Jack Thomas "Tom" Freeman, 73, of Rocky Point passed from his earthly life on Friday, October 23, 2015 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCare Center in Wilmington surrounded by family with love.
He was born March 3, 1942 in Yuma County, Arizona, the son of the late Jack Thomas and Mildred White Freeman. Also lovingly remembered are his son, Bill Freeman and brother, Dennis Freeman both who preceded Tom in death.
Tom is survived by his loving wife, Juanita Turner Freeman of the home; children, Donna Freeman Lane (Brian) of Burgaw, Mike Freeman (Cindy) of Burgaw, Kerry Freeman of Winnabow and Joseph Freeman of Wilmington; step-children, David Hancock (Christy) of Kelly and Beth Grover (Steve) of Burgaw; 14 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; brothers, Pete and Danny Freeman; sisters, Jean Lockett, Julie Roberts, Gayle Collins, Kathleen Scheifer and many nieces and nephews.
Tom was a devoted husband and a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother. He lived his life based on Christian principles and instilled Christian values in his children. He was dedicated to his community and was always willing to volunteer as a football and basketball coach. Tom enjoyed being outdoors especially when he was hunting, fishing, camping or riding horses. He was a well respected as a concrete contractor due to his extensive knowledge in this field. Tom will be fondly remembered and dearly missed.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, October 27, 2015, at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel. Celebration of Life will be at 2:00pm on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with The Reverend E. J. Highsmith and The Reverend Mark Murphy officiating.
In lieu of flowers the family would like you to consider a memorial gift to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 2840.
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The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, October 27, 2015, at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel. Celebration of Life will be at 2:00pm on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with The Reverend E. J. Highsmith and The Reverend Mark Murphy officiating.