R.C. (Bob) Freeman

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Roller Funeral Home
1700 E. Walnut
Paris, AR  72855
Thursday, January 19, 2023
5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Roller Funeral Home Chapel
1700 E. Walnut Street
Paris, AR  72855
Friday, January 20, 2023
10:00 a.m.
Cemetery
Ellsworth Cemetery
Ellsworth Road
Subiaco, AR  72865
I served in the Navy.

R.C. (Bob) FreemanI am a Veteran.

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
Paris, AR
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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
Paris, AR
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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
Paris, AR
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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
Paris, AR
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Thursday, January 19, 2023

Chad so sorry to hear about your Dad. Love you brother.

Sharon Trusty Kronberger
Russellville, AR
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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
Paris, AR
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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
Paris, AR
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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
Paris, AR
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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
Springdale, AR
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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
Paris, AR
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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
Russellville, AR
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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
Paris, AR
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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
Paris, AR
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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Sure will miss my friend and classmate. Prayers for this family

James Atchison
Paris, AR
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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
Hackett, AR
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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