Robert W. Freeman, age 67, died unexpectedly on Thursday, February 5, 2015, due to complications after surgery. Bob was born in Janesville, Wisconsin on October 3, 1947, to the late Ronald and Katherine Freeman and resided in Appleton. He married Phyllis Johnson in Janesville on September 6, 1969, and they spent 45 years together. Bob…
Continue ReadingRobert W. Freeman, age 67, died unexpectedly on Thursday, February 5, 2015, due to complications after surgery. Bob was born in Janesville, Wisconsin on October 3, 1947, to the late Ronald and Katherine Freeman and resided in Appleton. He married Phyllis Johnson in Janesville on September 6, 1969, and they spent 45 years together. Bob worked at General Motors for 35 years until his retirement in November of 2003.
Bob was an avid golfer and loved golfing with his sons and grandsons. He had many good times playing in the two golf leagues at Mid-Vallee Golf Course. Like his father, Bob was a lifelong Chicago Bears fan, and he enjoyed many summer evenings taking in ball games of the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers. In past years, Bob loved to travel to play golf in Southern California, Arizona, and Florida. His favorite trips were touring Alaska and most recently, spending a few weeks in the National Parks of the Rocky Mountains. Bob was loved dearly by his family and friends, and he will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Freeman; sons, Todd (Terri Huber) Freeman of Appleton and Rob (Erin Hamlett) Freeman of Winnebago, Illinois; grandchildren: Hayden, Brigham, and Ella Freeman of Appleton and Tobin, Lily, and Eli Freeman of Winnebago. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and parents-in-law, Harold and Jean Johnson.
Funeral services for Bob will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2015, at FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 325 East Franklin Street, Appleton, with Rev. Markus Wegenast officiating. A time of visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made for a memorial in Bob's name to First United Methodist Church or the Mid-Vallee Golf Course Bench Program. Online condolences may be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com.
Bob's family would like to thank the owners, staff, and friends at Mid-Vallee Golf Course for their many years of kindness and friendship.
Ann and Doug Squire
left a message on February 17, 2015:
Phyllis/Todd/Terri ---- I am trying to find your addresses to send you personal notes. I have decided to use this and hope you will locate it. We certainly know how close all of you were as a family and he was king pin!!! Hope it helps to know that people do care and hurt for you. We do have a new address 4343 Huntington Ave Janesville 53546. If you are in town, we would love to see you. Special vibes for your loss. Doug and Ann Squire
Rita Yankton
left a message on February 13, 2015:
Phyllis & family,
So sorry to hear about Bob. It\'s been a long time since seeing any of the family but do remember all those years of our sons growing up together. Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Rita & Stewart Yankton
Nancy christofferson
left a message on February 9, 2015:
Dear Phyllis, I was so sad to see the news in the paper about Bob. I send prayers and a big hug to you and your family today. May God Bless all of you ...Love, Nancy Christofferson
Andy and Kora Hanson
left a message on February 9, 2015:
Todd and Rob,
I was saddened to here the news of your Dad this afternoon. We were Family growing up together with great memories. I wish we were able to attend the service. It has been much too long my friends. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Myrna Robinson-Rudolph
left a message on February 9, 2015:
Phylis and family:
I'm so sorry to hear about your husband/father. I worked with your mother for years here in Janesville and we always talked about retirement and life after the Rock. Phylis, just know I'm thinking of you and praying for you during this time. Please take care and May God watch over you and your family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Jack & Judy Lewis
left a message on February 9, 2015:
Bob will be greatly missed both as my friend and golf partner. Our prayers and well wishes go out to Phylis and the boys.
Niece and Godchild Lynn
left a message on February 9, 2015:
Just so everyone knows Robert had 2 sisters, 5 nieces and 2 nephews. He may not admit that but god knows that is the TRUTH.
Annette Vierck
left a message on February 8, 2015:
Phyllis,Todd, and Rob,
Our Todd called this morning to tell us of this sad news,prayers and hugs to all of you and your families. God Bless Bob and all of his family.
Love,Dick & Annette,Todd & Sudha, and Jeremy
Joel & Joyce
left a message on February 8, 2015:
Our very deepest sympaty to you Phyliss and the boys. We wil keep you in our prayers and thoughts. Joel & Joyce
Mary Johnson
left a message on February 8, 2015:
Rest in Peace Silly Uncle Bob
Todd, Terri & Kids
left a message on February 8, 2015:
We would like to thank everyone who has shown our family such compassion, kindness, and love over the last few days. Dad is sorely missed, and his absence is painful as our family gathers to celebrate his life. We miss the twinkle in his smiling eyes, his love of a good laugh, and the deep affection he had for the family he and Mom enjoyed so dearly. Thank you all for your continuing love and support.
Kathy & Pete VanDeHey
left a message on February 7, 2015:
Our sympathy goes out to Phyllis, Todd, Rob, and the rest of the family. Bob was such an asset to our Mid Vallee Golf Course family. Words can't express how saddened we are over the loss of such a great customer and friend. There will definitely be a void in our Monday & Tuesday Senior Leagues.
