George J. Freeman

George Joseph Freeman, born on September 4, 1931, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, at the age of 94. George was the beloved husband of the late Catherine Freeman and the devoted father of Regina Mazzoli (Julio Mazzoli), Susan Flanagan (Patrick Flanagan), Nancy Gunther (Randy Gunther), and the late Walter Freeman. He was the cherished grandfather of Katie Flanagan, Peter Mazzoli (Megan Mazzoli), Kelly Flanagan (Alex Flanagan), Lauren Zavala (Mitch Zavala), Robert Gunther (Ashley Gunther), and Nicholas Gunther (Sunny Gunther), and a caring great-grandfather to Ellie Gunther, Rafaella Zavala, and Levi Gunther. He was the dear son of the late Walter and Agnes Freeman, and the beloved brother of Judy Laurie and the late Tom Freeman, John Freeman, Mary Sutherland, David Freeman, and Larry Freeman. George is also survived by many beloved extended family members and unforgettable friends. During his working years, George dedicated his life to education as a High School Guidance Counselor and Coach at Cobleskill Central School, where he made a lasting impact on countless students and athletes. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from SUNY Brockport, laying the foundation for a career marked by mentorship, leadership, and compassion. George lived a full and vibrant life. He was an avid runner, bowler, dancer, golfer, reader, skier, and farmer. He loved coaching and traveling, and he even earned his pilot’s license. His enthusiasm for life led him to participate in multiple marathons, the National Senior Olympics and the Novi Senior Golf League, where he continued to inspire others through his energy and optimism. A man of deep faith, George was a lifelong Catholic whose spirituality guided him throughout his life. His faith gave him strength, purpose, and comfort. Visitation will be held at St. James Catholic Church in Novi, Michigan, on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. until the Funeral Mass begins at 10:00 a.m. There will be a eulogy for George beginning shortly before the Funeral Mass. There will also be a livestream available for the Funeral Mass. Click Here to view the livestream when the Funeral Mass begins. In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory may be made to the Walter A. Freeman Memorial Scholar Athlete Award, a fund that was set up to honor George’s late son Walter. Checks can be made payable to: C-RCSD Please write on the memo line: Walter A Freeman Award Donations can be mailed to: C/O Tracy Ferguson Secretary at CRCS Highschool 1353 State Rte 7 P.O. Box 490 Richmondville, NY, 12149 George’s final place of rest will be at Cobleskill Rural Cemetery in New York, where he will be laid to rest with his beloved wife Catherine and his cherished son Walter. His warmth, kindness, and enduring spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

George J. Freeman

September 4, 1931 - November 6, 2025