Tribute Wall
Public Visitation
OCT 4. 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Big Barn Convention Center
388 Jay-Max Drive
Hillsborough, NC, US, 27278
Memorial Service
OCT 4. 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Big Barn Convention Center
388 Jay-Max Drive
Hillsborough, NC, US, 27278
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Acey Tharrington posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Nahale, Donna was a good woman. We used to text each other.
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Acey Tharrington posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Nahale, Donna was a good woman. We used to text each other.
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Amelia Townsend posted a condolence
Monday, October 26, 2015
Dear Nahale and Nondos,
You may not remember me. After all, you were newlyweds when I moved away. Your mother was the very best friend a person could ever have. I did not do a great job of keeping up with her because we lived so far away. Yet, when I needed an inspiration for graceful generosity and compassion, there was your mother's smile. She was a unique spirit that God sought to bless all of us with for too short a time.
Amelia Townsend, Washington, DC
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Jane Gaede posted a condolence
Friday, October 9, 2015
Donna was truly a beautiful person, kind, thoughtful, artistic, and devoted to her family and fellow citizens of Hillsborough. She will be deeply missed. My sincere condolences to her lovely family whom she cherished. Jane Gaede
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James George Vurnakes posted a condolence
Monday, October 5, 2015
Nahale,
I was very sorry to hear of the loss your Mom, Donna. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jimmy Vurnakes and family
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Sondra Wheeley Myers lit a candle
Monday, October 5, 2015
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Sondra Wheeley Myers lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Terry Forrest Lewis posted a condolence
Monday, October 5, 2015
My dearest Donna, I said goodbye to you yesterday but you will forever live in my heart and mind. I have lost my 'sister friend' and my heart is broken. Now, I only have our many memories and photos which I will always cherish. I will miss our texting and our phone conversations, and remember the many visits to Hillsborough when we talked and reminisced for hours over several glasses of wine. I am still in shock and cannot believe I have lost you. Goodnight my precious friend…. I love you, Terry
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Rosie Parrish lit a candle
Sunday, October 4, 2015
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Rosie Parrish lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Barbara Mccall Capps posted a condolence
Sunday, October 4, 2015
I have such good memories of the Freeland family. They were my neighbor when I was growing up. Jack was like my brother, we remained friends throughout the yrs. Donna was the typical big sister.always taking care of her baby brother. She was the life line of the family. My Mom was in a head on collision 3 yrs. Ago. When Donna found out she sent my mom a card weekly. Donna was such a selfless caring individual. I thank the Freeland family for the wonderful memories. Donna will be greatly missed.
Barbara Mccall Capps
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John McCully posted a condolence
Sunday, October 4, 2015
I was in shock to learn of Donna's passing. She was a very caring and generous person who loved what life had to offer. Her compassion for all people was one of her most outstanding qualities. She will sorely be missed by those who had the pleasure of knowing her! May she rest in eternal peace.
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Linda Whicker Livingston lit a candle
Sunday, October 4, 2015
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Donna and I attended school together from grade school all the way to high school. She was always beautiful, kind, and bubbly personality. Never heard her have a harsh work about anyone. She will be missed.
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Dianne Cates lit a candle
Sunday, October 4, 2015
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Beyond the tears, there is a smile of the vision Donna captured in all who knew her. She carried this essence of beauty and kindness that was refreshingly natural and effortless.
Our families go back eight generations here in Orange County. The relationship was always one of genuine friendship and mutual respect. Donna extended that friendship to me and I will be forever grateful for experiencing the joy of knowing her.
My deepest sympathies to her beautiful and loving family.
Dianne Cates
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Gilda Branch posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
When, I first moved to Hillsborough (about 40 years ago) -- Donna and her sister, Joan kind of put me under their (Angel) wings and made me feel Welcome, introduced me to friends, clubs, etc. I will never forget their kindness.... Gilda Branch
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S. Hill posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
Sorry to hear about the passing of your loved one. May the comforting promises from God ease your pain during this difficult time. One of which is found at Isaiah 25:8. There it says "He will swallow up death forever, and the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces."
Again, please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
Divine Peace Bouquet was purchased for the family of Donna Lynn Freeland.
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Ho lit a candle
Saturday, October 3, 2015
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We share our thoughts and prayers and send wishes for Peace to the whole family. We recount with gratitude and appreciation how Donna and her family have provided us with a most welcoming and kind residency and support in their very accommodating properties in Hillsborough, ever since we moved here from Buffalo, NY in 2007. Her constant concern and kind presence will be missed. We send our love and heartfelt support.