Rob Freeman
left a message on February 7, 2015:
Dad , I never imagined this day happening for a long, long time. You are missed more then you will ever know. I love you so much and you meant the world to me. You and I had such great memories together that I will cherish forever Love you Dad.
Rob
Matthew Paul Johnson
left a message on February 7, 2015:
I'm heartbroken for my Aunt Phyllis, Cousins Todd and Rob, their
families and our extended family over the loss of my Uncle Bob. It is
hard to put into words all of the things Uncle Bob meant to us. The
biggest thing I can mention about his relationship with me personally is he accepted me for who I am. I learned
about my Uncle Bob by doing things with him. He is irreplaceable. My
Uncle Bob and Aunt Phyllis were incredible partners. I ask God's
Blessing on my relatives. I am blessed to have had Uncle Bob in my life. There just aren't enough words. I love you Uncle Bob and our
whole family is going to miss you dearly.
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Ann and Doug Squire
left a message on February 17, 2015:
Phyllis/Todd/Terri ---- I am trying to find your addresses to send you personal notes. I have decided to use this and hope you will locate it. We certainly know how close all of you were as a family and he was king pin!!! Hope it helps to know that people do care and hurt for you. We do have a new address 4343 Huntington Ave Janesville 53546. If you are in town, we would love to see you. Special vibes for your loss. Doug and Ann Squire
Rita Yankton
left a message on February 13, 2015:
Phyllis & family,
So sorry to hear about Bob. It\'s been a long time since seeing any of the family but do remember all those years of our sons growing up together. Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Rita & Stewart Yankton
Nancy christofferson
left a message on February 9, 2015:
Dear Phyllis, I was so sad to see the news in the paper about Bob. I send prayers and a big hug to you and your family today. May God Bless all of you ...Love, Nancy Christofferson
Andy and Kora Hanson
left a message on February 9, 2015:
Todd and Rob,
I was saddened to here the news of your Dad this afternoon. We were Family growing up together with great memories. I wish we were able to attend the service. It has been much too long my friends. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Myrna Robinson-Rudolph
left a message on February 9, 2015:
Phylis and family:
I'm so sorry to hear about your husband/father. I worked with your mother for years here in Janesville and we always talked about retirement and life after the Rock. Phylis, just know I'm thinking of you and praying for you during this time. Please take care and May God watch over you and your family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Jack & Judy Lewis
left a message on February 9, 2015:
Bob will be greatly missed both as my friend and golf partner. Our prayers and well wishes go out to Phylis and the boys.
Niece and Godchild Lynn
left a message on February 9, 2015:
Just so everyone knows Robert had 2 sisters, 5 nieces and 2 nephews. He may not admit that but god knows that is the TRUTH.
Annette Vierck
left a message on February 8, 2015:
Phyllis,Todd, and Rob,
Our Todd called this morning to tell us of this sad news,prayers and hugs to all of you and your families. God Bless Bob and all of his family.
Love,Dick & Annette,Todd & Sudha, and Jeremy
Joel & Joyce
left a message on February 8, 2015:
Our very deepest sympaty to you Phyliss and the boys. We wil keep you in our prayers and thoughts. Joel & Joyce
Mary Johnson
left a message on February 8, 2015:
Rest in Peace Silly Uncle Bob
Todd, Terri & Kids
left a message on February 8, 2015:
We would like to thank everyone who has shown our family such compassion, kindness, and love over the last few days. Dad is sorely missed, and his absence is painful as our family gathers to celebrate his life. We miss the twinkle in his smiling eyes, his love of a good laugh, and the deep affection he had for the family he and Mom enjoyed so dearly. Thank you all for your continuing love and support.
Kathy & Pete VanDeHey
left a message on February 7, 2015:
Our sympathy goes out to Phyllis, Todd, Rob, and the rest of the family. Bob was such an asset to our Mid Vallee Golf Course family. Words can't express how saddened we are over the loss of such a great customer and friend. There will definitely be a void in our Monday & Tuesday Senior Leagues.
Rob Freeman
left a message on February 7, 2015:
Dad , I never imagined this day happening for a long, long time. You are missed more then you will ever know. I love you so much and you meant the world to me. You and I had such great memories together that I will cherish forever Love you Dad.
Rob
Matthew Paul Johnson
left a message on February 7, 2015:
I'm heartbroken for my Aunt Phyllis, Cousins Todd and Rob, their
families and our extended family over the loss of my Uncle Bob. It is
hard to put into words all of the things Uncle Bob meant to us. The
biggest thing I can mention about his relationship with me personally is he accepted me for who I am. I learned
about my Uncle Bob by doing things with him. He is irreplaceable. My
Uncle Bob and Aunt Phyllis were incredible partners. I ask God's
Blessing on my relatives. I am blessed to have had Uncle Bob in my life. There just aren't enough words. I love you Uncle Bob and our
whole family is going to miss you dearly.
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