Preston Freeman, Sr

Cheraw, SC

Mr. Preston Randolph “Bud” Freeman, Sr., age 82, entered into rest on Monday, January 23, 2017 at his home. A Celebration of Life Service will be 11:00 AM Saturday, January 28, 2017 at Zoar United Methodist Church by Pastor Ed Traxler. The family will greet friends from 10:00 - 11:00 AM prior to the service in the church sanctuary.

Mr. Freeman was born January 4, 1935 in Morven, NC a son of the late Will and Lillie Moore Freeman. He was a graduate of Zoar High School and was a member of the SC Army National Guard with over 20 years of service. Mr. Freeman was a faithful member of Zoar United Methodist Church and served on various committees throughout the years. He worked with Winn Dixie for many years and retired as meat manager. Bud was a loyal member of the Old – Timer’s Club of Bojangles in Cheraw. He enjoyed spending time with his family, watching westerns, and was an avid NASCAR fan.

In addition to his parents, Bud was also preceded in death his son, Preston Randolph “Randy” Freeman, Jr.; brother, William C. Freeman, Jr.; and sister, Juanita Davis Tucker.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 60 years, Mary Beth R. Freeman of the home; daughter, Betsy (Greg) Roumillat of Summerville, SC; 2 sisters, Annelle F. Teal of Chesterfield, SC and Sylvia (Bob) Campbell – Cline of Cheraw, SC; 5 sisters-in-law, Rachel R. King and Peggy D. Robeson both of Chesterfield, SC, Rebecca R. Burch of Jefferson, SC, Helen R. Moore of McLeansville, NC, and Betty B. Freeman of Rock Hill, SC; also numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family cordially requests that memorials be made to Zoar United Methodist Church “Backpack Ministry”, c/o Debbie Foote, 2472 Zoar Road, Cheraw, SC 29520.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield, SC
(www.mrcfuneralhome.com) is serving the Freeman Family.