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George H. Freeman |
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The death of George H. Freeman, one of Fremont's most respected citizens and a pioneer of Michigan, occurred at his home on Elm Street after an illness which lasted several weeks. He was 80 years old.
Mr. Freeman was born in Auburn, NY on October 15, 1834. There were four girls and four boys in his father's family, two of the girls dying in infancy.
In 1843, the family moved to Michigan. The household effects were shipped to Jackson which was then the railroad terminus.
Mr. Freeman, with his wife, joined the Methodist Episcopal Church at Irving, and were faithful members of the denomination. He was a member of the Fremont church since 1882 and held the offices of trustee and steward, and taught the Bible class in the Sunday school for 20 years.
Mr. Freeman was one of Fremont's best citizens and was held high in the esteem of the entire community. He was missed by his many friends.
He was survived by one daughter, Mrs. J.J. Lamoreaux, a brother and sister and three granddaughters. Mrs. Geo. Monroe, Mrs. Thos McBride and Mrs. O.G. Cederquist; also seven great grandchildren. Mrs. Freeman passed away June 20, 1906.
The funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon at the Methodist church, Rev. J.F. Bowerman, pastor of the church, officiating, assisted by Rev. E.F. Bell. The remains were laid to rest at Maple Grove Cemetery.
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