I miss you! Alex and Mare are told many stories about you so that they know you also. So many memories!
Know that you are loved and held in many hearts!
Meribeth
*The Background song on this site is "Wishing Well" composed and performed by Suzanne's son David C. Freeman
INFORMATION
Memorial Service Information - WATCH THE MEMORIAL VIDEO
The memorial service was held on Friday, August 19, 2011 at 11:00 AM
Samulseon Chapel, California Lutheran University
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The Freeman Family would like to send their heartfelt thanks to all those who attended or watched the service. The service was streamed LIVE across the internet. It was also recorded and is available here for those that were unable to attend or watch.
OBITUARY
Suzanne Louise Freeman of Westlake Village, California, died suddenly on August 11, 2011 while riding her motorcycle on the Pacific Coast Highway near San Simeon, California.
She was with her husband and friends at the time of her death.
She was 64.
Suzanne was born on July 14, 1947, in Dallas, Texas and married Stephen Freeman in 1971. Suzanne graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1975 with a Bachelor of Arts in the German language. She was an active member of the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority.
Suzanne and Stephen moved to Westlake Village, California in 1976.
Throughout her professional career she worked for Westlake Lutheran Church, Exxon, and for the majority of her career in the Office of the President at California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, California.
She is survived by her husband, Stephen G. Freeman and children David C. Freeman, of Las Vegas, Nevada and Ashley A. Freeman, of Santa Barbara, California. In addition Suzanne's sister, Janet Baber, of San Antonio, Texas; and several nieces and nephews.
Suzanne was a devoted wife of 40 years, a beloved mother, aunt, as well as a friend to many. Her mother, Francis Flick, and father, Jesse Flick, of Dallas, Texas preceded her in death. She was proud of her Texan heritage and never fully lost her endearing southern accent.
All her life, Suzanne loved tennis, reading, cooking, history, knitting and politics. A world wide traveler, Suzanne spent decades filling her passport with stamps and her heart with memories. Upon receiving her motorcycle license in celebration of her fiftieth birthday, Suzanne began her passion of seeing the country via her Harley Davidson Softail motorcycle on trips with her husband, family and friends. She was an experienced rider of over 14 years.
Suzanne was a member of New Hope Lutheran Church (formally known as Westlake Lutheran Church) and Ascension Lutheran Church. She touched lives with her positive attitude, devotion to California Lutheran University as well as with her love and generosity toward others.
Suzanne was loved by her friends and family and lived a full and joyful life. She often said, "Life is good!"
Memorial Donations
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be directed to a scholarship fund set up in Suzanne's name at California Lutheran University.
California Lutheran University
Attention: Planned Giving
60 W. Olsen Rd. #1675
Thousand Oaks, California 91360
Please make checks payable to "California Lutheran University".The memo line should read "Suzanne Freeman Memorial Fund" Alternatively, donations to the scholarship may be made via credit card by calling (805) 493-3829 and stating the purpose of your call. You will be directed to an appropriate party.
Last year in June, Dave and I laid a cross on Hwy 1 at Ragged Point in Big Sur according to the coordinates we were given, and through our gut instinct on where your accident occurred. We shared a bottle of wine and drank to you, Mom. You were so couragous and brave! You gave your heart fully, generously, and without expectations. You loved unconditionally. You continue to be my inspiration in life. I miss you so much. Highway 1 has been closed now due to a landslide, but when it opens, if anyone happens to see this cross still standing, please let us know!!
Ashley Freeman Garcia
Loving daughter to Suzanne Freeman
Last year in June, Dave and I laid a cross on Hwy 1 at Ragged Point in Big Sur according to the coordinates we were given, and through our gut instinct on where your accident occurred. We shared a bottle of wine and drank to you, Mom. You were so couragous and brave! You gave your heart fully, generously, and without expectations. You loved unconditionally. You continue to be my inspiration in life. I miss you so much. Highway 1 has been closed now due to a landslide, but when it opens, if anyone happens to see this cross still standing, please let us know!!
Ashley Freeman Garcia
Loving daughter to Suzanne Freeman