Passed away in the presence of his loving family after a short illness at Dr. G B Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville, Ronald Freeman Chatman of Canning’s Cove, aged 74 years. Predeceased by his parents Theresa and Joseph Chatman; sister Brenda Chatman Tucker and brother David Chatman. Leaving to mourn his sad loss are sisters Jessie Chatman, O’Mahony Manor, Clarenville, Mabel Crocker, Glovertown, Minnie Roach, Clarenville Retirement Centre, Judy Pike (Hayward), Charleston, Ada Brown, Musgravetown, Betty Chatman (Dave Dawe), Upper Gullies; brothers Donald (Linda), Canning’s Cove, Joseph (Irene), Clarenville; sister-in-law Rosalie Chatman, Canning’s Cove; brother-in-law Lester Tucker, Clarenville; Also his loving partner Keer and his family in Thailand and numerous nieces, nephews and friends near and far. Cremation will take place and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Freeman or “Simon” as he was known grew up in Canning’s Cove, attended University and became a teacher. He taught in many places in Newfoundland, the coast of Labrador, Nova Scotia and he spent the majority of his teaching years in British Columbia. After retirement he relocated to Thailand where he spent many happy years with his partner Keer. Simon was an avid painter and writer of poems and children’s books.
Gone but not forgotten, you are so loved and sadly missed. May the Lord hold you forever in his arms – until we meet again.
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Doreen Keats says
February 6, 2021 at 6:38 pmMy sincere condolences to the family
Kay & Eugene Stead says
February 6, 2021 at 7:26 pmOur condolences to the family our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Judy Parsons says
February 9, 2021 at 1:39 pmSo sorry to hear about Freeman..Have known him for almost 45 years..God bless his partner and family
Harvey Chatman says
February 6, 2021 at 10:47 pmRIP Free. Remembering the young days and good times.
Sherry says
February 7, 2021 at 11:21 amRest In peace uncle Free (Simon). We will certainly miss him. I will cherish our conversations, messages & all his beautiful poetry. Condolences to all his dear sisters, brothers & to his partner Keer & family in Thailand. May God be with him.
Marilyn Dawe says
February 7, 2021 at 11:24 amBetty so sorry to hear of your Brothers passing Condolences to you and all your Family.
Edna & Clarence Piercey says
February 7, 2021 at 3:13 pmCondolences to the whole family. He was such an awesome guy.
Rest easy young man. You will be missed.
Yvonne Greening says
February 7, 2021 at 7:29 pmMy sincere condolences to the family. I have many fond memories of our school days. May he Rest In Peace.
Sheila Estey says
February 9, 2021 at 10:17 amSorry to hear of Freeman’s passing. My condolences to all the family.
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