Freddie Peterman

Freddie Peterman was born July 18, 1943, in Abbeville, Alabama to the late Judge Peterman and Ethel Culver Peterman.

Fred joined Bethlehem Baptist Church at an early age, he was a member of the youth choir. Before relocating to Greensboro, NC he was a member of Elmwood United Presbyterian Church in East Orange, New Jersey. After relocating to Greensboro, NC  he joined Saint James Presbyterian Church and served as a trustee until his health failed.

Mr. Peterman attended Henry County Training School in Abbeville, Alabama and Essex County College in Newark, New Jersey.

Fred was united in matrimony to Francis Majette of Murfreesboro, North Carolina. Together they built a beautiful life and shared 49 years of marriage. They had two beautiful daughters, Jasmine and the late Kelly Mason and three grandchildren; Taysean Cartwright, Rashawd and Brooklyn Williams. He was a good father to his two daughters and an exceptional grandfather to his three grandchildren.

Fred dedicated 43 years of service to General Motors in Linden, New Jersey, retiring in 2001. He cherished the friendship he built with his co-workers and stayed in touch with them after he retired.

Fred’s life was defined by his devotion, hard work and unwavering love for his family and friends.  His memory will live on in the hearts of those he touched.

Fred departed this life on May 11, 2026 in Abbeville, Alabama.

Fred leaves to mourn his passing a loving and devoted wife, Francis; a daughter Jasmine; three grandchildren, Taysean, Rahawd and Brooklyn; a sister, Marva Peterman;  a  God sent nephew, Donald Peterman, and three other nephews  Marcus (Andrea), Marcean and Matthew;  a niece, Melissa Goodman and many cousins and friends.

A Letter to My Dear Husband, Fred

My Dear Fred,

I loved you with every ounce of my soul and every fiber of my being. Wherever life’s journey took us, we traveled hand in hand.

You were my today, my tomorrow, and my forever.

The one thing I have always been certain of, no matter what, is that you were my soulmate, my best friend, and my partner until death did us part—and you honored those vows every day.

I will always carry a piece of you in my heart.

I know you were tired, yet you continued taking care of me. For that, I am forever grateful. I appreciate you, I will always love you, and I will never forget you.

Until we meet again, know that my love for you remains unchanged.

I love you, Fred.

Your loving wife,
Francis

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