Samuel M. Freeman II
Freeman, Samuel M., II “Beau” (June 15, 2017). Beloved husband of Margaret “Peggy” (nee Davison). Loving father to Samuel T. (Tracey) Freeman III, Wendy (James F. Currier) Freeman, William H. (Kimberly) Freeman, and Jonathan C. (Alyson) Freeman. He will also be missed by his 8 grandchildren Margaret F. Currier, Emily A. Currier, Alexander M. Freeman, Jonathan D. Freeman, Sarah E. Freeman, William Samuel Freeman, Madison Collier Freeman, and Holden Maxwell Freeman. Brother to Barbara F. Jones.
Representing the sixth generation of the Freeman’s family, Beau has been a staple at Freeman’s since 1958; throughout his career, he was involved in all aspects of the business—from sweeping floors, to appraising Philadelphia clocks and furniture, to carrying his family’s company into the 21st century.
Perhaps most comfortable behind the auctioneer’s podium with gavel in hand, Beau called an auction at Freeman’s as recently as this past Monday. Donning his trademark bow tie, he was a dynamic figurehead for the company and a true Chestnut Hill gentleman with a steadfast passion for the auction business. Known for his gracious humility, courtesy, effusive charm and dry wit, Beau was loved by his employees, friends, and family alike. His office was a place where people often stopped for advice, friendly conversation, or simply to hear a lively anecdote from Freeman’s past.
A native of Philadelphia, Beau attended Germantown Friends School and graduated from Wesleyan University in 1958. Beau enjoyed spending his free time with his beloved wife, Peggy, his four children and eight grandchildren. He will be deeply missed and ever remembered by those who had the pleasure of knowing and working with him.
Relatives and friends are invited to Beau’s Memorial Service Friday June 23rd 11am at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Chestnut Hill. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers contributions in Beau’s name may be made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 22 E. Chestnut Hill Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19118, Center for Autistic Children, 3905 Ford Rd., Suite 6, Philadelphia, PA 19131, or Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 225 City Ave., Suite 104, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004.
