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Ronald Ray Freiberger, 66 years of age died Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at Norton Hospital in Louisville following a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born March 26, 1951 in New Albany, Indiana to the late Vincent and Betty Freiberger. Ron was a 1969 graduate of New Albany High School, served for 7 years in the United States Army Reserves, and retired from Ford Motor Company, working at both the Fern Valley Road and Chamberlain Lane Assembly Plants.
Ron had a beautiful voice and his love of singing led him to learn to play guitar at an early age. A teenager of the 60's, Ron loved classic rock and roll and he made many friends who he played music with throughout his life. He was a free bird who loved dirt bikes and motorcycles. He grinned from ear-to-ear every time he heard the roar of his Harley Davidson. After retirement in 1999, Ronnie loved gardening, fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren. He had an amazing green thumb.
Survivors include his wife, Sandra (Catt) Freiberger; son, Andy Freiberger (Heather); step-daughters Elizabeth Iredale (James), Lara Hammond; beloved grandchildren Aydan, Lucas, Avarie, and Ellie; siblings Larry Procter (Ruth), Michael Freiberger, Eddie Freiberger (Debbie), Debbie Thompson (Darrell), and Steve Freiberger.
Visitation will be from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm Tuesday at Kraft Funeral Service, 2776 Charlestown Road, New Albany, Indiana. A memorial service will be held 7:00 pm Tuesday at funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests expressions of sympathy to go to American Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be made to www.kraftfs.com
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May 16, 2017
Matt Proctor
Uncle Ron , he always had such a low deep comforting voice. I will always remember his smile when talking of his Harley , and I will always remember that loving uncle to a little kid. Ride on Uncle Ron
May 15, 2017
Tresa Reynolds
Sandy, I am so sorry for what you are going through. It was a valiantly fought battle, and you all seem to have had a lovely life together. I hope you and your family take comfort in the blessings of the time you had with Ron and that you will know he is now at peace.
Tresa Reynolds
May 13, 2017
Shirley Appleby
Betty so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to you and yours
May 13, 2017
I will miss Ron as an always pleasant to be around person, always supportive, always encouraging. I will miss being a small part of his life, and playing a small part in his music. Jimmy Meyer
May 13, 2017
Kathy Meyer
My deepest sympathy to the family Sandy. I always enjoyed talking to Ron when he would call Jimmy for band updates. Just a real sweet guy. Jimmy considered Ron as a real friend to him. He will be missed by so many folks. R.I.P. Ron. Fly high with the angels. No more pain.....
May 13, 2017
Jimmy Bowles
I'm so sorry for your loss.Ron was a very wonderful guy to work with and just talk to.
May 13, 2017
Jimmy Sarles
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
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