Funeral for Dr. John P. Freeland, MD

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of Dr. John P. Freeland, who died on Friday, August 22nd. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 30th at Marsh Funeral Home (305 N. Cemetery Road, Gurnee, IL). Though there will not be a formal visitation, friends and guests are welcome to gather at Marsh Funeral Home between 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. to meet with family, share memories, and pay their respects. A reception will follow at the Freeland home. For those wishing to send flowers, arrangements may be made through Larsen Florist in Waukegan. Dr. Freeland’s contributions to our community are immeasurable. He was instrumental in establishing paramedics and a structured EMS system in Lake County in 1972 and remained actively engaged in EMS education until his passing. As EMS Medical Director for many years, and as a trusted physician in private practice, Dr. Freeland cared for countless patients and families with dedication and compassion. We are profoundly grateful to have known him, and his impact will continue to live on in the lives he touched. He will be deeply missed. FLIER