Jimmy Don Freeman 73, passed away on January 24, 2021 in Dallas, Texas. He was born August 19, 1947 to J.V. and Dorothy Rose (Collins) Freeman in Decatur, Texas. Jimmy proudly served his country in the U.S. Army fighting in Vietnam and earning a Bronze Medal while there. He worked as a truck driver for UPS for about 5 years after returning from the war and went to work for Yellow Freight for more than 20 years.Jimmy was an avid golf player always working on his game and thoroughly enjoying the sport.He was a talented musician. He loved writing and singing country music, playing it on his guitar. Most of all, Jimmy loved his family and the time he was able to spend with them.He leaves lasting and wonderful memories for his family and friends. Jimmy is survived by his loving wife, Marie (Belew) Freeman; children, Anthony Smith, Mark E. Smith, Kellie Jones; grandchildren, Austin Pace, Kaliegh Pace, Hannah Smith, Frank Smith; 2 great- grandchildren; sisters, Carol Mazzola, Billie Brown; brother, Jay Freeman; numerous nieces and nephews; and his favorite pet kittycat , a Persian cat named "Puss-in-Boots"; along with a host of loving relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents. The family will have a private inurnment service at the DFW National Cemetery in Dallas, Texas at a later date. LYNCH Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.