Obituary of Richard Herman Freyberg, Jr.

Goshen Richard Herman Freyberg, Jr., age 92, of Goshen, NY, died Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at Orange Regional Medical Center-Arden Hill Campus, Goshen. Mr. Freyberg was born January 31, 1915 in New Rochelle, NY, the son of the late Richard H. and Esther (Lewis) Freyberg, Sr. He was married for 65 years to Eleanor (Barnum) Freyberg. Mr. Freyberg was a Vice President for Con Edison in New York, NY. He graduated from Syracuse University , Magna Cum Laude, Post Graduate School at the U.S. Naval Academy. He was a retired U.S, Navy Commander, a life member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, a life member of the National Society of Professional Engineers, member emeritus, American Nuclear Society and a volunteer with the American Red Cross. Mr. Freyberg is survived by his wife, Eleanor B. Freyberg at home; sons, Richard H. Freyberg, III of Vail, CO, Peter Lewis Freyberg of Guangzhou, China, Dr. Christopher W. Freyberg of New York, NY; five grandchildren, Kristin Ann Freyberg, Keri Ann Cappiello, Everett Freyberg, Christopher W. Freyberg, Jr. and Owen Freyberg. The funeral will be private and at the convenience of the family. Donations can be made in Richards name to the American Red Cross or a charity of ones choice. Arrangements under the direction of the Donovan Funeral Home, 82 South Church St. , Goshen, NY To leave a personal condolence or for directions to the Funeral Home, please visit our website at www.donovanfunerals.com.