Eloise Susette Freeman (Brown)

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eloise Susette Freeman, age 76, of Clarksville, TN on February 14, 2025. Born in Clarksville, Arkansas on April 22, 1948, Eloise was a lifelong educator and was a passionate jewelry maker and weaver. She also loved gardening and spending time with her family and friends. Eloise graduated from Lamar High School (Lamar, AR), the College of the Ozarks (Clarksville, AR), and Trevecca Nazarene College (Nashville, TN). She was recognized as Wilson County School System's 2000-2001 Teacher of the Year and retired in 2012. She celebrated her talents by teaching classes in jewelry making and weaving throughout her retirement. Eloise was awarded a first place blue ribbon at the TN State Fair in 2016 after submitting an intricately woven shawl. 

She is survived by her two children, Martin (Kim) Freeman and Melody (Ken) Shipley; grandchildren, Selby Shipley and Vincent Freeman; sister, Carol (Randy) Struckmeyer; sister-in-law, Jennie Brown; and her nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. 

She will be greatly missed. We honor her life by continuing to celebrate her lifelong passions of education and art within our own pursuits inspired by her teachings and influence. We would like to announce the Memorial Celebration of Life which will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 6:30 to 8:00 PM at River City Clay on 115 Franklin Street, Clarksville TN, 37040.

Please visit Eloise's tribute wall and share a memory with the family.