NEWPORT NEWS — Anton James Freed, 63, died unexpectedly on Sunday Feb. 6, 2022 at his home. Anton was born in Germany and was a lifelong Peninsula resident. He enjoyed many sports. He played football at Ferguson High School and excelled at basketball, softball, bowling, darts and pool. He was a first-class welder working for Dove Welding and Fabricating. He will be remembered for his genuine smile and friendly disposition.
Anton was preceded in death by his mother, Franziska Freed. He is survived by his father, James L. Freed; his brothers, Mike Freed and his wife, Shawne of Greeley, CO and George Freed of Newport News, VA; his sister-in-law, Ann Freed of Newport News; his nieces and nephews, Lauren, Nathan, Michelle and Michael Freed as well as many extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2022 at Weymouth Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 12 to 1:00p.m.
