07/07/2022
On Tuesday June 28, 2022, Darrell S. Freeman, a prominent Nashville businessman, philanthropist, civic leader, and family man departed this life in Brentwood, Tennessee. Known for his service to others whether on corporate boards, in mentoring relationships, or flying supplies to suffering people, Freeman worked tirelessly to increase educational opportunities, inspire entrepreneurs, and make his family proud. He was a man among men and a leader among leaders. It’s very likely that we will never see his kind again. Those left to celebrate his rich life and cherish his memory include his loving and devoted wife of thirty years Gloria and their four children: Ebony, Kenya, Darrell Jr., and Nathan. Other family members, friends, business partners, employees, organizations, fraternity brothers, and countless people who admired his commitment to advocacy, creating opportunities, and building community join his wife and children in remembering a man who served so many so well. He will lie in-state on Thursday, July 7th, from 10:00 to noon, with family visitation,12:00 - 12:30 p.m., fraternal ceremonies,12:30 - 1:00 p.m., funeral to follow at Mount Zion Baptist Church, 7594 Old Hickory Boulevard, Whites Creek, TN with Bishop Joseph W. Walker III, Officiant and Rev. Dr. Vincent Windrow, Eulogist. The interment will follow the service at Woodlawn Memorial Park. New Generation Funeral Home, 615-365-7105;
On Tuesday June 28, 2022, Darrell S. Freeman, a prominent Nashville businessman, philanthropist, civic leader, and family man departed this life in...