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Dr. Eldridge Freeman Jr., Ph.D

Eldridge Freeman Obituary

Freeman Jr. Ph.D., Dr. Eldridge T. 91, made his transition on June 4, 2017. Beloved husband of 59 years to the late Janice Meadows Freeman; loving father of Joyce Freeman Baker and Eldridge III. Wake on Saturday, June 17 at 10:00 a.m., St. Dorothy Catholic Parish, 450 E. 78th St. Memorial service at 11:00 a.m. at St. Dorothy.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 14, 2017.

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Lorenzo Paredes

December 20, 2024

Dr. Freeman was a very good friend and colleague during my years as the Director of the University Without Walls at Chicago State University. I remember him as a very friendly, supportive faculty advisor to my students, several of whom graduated under our collaborative association. He provided advisement in the field of business and administration, while I provided administrative direction and support. Eldridge and I had many pleasant and creative moments. Unfortunately, I lost track of him after I left CSU in 1985 to work in health care administration at Cook County Hospital. Mr. Freeman is one of several faculty members who helped make my job easier while at CSU, and I am in his debt, and will always remember him with warmth and gratitude.

Shermaine C Miles

October 29, 2020

To the family of Dr. Freeman,

I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Freeman.

Dr. Freeman was one of the best professors and Chair of the Business and Administration department at Chicago State University. In addition, under his sponsorship of Phi Beta Lambda, I benefited from his knowledge as an authentic leader.

May God continue to comfort you in your time of grief.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Shermaine C. Sewell-Miles
Educator and Former Student of CSU

William Banks

June 11, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Remember he Lives in You, Bro and Sis. Continue to live and Represent. Your Brother, William E. Banks

Marlon Conway

May 8, 2019

One of my greatest professors at Chicago State University. Now Im an doctor of education. Marlon Conway

June 16, 2017

JUNE 17, 2017
T0: THE FAMILY OF BROTHER ELDRIDGE T. FREEMAN
The Indianapolis Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi offer our deepest and sincere condolences. Brother Freeman's impact to the development of our fraternity at all levels has been truly amazing!
In this unhappy hour, I am reminded of the book of John, which states "Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears my word and believes Him who sent me, has eternal life; he does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life." I pray that these words offer comfort to you as Brother Freeman experiences the joy and comfort of being in the presence of God.
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that the Brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi stand with you in your sorrow. May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.



Todd Finnell Myron E. El Sr.
Polemarch Chaplain
Indianapolis Alumni Chapter Indianapolis Alumni
Kappa Alpha Psi Kappa Alpha Psi

Vanessa Brownlee

June 16, 2017

My condolences to the family. Rest in peace Mr. Freeman.

June 14, 2017

It's with deep sympathy I send this message to your family. Please be comforted in knowing that God is waiting to heal your broken hearts. RH

June 14, 2017

Condolences to the family of Dr. Freeman.
May the God of all comfort strengthen you at this time.

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