Terry and Ho Haryadi
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Corrina Ashley lit a candle
Saturday, October 3, 2015
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Corrina Ashley lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Corrina Ashley posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I haven' seen Donna much since graduation, but in my mind I see the young Donna in the classes we shared. She was the first one I had known that was born on February 29th.......then my first born was born on her birthday in 1976!!! May God's love and comfort be with each of you. Sincerely, Corrina Peacock Ashley
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Denice Fisher lit a candle
Saturday, October 3, 2015
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Hillsborough and her family truly lost an Angel..
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Denice Fisher lit a candle
Saturday, October 3, 2015
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Denice Fisher lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Phyllis Carswell posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family of
Donna. She has always been one of the sweetest
and most sincere friends I have ever known. I know she
will be so missed by a throng of admirers. She was a person
of extreme beauty--inside and out. May your grief be coupled
with the remembrances of all the wonderful times spent together.
May God Bless ALL of you.
Phyllis Carswell
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Martha B Laws posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
I met Donna through you, Susan, and also thought kindly of her. I have met a lot of my friends through Susan, for which I am grateful. Especially your friendship...
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George Pashales posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
My thoughts are with you Nahale and Nondas.
She was a sweet woman
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Frances Bateman posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
I have known Donna all my life. Her sister Joan and I were good friends. Donna was such a comfort to me when my husband passed away. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word for everyone. I will miss seeing her. My prayers go out to her family. Frances Bateman
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
Small Garden Dish was purchased for the family of Donna Lynn Freeland.
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Sandy & Kerry Ray lit a candle
Saturday, October 3, 2015
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Thoughts and prayers for Donna's family.
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Chris Blackwood posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
Such fond memories when Donna and I would double date with Malcom and Terry in high school she was the love of my life back then my prayers go up to her family, Chris Blackwood.
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Scott Washington, Historian posted a condolence
Saturday, October 3, 2015
Donna Freeland: A Legacy To Be Proud Of
One of the last cherished moments I had with Donna Freeland was just last month, when I shared with her the results of careful research that showed that she and her daughter, grandchildren, nephews and nieces were all related to the equivalent of "American royalty" -real Revolutionary war heroes who helped America become a free nation.
In the waning days of the Revolutionary War, newly elected Governor Thomas Burke in the summer of 1781 vowed to put an end to loyalist forces who continued to wreak havoc on behalf of the British in North Carolina. Governor Burke had had a distinguished career prior to assuming the office of Governor in June 1781. He had helped write the state's constitution in 1776. He had served in the Continental Congress in Philadelphia, representing North Carolina from 1778-1781. He was a renaissance man who was also poet, a doctor, and dedicated patriot. He had a home in Hillsborough, the de facto provincial capitol of North Carolina before Raleigh became the fixed capitol in 1792.
In the Fall of 1781, Burke and a number of North Carolina leaders of North Carolina's provincial government were in Hillsborough when it was attacked by a large and well-armed force of Loyalist soldiers aligned with the British, under the command of David Fanning (no relation to Edmund Fanning of Hillsborough notoriety.) Realizing that Hillsborough was lightly guarded, Fanning devised a daring plot to capture and kidnap the Governor and other leaders of North Carolina in the brazen belief that in so doing, he would undermine resistance in North Carolina. In fact, the opposite occurred. But he didn't know that when he attacked Hillsborough in the early morning hours of September 12, 1781.
Outnumbered and caught by surprise, the militia guarding Hillsborough bravely fought back in vain. In a matter of hours, the attack was over and the governor and top leaders were taken prisoner. Moved to South Carolina as a hostage, Governor Burke would later make a daring escape from St. James Island in January 1782 and return to North Carolina and resume his duties as governor.
But not everyone was so fortunate. In the Battle of Hillsborough, a number of brave patriotic American soldiers died defending the city they loved. One of those was Thomas Freeland (1753-1781), 28 years old. Thomas was the son of James John Freeland, Sr. (1730-1805), recognized by the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) as an authentic "Patriot" for his role in the American Revolutionary War.
150 years later, a direct descendant of James John Freeland, Sr. (and his namesake) would play a pivotal role as a builder and developer in Hillsborough's modern history and a patron of its history who was the "Walt Disney" visionary behind the Daniel Boone development and preservationist behind so many other beloved Hillsborough historical sites. And Donna's dad was no slouch when it came to history. He loved it and thoroughly researched it, too.
