and co-workers.
Kazara
October 1, 2008
I extend my most heartfelt sympathies to Jeff Freeman's family and friends for their loss. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. I did not have the honor of knowing him in person, but I will miss his openess and honesty. The gaming community has lost a very talented, well spoken professional. May his memory give comfort to his loved ones, friends and associates. May he be at peace.
Chris S.
October 1, 2008
With his work he helped people to forget the hardship of life for a few hours. He will be missed.
I know how it feels to lose a loved one ahead of their time.
My thoughts are with his family and I hope the wounds his loss leaves will heal in time.
Karri Hyko
October 1, 2008
Dwayne - we were so sorry to hear that you'd lost your brother. Please know that you and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony Whatley
October 1, 2008
Godspeed to Jeffs family as they pick up the pieces. May Jeff rest in peace.
kefkah SWGRangers.com
October 1, 2008
Your loss is ours as well. He was appreciated and he will be missed in our communities. My thoughts go with the family and my hope for him is peace.
- kefkah
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