DR. THOMAS F. FREEMAN

1919-2020

Dr. Thomas Franklin Freeman, 100, born June 27, 1919 in Richmond, VA was called to glory on June 6, 2020 in Houston, Texas. He was a world-renowned debate coach, orator, esteemed minister, and professor whose work spanned over 79 years. Dr. Freeman was a devoted husband and dedicated father whose fierce love and commitment to excellence was evident in everything he did. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Clarice Estell Freeman; sons, Thomas F.,

Jr. and Carter E.; daughter, Dr. Carlotta V.; his sister,

Elsie F. Lewis of Philadelphia, PA; six grandchildren, two great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Louise E. Willis (Walker) and father, Louis H. Freeman, Sr.; seven brothers; and three sisters. He was loved by all who knew him and will be dearly missed. Texas Southern University (TSU) will host a public visitation on Tuesday, June 16, from 10 a.m.-12:45 p.m., with a memorial service to follow, in the Health & Physical Education (H&PE) Arena (3010 Wheeler Avenue, Houston, TX 77004). The service will be live-streamed on www.tsu.edu and on TSU’s social media channels. A private funeral service will begin at 11 AM, Wednesday, June 17th at Mt. Horem Baptist Church followed by interment at Cemetery Beautiful, 8401 Wheatley, Houston, TX 77088 . In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Official Dr. Thomas F. Freeman Legacy Fund (gf. me/u/x8w7qi).