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Dr. Freeman Hillyard Ledbetter, Jr.

01/26/1941 - 07/17/2021

Obituary For Dr. Freeman Hillyard Ledbetter, Jr.

Dr. Freeman Hillyard Ledbetter, Jr., 80, was born on Sunday, January 26, 1941 and departed this life on Saturday, July 17, 2021.

Visitation service will be at Holloway Memorial Funeral Home, 2502 NC Hwy 55, Durham, NC on Thursday, July 22, 2021 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Funeral service will be private.

Masks are to be worn, social distancing required at all meetings, visits and services. All acts of kindness are appreciated.

Flowers will not be accepted on behalf of the family at Holloway Memorial Funeral Home. The family will advise you where to send flowers.


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I Pray family find some Comfort during this time And I'm sorry to hear the Passing of Freeman .. I remember many years We were neighbors in the same neighborhood It been many years since I've seen him but I pray Rest in peace Freeman .

Dear Willie, Adia, and Tarik, You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear husband and father. May you find peace and strength of your faith, closeness of friends and in the love of family. Memories grow even more precious when we see that those we've loved live on within our hearts. My home and the area around the Green Mill Development would not be the great neighborhood that it is if Freeman did not have the foresight, talent, knowledge and skills to make it happen. We will be forever grateful for his vision and fortitude. His memories will continue to live on in our hearts. Love- Deloris Harris & Family

To Willie, Adia,Tarik and all the family of Bro. Freeman, I send my sincere condolences. My prayer is that God will surround you all with His love, peace and comfort now and in the days to come. I'm so sorry that I missed the viewing but hope to reach out to you soon. I'll be keeping you all lifted in prayer. (Floretta L Walls)

Many years ago, out of The School of the Arts and Saint Augustines College, seeking out Brother Yusef, I walked into a jam session on 9th St. Little did I know I would be blessed with two mentors that night. From there I had the joy of working with Freeman as a singer, and learning from his professionalism in music and beyond for many many years to come. May God Bless and comfort each of the family. He will give strength during this difficult time. Yolanda Hall

So sorry to hear Freeman's passing. So many wonderful memories of him and the music. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Frankie Alexander

My condolences to the family..His mother and father were corner stones in Dunn and Harnett County

Dearest Willie,Adria and Tarik I am sorry I missed the viewing opportunity to see you all and talk with you personally. You all are in my prayers for comfort and support during this difficult time. Freeman's impact on our community will live on as his legacy of dedication to our environment and our culture. Stay strong and relish in out collective love for you all. Be blessed love Sadiyah and family

Our sincere sympathy to the Ledbetter family. Freeman's father was principal at Harnett High School when we attended during the 50s and 60s and his mother was the math teacher. Freeman was in our classes and was a"pest." RIP Freeman! Say hello to all the HHS alumni who beat you there! Eloise Freeman Edwards

Our sincere sympathy to the Ledbetter family. Freeman's father was principal at Harnett High School when we attended during the 50s and 60s and his mother was the math teacher. Freeman was in our classes and was a"pest." RIP Freeman! Say hello to all the HHS alumni who beat you there! Eloise Freeman Edwards

Our deepest condolences on the loss of your husband and father. Our family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Roger, Gloria and Alysia Bailey

Deepest Condolences to the family. Tyrek know that we are praying for you and your entire family. Pam McNair Hoggard and Monte McNair and family.

The Grady McNeill family extends our deepest condolences to the Ledbetter family. As we grew up across the street from one another in Dunn, NC, you might as well say we're related. Even though our blood lines may not be the same, Freeman's passing is painful and has taken a little part of our hearts with him. Please know that God has requested Freeman take up residence in Heaven now, and even though we already miss him, rest assured that he is now in a better place and totally healed. The McNeill Family

I first met Freeman in the '60s when he played in a band that performed monthly in my college dorm. Another surprise, but wonderful, encounter was when he was one of my biochemistry teachers in my first year of medical school. Many memorable occasions followed involving family and music. His warm, heartful approach to many things was noteworthy, especially when my in-laws kitchen roof was removed by a tornado. Not only did he install a "modern" roof, but beautified the house by adding a master bedroom (also adjoining bathroom with whirlpool tub). My prayers and condolences to the family. He will be missed immensely. Jim Dorsey

Dr. Ledbetter was an awesome business man and a great community leader. May he rest in heavenly peace. My condolences to the family. Karen Baldwin

There are no adequate words to fully express the kindness and creative brilliance shared with others throughout Freeman's earth journey. His legacy will live forever!

Willie, Adia, and Tarik, There are no words to express how you feel today. There is a hole today but you will gradually begin to heal and feel better. Just remember that you have many years of fabulous memories with Freeman, the husband, the dad, the granddad, the friend, the musician, the genius. We have known each other for a long time and shared great, good and sad times together. You have our support no matter what. We are here for all of you and will keep you lifted up in prayer. Donald and Sharon Baker

Mother and l just learned of Freeman's passing. He was always so good to Mother.What a hole his absence will make in the fabric of Durham. What a treasure he was. My attempt to keep Mother safe during the pandemic made our world infinitesimal. Our prayers surround you now, that we know of your loss.

Mrs. Archie H. Jones and Vita

My sincere condolences. Freeman is in the beat band now in heaven!

Willie and Adia, my prayers and thoughts are with you! So very sorry for your loss.

Dear Willie and Adia, Sending deepest condolences on the passing of Freeman. His music (and yours Adia) have lifted many spirits over the years. You are all in our prayers. You all make the world a better place, which is Freeman's legacy too. God Bless you in your time of loss. Peace Marilyn Disco and Michael Turner

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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