Jean M. Freese

December 23, 1930 - August 22, 2020

Jean M. Freese, age 89, of Johnstown, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at the Fulton Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare, Gloversville. She was born on December 23, 1930 in Gloversville, the daughter of the late Donald and Teresa Valachovic Schuyler. Mrs. Freese was a graduate of Johnstown High School. She was employed for many local businesses over the years including Knox Gelatine. Jean was last employed as a Press Operator at Townsend Leather until her retirement. Mrs. Freese was of the Catholic faith, a communicant of the former St. Patrick’s Church. She was a gifted bowler and an exceptionally talented artist and painter. Her celebrated artwork graced the covers of many Calendars. Jean also enjoyed playing billiards and bingo. Mrs. Freese loved Christmas and her home was impeccably decorated with her joy for the season. She made sure her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren received their special Christmas gifts. Jean was an animal advocate and enjoyed caring for and nurturing all furry friends both domesticated and wild. She is survived by her children Deborah Bochenek (Fred) of Gloversville, Ronald H. Freese (Barb) of Johnstown, Brenda Snell (Dale) of Gloversville, Herman Freese, Jr. (Connie) of Galway, Brian Freese (Jeannette) of Johnstown and Donna Ostrander (Curt) of Mayfield, one brother Robert Schuyler (Cathy) of Johnstown; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs. Freese was predeceased by her husband Herman A. Freese, Sr. whom she married on December 15, 1951 and whom passed on November 6, 2003. Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville with Rev. Bill Brower. Contributions in Jean’s memory may be made to the James A. Brennan Memorial Humane Society, 437 Nine Mile Tree Road, Gloversville, New York 12078. Condolences to the family may be made online by visiting our website at www.agcolefuneralhome.com