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Emerson Freese Obituary
Freese Jr.
Emerson LeRoy "Chip" Freese Jr., 57, of Jim Thorpe, passed away suddenly on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019. He was the husband of Karen Kathleen Keller-Freese.
Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Emerson L. Freese Sr. and Lorraine (Moser) Freese.
Emerson was an avid fly fisherman, a staunch debater, an amazing handyman, a wrestler and a great humanitarian to all who knew him. He was a gifted artist who viewed his talents as a gift from God. He tithed his talent to share the Good News.
Emerson was a brilliant artist who founded Out of the Blue II.
He was the best husband, father and Pop Pop in the world. He will be dearly missed.
Surviving in addition to his widow are three daughters, Brittany Freese, wife of Chris Jorge, Jessica Hafer, wife of Steve Hafer, and Mary Conicelli; a son, Daniel Conicelli, husband of Kelly; six grandchildren, Daviel Nevaeh, Jack James, Matthew Daniel, Steven Michael Jr., Zachary George and Daisy James; two sisters, Sandra Manwiller-Batutis, wife of Patrick, and Kim Rehm, wife of Ralph; and numerous extended loving family members and friends.
Service: Funeral service 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 1, Christ Christian Center Church, 305 White St., Weissport. Committal will follow at Packerton Cemetery, Lehighton. Visitation 9:30-10:45 a.m. Friday in church. If able, please bring a dish to share for a potluck meal at the church following the committal.
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Memories and Condolences
for Emerson Freese
Ronald zdunowski
April 29, 2023
Emerson from a good friend we all miss your painting wish you were still here doing them
Lerissa Newman
February 25, 2019
Uncle(whom i grew up )knowing... it doesnt seem real! Continued prayers for your family. Glad to know the promise of getting to see him again one day. Until then he is rejoicing with my Nana and Papaw
February 4, 2019
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15) ~JW
Lenny Shoemaker
February 2, 2019
My brother my brother my brother The world lost a very great person in all aspects of life I'm truly sorry for Karen and the kids but we gain a powerful angel to lobby on our behalf in God's kingdom Till we meet again rest in peace.
my brother
Lenny Shoemaker
February 2, 2019
My brother my brother my brother The world lost a very great person in all aspects of life I'm truly sorry for Karen and the kids but we gain a powerful angel to lobby on our behalf in God's kingdom Till we meet again rest in peace.
my brother
Angela Page
February 1, 2019
Karen, I am so very sorry to hear that Emerson has passed. Graham and I send our very deepest condolences and we feel very lucky that we got to make Emerson and your acquaintance, if only for a short period, while we visited Jim
Thorpe, Emerson was a lively, fun, friendly and happy man that felt great to be around and I'm
Sure he will be so missed by all those that loved and knew him. May he Rest In Peace.
We hope to see you again.
With Sympathy,
Angela & Graham
February 1, 2019
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15) ~JW
Jennifer Dages
January 31, 2019
Emerson was a good neighbor. We will miss his cheery face around the neighborhood and his friendly hellos. It was also nice to know that if you had a significant need Emerson would do what he could to help. I remember one time I stopped down and asked him to pray for me with a health issue going on and he was very willing and ready to help. Emerson will be missed.
Linda (step cousin) Allend
January 31, 2019
I was so sad to hear of Chip's passing. He was such a talented artist, and a really nice guy. My sincere condolences to his Wife, Karen, their daughters and his sisters, Sandra and Kim. RIP
January 30, 2019
MAY GOD BLESS EMERSON A GREAT LOVING AND SHARING PERSON,HE WIL BE MISSED BY ALL
Timothy Engleman
January 30, 2019
I am very saddened at the loss of Emerson Chip Freese. Truly talented as an artist and person. I got to know Chip back in the 70's, as we attended the same church at that time. Chip will certainly be missed by his family and all who knew him. May God Bless Your Family and Loved Ones. May God Welcome Emerson Chip Freese into His Eternal Kingdom!
Earl Stufflet
January 30, 2019
Emerson was an unbelievably talented artist. We just talked with him at The Motorsports Show when he donated posters for The Reading Fairgrounds Historical Society to sell. He was in good spirits and we joked about the name on his shirt. You have our deepest sympathies. Earl Stufflet. Vice president/ RFRHS
Mimi Shurr Geddis
January 30, 2019
I am shocked by the loss of Emerson "Chip" Freese. He was one of the greatest art students I had in my 35 year career at Exeter Twp. SHS. The works he produced both in school and during his professional career were stunning and remarkable, most especially the paintings of nature and animals. I am so sad in the knowledge I will never see you or your creations again. I am heartbroken but I know that you are now in the arms of the Lord who gave you your incredible talents and the Lord you so loved! RIP dearest Chip.
I pray that your family will be comforted and the pain they feel be healed and replaced with memories of wonderful times spent together and in the beauty you created.
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