Obituaries

December 7, 1919 to October 15, 2017

NORTH JUDSON - Mary Louise Freeman, 97, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 15, at Pulaski Health Care Center, Winamac.

Shewas born Dec. 7, 1919 in Knox, to Chester and Ermal Pettis. She married Herbert E. Freeman of Winamac on Sept. 13, 1940.

She is survived by her son Anthony Freeman of Everett, Wash. She was preceded in death by her sister Eileen, her parents and her husband of very nearly 72 years, Herb.

Mrs. Freeman graduated from Knox High School, Class of 1937. Following graduation, she worked as a secretary at Taitel's Garment Factory in Knox for several years. When her husband enlisted in the Army Air Corps in 1943, she followed him to Phoenix where he was undergoing his advanced training at Luke Field, and got a job as a secretary on base. At the end of World War II, she returned home to Knox and awaited Herb's discharge. Several years later, the couple moved to North Judson and bought Modern Chevrolet from Roy Eichstadt and together they ran that business until their retirement in 1984. In particular, she was the unofficial "social coordinator" during each and every new car model show for their entire career. Mrs. Freeman was active in the community, and was a member of Eastern Star and the American Legion Auxiliary. She loved being with friends and family, entertaining, rooting for NJSPHS basketball, playing cribbage and traveling. She will be remembered by those who knew her for her graciousness, kindness and warm heart.

Per Mary Louise's and Herb's wishes, an American Legion graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. (CT), Saturday, Nov. 4, at Highland Cemetery in North Judson.

In lieu of flowers, friends may express condolences via memorial contributions to the North Judson San Pierre High School Athletic Department or the Starke County Historical Society.

Arrangements entrusted to O'Donnell Funeral Home, North Judson.