Shari Gaye Freeman

1962 - 2024

Shari Gaye Freeman obituary, 1962-2024, Athens, TN

Shari Gaye Freeman

1962 - 2024

BORN

1962

DIED

2024

Shari Freeman Obituary

Visit the Companion Funeral & Cremation Service - Athens website to view the full obituary.

Shari Brooks Freeman, age 62, of Etowah, Tennessee, passed away on November 30, 2024. Born on November 17, 1962, she was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Willa May Brooks, as well as her first husband, Doug Wilson, and her second husband, Robert Freeman.

Shari was known for her love of family, friends, and her zest for life. She had an incredible ability to make friends wherever she went and cherished every moment spent with loved ones.

She is survived by her children: Art (Amy) Wilson, Keith (Jessica) Wilson, and Christopher (Kayla) Freeman. She deeply loved her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews and treasured the time she spent with each of them.

A memorial service to honor Shari's life will be held on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 5:00-7:00 PM at the Etowah Church of Christ in Etowah, Tennessee.

Shari will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her warmth, kindness, and ability to bring joy to others will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved her.

You are invited to share a personal memory of Shari or your condolences with her family at her online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Athens and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Companion Funeral & Cremation Service - Athens

400 S White Street, Athens, TN 37303

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