Kent A. Freeman Obituary (1938 - 2022)

Kent A. Freeman, age 83, of Harborcreek, was lovingly surrounded by his family when he passed away at his home on Monday, January 10, 2022. He was born in Lawrence Park on November 28, 1938, son of the late Van Lloyd and Margaret Freeman. Kent was a 1956 graduate of Wesleyville High School and had his first tour in the US Navy with his twin brother in 1956. He then worked several years at Haysite Mfg. Kent re-enlisted in the US Navy, serving from 1969 until his retirement in 1984. He had a tour of duty in Antarctica, supporting a scientific mission. He was also based in Japan, California and South Carolina. Kent was well respected and had many letters of commendation for his service to our country. Following the service, Kent worked for the US Post Office for 10 years, retiring in 1997. He loved sports and was an avid fan of the Cleveland Browns and Indians. Kent was endearing to his family for his love and affection to them and will be remembered for telling corny jokes to his grandchildren and for his fun fly swatter collection. Kent is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ethel Freeman; four children, Cheryl Campbell, Kent Allen Freeman (Kathy), Dianne Jackson (Scott) and Denise Asper; one sister, Marilyn Coleman; five grandchildren, Hannah Thompson (Jacob), Aaron Jackson (Rikki), Seth Jackson (Maddie), Jacob Asper, and Dandelion Asper; two stepsons, Ryan and Jason; two great-grandchildren, Lincoln and Gianna and one soon to be born; and nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Kent was preceded in death by three brothers, Van, Larry, and Kent's twin, Keith Freeman. Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 2607 Buffalo Rd., on Saturday from 10 am until the time of the Funeral Service there at 11 am conducted by Rev. David Miles. Interment will follow at Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery with Military Honors rendered by the American Legion Carl Neff Post 571. Memorial contributions may be made to Camp Judson, 398 Holliday Rd, North Springfield, PA 16430 or Liberty House for Veterans c/o EUMA, 1033 East 26th Street, Erie PA 16504. CLICK HERE TO PRINT THIS PAGE SHARE TO SOCIAL MEDIA OR EMAIL