Steven Dale Freeman

Steven Dale Freeman 73 of Kempton died at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis on Saturday October 3, 2026. He was born in Frankfort, Indiana on November 26, 1952 to John F. and Katherine L. (Friend) Freeman. On May 27, 1995 Steven married Rita Joan Simmons; she preceded him in death on August 29, 2018.

Steven was the warehouse manager at Pioneer Hi-Bred International until his retirement. He was a member of the Pickard Masonic Lodge and the Yorkrite, Shriners as well as the Loyal Order of Moose. He enjoyed a wonderful camping weekend where he could cast a line into the water and reel in a big fish. Steven logged many miles on his Harley Davison Trike, just taking in the scenery. He had a great love for many animals, especially his dogs.

Steven is survived by three children, Glen L. Phifer, Noblesville, Hope M. Risner (Roger), Collinwood, Tennessee, and Arlene F. Freeman, Chicago, Illinois; one sister, one brother, along with six grandchildren and three great grandchildren and a friend, Debby Hasket.

Funeral services for Steven will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday October 10, 2026 at Young-Nichols Funeral Home where the Austin Masonic Lodge will conduct a Masonic service. Burial will follow in Scott Cemetery, Scircleville. Visitation will be from noon on Saturday until time of the service.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the Shriner’s Children Hospital P.O. Box 947765 Atlanta, GA 30394.

Online condolences may be made at: www.young-nichols.com