With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the peaceful passing of Sterling Melvin Freeman, Jr., affectionately known as “June Bug,” on June 28, 2025. Born on November 27, 1965, June Bug brought light, laughter, and love to all who knew him.
Sterling retired from working in 2017 due to health complications, but his spirit never dimmed. He was known for his infectious smile, quick wit, and ability to bring laughter to any room. His jokes, kindness, and joyful personality left a lasting impression on family, friends, and anyone blessed to cross his path.
Sterling was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Sterling Melvin Freeman, Sr., and Shirley Freeman. Though they are gone, we find peace knowing they are reunited once more.
He was a devoted father, a loving brother and uncle, and a loyal friend. He leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Ashley Locust, and son, Jason Locust; his sister, Melvina Winder (Greg); and niece, Tarea Freeman, all of Norfolk, Virginia. In addition, he is remembered fondly by a host of family members and friends who will forever hold his memory close.
Sterling was a proud and passionate Dallas Cowboys fan who never missed a chance to show his team spirit. But more than anything, he deeply loved his children and family. His legacy will live on in the stories we share, the laughter he sparked, and the love he gave so freely.
He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
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Darlene Goodman says
July 4, 2025 at 6:16 amTo my family, once again we come with sadness in our hearts💕. I will miss you cuz June bug. You got your wings so fly high and fly with love from the family we will miss you and I love you cuz
Kimberly Bland says
July 9, 2025 at 7:20 pmSending condolences to the family in your time of sorrow. God will take care of you. Hold to God’s unchanging hand
Ronita Thornton says
July 4, 2025 at 5:05 pmMy sincere condolences 🙏.
Terry C Carothers says
July 5, 2025 at 8:24 pmMy Sincere Condolences 🙏🙏🙏
Coleen Norman says
July 7, 2025 at 9:50 amFamily you have our deepest sympathy on the the passing of Sterling he was definitely a stand up guy and will be missed. Rest in God’s care sir. 💐🕊️
Shantel Wood says
July 7, 2025 at 12:22 pmMy condolences to the family 🙏🏽 knew junie through ms patty
Veronica Davis says
July 7, 2025 at 4:59 pmAshley,
I am praying for you and your family during this tough time. God will send a comforter to wrap their arms around you and keep you in Perfect Peace. I will continue to pray for you all.
Love, V to Daaàaaaaa
Karma says
July 8, 2025 at 2:34 pmAshley and Jason you have my deepest sympathy during you time of loss. May God be with you and compfort you.
Fre.G. says
July 8, 2025 at 9:28 pmMy prayers goes out to his children and family. I will always cherish the time we share at Walmart together. I know him as ‘Hot off the press’ that’s was the name I call him. You will be miss. Rest in peace love Fre
bERNADINE wINSLOW says
July 9, 2025 at 6:17 amMy deepest sympathy to the entire family. God keep you all strong at this difficult time . I have known Junie for a very long time.Rest in peace
Bernadine
Philadelphia