Obituary of Darrell Charles Freeman

Darrell Charles Freeman, 84, of Fairmont, passed away on Friday, December 30, 2016, at the Fairmont Health and Rehabilitation Center. Darrell was born on May 30, 1932, a son of the late Herman and Nina Hayhurst Freeman. He is survived by his loving wife, Doris Ruth Stevens Freeman. In addition to his wife, Darrell is survived by a son, David Freeman and his wife Veronica “Rocky” of Cutler, OH; a step-son, David Kittle and his wife Cathy of Fairmont; two grandchildren, Gage and Jacob Freeman; a step-grandson, David E. Kittle and a nephew, Jerry Freeman and his wife Barbara. In addition to his parents, Darrell was preceded in death by a son, Steven Freeman and his brother, Thomas Freeman. Darrell was a graduate of East Fairmont High School and attended Fairmont State College. He worked as a maintenance machinist for Philips Lighting Co. and was a member of the Church of Christ. Darrell enjoyed golf, bowling, and tennis and was quite competitive. He was an avid Mountaineer fan, was crazy about his grandchildren, and loved his beloved dog, Buffy. The family requests memorial contributions be made in Darrell’s memory to the Marion County Soup Opera, 425 Quincy St., Fairmont, WV 26554. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, January 3, 2017, at 1 p.m. at Grandview Memorial Gardens in Fairmont. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.FORDFUNERALHOMES.com.