That's how Donna's dad knew that Daniel Boone, one of his personal favorites, hadn't just passed by Hillsborough. He had actually visited Hillsborough many times because he was employed by Judge Henderson of Hillsborough in colonial times on behalf of what was called, the "Transylvania Company" to lead settlers to occupy and settle that part of the country we now call Kentucky. There's even a monument in the center of Hillsborough in front of the Old Courthouse on King Street that honors that effort by Daniel Boone. It's just down the street from the Colonial Inn, which Donna's dad and mom owned and successfully ran briefly back in the 1970s.
I will be forever grateful to Donna for her generosity of spirit sharing her stories and memories of her family and Hillsborough. She loved her family and friends and Hillsborough history, too. We always seem to pick up in mid conversation and there was always laughter and great memories. I was always left wanting to know more. Well, now we do!
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Kristi Barnes lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Kristi Barnes lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Beverly Jeffries posted a condolence
Friday, October 2, 2015
My condolences to the family. Each time I met her in her business, she was always so very nice! Smiling and positive things said.
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Douglas& Carol Flanagin lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Douglas& Carol Flanagin lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Jimmy & Susan Flack lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Jimmy & Susan Flack lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Donna Webb posted a condolence
Friday, October 2, 2015
Donna always had a smile and a hug for me every time I saw her. She sent me a card with the kindest most thoughtful message when my Dad passed in February. Our town has lost a great friend with such a sweet soul. She will be truly missed. My prayers to the entire family.
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Donna Webb posted a condolence
Friday, October 2, 2015
Donna Webb sent a virtual gift in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Mary H Ray lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Mary H Ray lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Peggy Neems Blalock lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Donna and I were childhood friends and shared many "pajama parties" and good times at Fairview Baptist Church. Great memories! She was loved and respected by many and will truly be missed. Rest assured, we will see her again someday!
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Dennis Andrews posted a condolence
Friday, October 2, 2015
You were sweet, kind, funny, caring. joyful and loving. No one loved life as much as you. I feel so lucky to have been your friend.
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harriet cates lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Donna was a special, beautiful woman. She will truly be missed
Harriet cates
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Lila Kirk lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Lila Kirk lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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The Ramsay Family posted a condolence
Friday, October 2, 2015
The Ramsay Family purchased the Sentiments of Serenity Spray for the family of Donna Lynn Freeland.
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Pat Howard Clark lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Pat Howard Clark lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Brenda Berry lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Donna's smile was always so bright and welcoming for everyone she met. Condolences to all her family and friends who loved her so much.
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Darlene Chapman posted a condolence
Friday, October 2, 2015
My prayers go out to Donna's family. Donna was a dear person with a kind and gentle heart, always a smile and a hug. She will remain in my heart and you in my thoughts and prayers. Darlene Chapman
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Anonymous posted a condolence
Friday, October 2, 2015
Fairest of All was purchased for the family of Donna Lynn Freeland.
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Carol Palmer lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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One of the sweetest, loving person that I have ever known. She truly made a difference while on this earth. Her memory will live forever!
Carol Palmer
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Vicki Walker lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Vicki Walker lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Kim and Andy Hunt lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Kim And Andy Hunt lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Karen Baird posted a condolence
Friday, October 2, 2015
Donna was always such a sweet, gentle person. We will miss her very much.
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Karen Baird Daniel lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Karen Baird Daniel lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Mike and Cheri Sterling lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Mike And Cheri Sterling lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Terry Allison lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Prayers are with your family in this most difficult time. Such a beautiful lady,
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Betsi Snipes lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Betsi Snipes lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Susan P. Williams posted a condolence
Friday, October 2, 2015
Donna was a dear friend and I will miss her. A very thoughtful and kind person who loved her family and treasured her friendships with so many people.
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Susan P. Williams lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Susan P. Williams lit a candle in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Sharon and Larry Williams lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Donna was a very special person and our heart and prayers go out to the family.
Sharon and Larry Williams
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Niki Phillips lit a candle
Friday, October 2, 2015
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Prayers for all of the family.
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mary taylor posted a condolence
Friday, October 2, 2015
Mary Taylor sent a virtual gift in memory of Donna Lynn Freeland
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Joretta Hayes posted a condolence
Thursday, October 1, 2015
RIP Donna. I went to school with Donna and she always struck me as someone who loved life. I am so sorry to hear of her passing.
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Lexi wheeler posted a condolence
Thursday, October 1, 2015
To Hayes and Libby. I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how much Donna meant to both of you. She loved Hayes so much as she had told my mom at the post office in Hillsborough last week. And What A Great Sister IN Law To Libby, that although divorced from Hayes dad, Jack, she kept her relationship with Libby alive and loving, the way it should be. Much love to all the Freeland family. Scarlett
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