Kaye James Freeman, age 70 of Cadillac, passed away at his home surrounded by family on Thursday, November 5, 2026. He was born on August 24, 1956 in Cadillac to William and Marilyn (Darling) Freeman.

My husband Kaye Freeman was a good samaritan, always helping those that needed it. He was honest, he worked hard. Having different jobs in his life from the railroad, oil rigs, factory and self-employment. He could fix nearly anything with his mechanical ability. He did whatever he could to make ends meet. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman, he enjoyed being outdoors or tinkering on an automobile.

He is survived by wife Connie Freeman of Cadillac, children Katie Poch of Byron, Florida, Caleb Poch and Amy Sparks of Cadillac, grandchildren, Noah Sparks, Ryder Sparks and Aria Francis, siblings David W. Freeman of Cadillac, Robert Freeman of Harrietta, Kaye’s twin brother Ray I. (Deb) Freeman of Harrietta and Melanie S. (Larry) Dull of Lake City, aunts and uncles, Viola (Terry) Green of Ionia and Georgia Spitzley of Portland, nieces and nephews, Jennifer (Brian) Huyck of Cadillac, Marsha Taylor of Cadillac, Andy (Candy) Freeman of Mesick, Russell Taylor of Boon, James R. (Karla) Traxler of CA, Jason F. (Amanda) Riley of Lansing.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and many aunts and uncles.

Burial will be held at 11:30 AM on Saturday, November 14th in the Sixteen cemetery in Harrietta, following the burial there will be a potluck from noon- 2:00 at the Slagle Township Hall. The family is being served by the Burkholder-Nielsen Funeral Home in McBain. The online obituary is available at burkholderfunerals.com