Stephen S. Freedman

Stephen S. Freedman, 70, died peacefully at Gardner Rehabilitation and Nursing Center on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025. 

He is survived by his wife Margaret Freedman (Rushia), daughter Sarah Freedman, son Daniel Freedman and his daughter-in-law Naomi Zingher, granddaughter Raia Freedman, all of Clinton, brother Albert L. Freedman of Hudson and nephew William Grey of Vermont. He is predeceased by his brother David Freedman, who passed away Jul. 12, 1988. Born Jan. 11, 1955, Stephen was the son of Jacob Mayron Freedman and Elizabeth (McDowell) Freedman Useforge.

He grew up in Hudson and graduated from Hudson High School in 1973. He married the love of his life Margaret on May 26, 1979, and they spent a beautiful 45 years together. Employed by Waltham Central Taxi, he worked for the company transporting special needs students to school for 34 years. Like his father, he displayed a talent and passion for music and played instruments at a young age. He played the saxophone in the Concord Band in 1976, the Marlborough Community Band with his father in 1980 and the Maynard Community Band in 1984. He also enjoyed jamming with his friends and with his son on the guitar and flute and was self-taught on both instruments. He loved listening to music and artists like Roy Orbison, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley and classical music.

Stephen had a strong connection to the town of Hudson and its community, often enjoying walking the Rail Trail. An avid tennis player, Stephen was a member of the Riverside Tennis Association in Hudson for many years and was part of a softball league in 1985. He loved baseball and was a lifelong Red Sox fan - as evidenced by his extensive card collection. Stephen was a frequent spectator at his son’s youth baseball games.

Stephen had a quick wit and sharp sense of humor. He strived to learn and grow his whole life. He had an extensive collection of books and could rattle off facts off the top of his head. A voracious reader, he enjoyed biographies, especially of Presidents Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy, books on the weather, and the sport of baseball, in particular player’s statistics. Making homemade sauces and experimenting in the kitchen was something he liked to do. He did not finish until he had the perfect combination of spices and flavors. He was a devoted father and husband who loved his children very much and supported them in activities like dance recitals, Symphony Pro Musica Youth Choir and tennis matches. His passion and drive live on through his children.

Visiting hours are 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 16 at Tighe Hamilton Funeral Home at 50 Central St. in Hudson. The funeral services will held be on Jan. 17 at 11 a.m. at the same location followed by a burial