Dr. Jeffrey Van Dyne Freeman

Dr. Jeffrey V. Freeman

September 13, 1934 to April 19, 2026

Dr. Jeffrey V. Freeman, 91, of Rutland Town, VT passed away on April 19, 2026, at home.

He grew up in Millington, New Jersey, with his parents Dr. George C. and Luella G. Freeman. He attended Bates College, where he met his wife to be, Carol, and was a graduate of SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. He earned his doctorate degree in entomology at Rutgers University. He was a member of Lee Lodge #30 in Castleton.

Trees and insects were woven into much of his life and teaching at Castleton State College where he was Professor Emeritus after retiring in 1996. He was tree warden in Castleton for many years and compiled the first list of the state’s "big trees."

A 49-year member of Grace Congregational United Church of Christ, he enjoyed being involved with the maintenance of the church building and knew it well from the basement to the top of the steeple.

In 1956, he and Carol were married and he was a wonderful father to sons, Eric (Kristin) and Walter. He treasured his three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

The memorial service will be held on Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10 AM in Grace Congregational UCC. A collation will follow in the Fellowship Hall.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Memorial Fund at Grace Congregational UCC, 8 Court St., Rutland, VT 05701.

Tossing Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.