Ashley Hawkins Freeman Obituary

We announce the death of Ashley Hawkins Freeman of Montgomery, Alabama, born in Asheville, North Carolina, who passed away on August 7, 2026, at the age of 49. Ashley will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ashley Hawkins Freeman to pay them a last tribute.

Ashley will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Ashley will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Ashley’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.

She is survived by: her parents, Barbara Cravey and Eugene Cyril Hawkins, Jr. of Asheville, N. C.; her spouse Richardson McConnell "Mac" Freeman, Jr.; her children, Mattie Dale Freeman, Richardson McConnell "Mac" Freeman, III and Annie Barnes Freeman; her sister Loren Hawkins Spiller (Robert) of Birmingham, Ala.; her parents-in-law, Sherry Spann and Richardson McConnell Freeman of Opelika, Ala.; and her sister-in-law Kelly Freeman Baum (Charles) of Murfreesboro. She is also survived by seven nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Trinity Presbyterian Church or the Montgomery Humane Society.