Norman H. Freiberger, 89, of Mt. Vernon, transitioned peacefully from earth to heaven on May 11, surrounded by his loving family. A long-time baritone singer for his church choir, he is a great addition to the heavenly chorus.
Born in Texarkana, Ark. on April 13, 1927, to George D. and Fay (Pickett) Freiberger, Norm enjoyed a happy childhood with his brother, the late G. Daris Freiberger. A veteran of WWII, he served on the Aleutian Island of Adak as a member of the Army Air Corps.
Norm married Emma Mae McDonald on Aug. 14, 1953, in Texarkana. In 1955, he accepted a position with International Paper Company and moved with his wife and young son to Springhill, La. The family remained in Springhill for 24 years until the mill closed in 1979 and Norm relocated to the IP Woodlands Division in Augusta. Norm and Emma resided in Winthrop for two years, then transferred to the new IP mill in Mansfield, La. He retired on July 1, 1985, with 30 years of service.
Norm and Emma had three children; the late Brad Freiberger, Kathy Childress of Waldoboro, and Jenifer Harrington of Manchester. Norm considered his son-in-law, Brian Harrington and special neighbor, Ed Voynik, his sons. His beloved grandsons, Philip Harrington currently of Newport News, Va. and Alex Harrington currently of Los Angeles, Cal., brought out the best in Grandpa and the best in themselves. That bond is eternal.
Friends and family celebrated Norm’s life May 21 at Penney Memorial Baptist Church, Augusta; the Rev. Tom DuBois officiated.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like to support the efforts of young people pursuing a career in nursing. Any donation, to the charity of your choice, to further the education of these special individuals, is appreciated.
