of Paris, AR
November 27, 1945 - January 15, 2023
R.C. "Bob" Freeman, 77, died Sunday, January 15, 2023 at the Magnolia Regional Medical Center. He was born in Paris on November 27, 1945 to the late Otis and Claire Freeman. Bob graduated from Paris High School in 1963 and attended Arkansas Tech University. He married Mary Beth Barber in the spring of 1966. He joined the Navy and Mary Beth and Chad joined him in California from 1966-1968. He was on the USS Kearsarge during the Vietnam War. After he was discharged, he worked as a salesman in several places. Like his dad, he was a natural salesman. His outgoing personality was a major asset.
Along with his parent, he was preceded in death by his sister, Emma Lou Freeman Truscott.
He is survived by his son, Chad Cox Freeman and his wife, Rita of Paris. He is also survived by his sister, Margaret Freeman Pearson of Russellville. And he has several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Thursday, January 19, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
The funeral service will be held at 10:00 Friday morning at Roller Funeral Home in Paris followed by burial in Ellsworth Cemetery near Midway, Arkansas.
Pallbearers will be David Freeman, Jeff Snider, Jerry Freeman, Mike Moore, Mitchell Ford and Rodger James.
Honorary pallbearers will be Billy Schwartz and John Pearson.
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15 Condolence(s)
Neal Wade
Friday, January 20, 2023
Chad
You are in my thoughts and prayers
Your Dad has always been a great guy!
Will be missed by many.
Neal and Tamara Wade
Deanna Wright
Friday, January 20, 2023
Chad so sorry for the loss of Bob. I have many wonderful memories of the times spent with Bob thru out the years. He was a special friend, lived life to the fullest and loved you dearly. Praying for peace and comfort for you at this time.
Jack and Joyce Keith
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Papa Jack and I are so very sorry for the loss of your father. Just know that you have a large support system. You have been a great son and your father will always be with you. We are always here for you.
Michael Stinnett
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Chad so sorry to hear about your Dad. Love you brother.
Sharon Trusty Kronberger
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Margeret, I am so sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. He was one of the kindest persons I ever knew, a joy to be with, and always smiled and made others smile. It was an honor to know him, I will never forget him. Prayers for you and the family.
Wes McCubbin
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Chad so sorry to hear of Bobby’s passing . He was definitely one of a kind . Always enjoyed visiting with him . I bet he is up there singing “just a bowl of butter beans “ he will be missed by so many. thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family buddy .
June Shirley Gilbreath
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
So very sorry for your loss, Margaret. May God wrap you in his loving arms and comfort you.
Lori and Buck
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Chad, Buck and I are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers
Lorene Kennon Hollingsworth
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
It is sad to see my classmates gone from this life, but I hope Bob will reside with God
Larry and Gloria Lievsay
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Chad, Larry and I want to express our deepest sympathy. God Bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Carol Trusty
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Dear Margaret, I am so sorry to read about your brother’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you sweet friend!
Millissia Jones
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Chad I am so sorry for your loss. He lived a full life and enjoyed it all. Cherish all of those memories.
Charles and Brenda Knoles
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Sure will miss my friend and classmate. Prayers for this family
James Atchison
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
Bob was a very good friend of mine!! We spent many hrs together in the past!
I visited him in Little Rock Veterans hospital and Bob Recieved Jesus as his lord and savior! Amen
God bless you my Brother see you in Heaven
Darlene (Moore) Green
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Bobby. I have known him since the 50s he was a really nice guy...
May God give you the peace & comfort at this difficult time of loss...prayers for the family