Spearville - Billie Dean Freel, 81, died August 6, 2025 at Southwind Senior Living Center in Spearville, Kansas.  He was born on February 18, 1944 at Jetmore, Kansas the son of Alex and Wilma (Meredith) Freel.

He enjoyed collecting antiques and restoring antique furniture. Mr. Freel worked as a salesman for Kirby Vacuum Company. He was a very loving and caring person and never met a stranger. He was very meticulous when it came time to cleaning his car, his house and any other location he thought needed tidying.

He is survived by his children Tana Freel of Dodge City; Tad Freel and wife Dot of Bella Vista, Arkansas; Tisha Freel - Dover and husband Tracey of Greer, South Carolina; Tiffany Besser and husband Shawn of Spearville; Ty Freel and wife Valarie of Fowler. He is also survived by one sister Karen Goodman of Aurora, Colorado and nineteen grandchildren and twenty two great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and his beloved1995 Mercury Cougar car.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one grandson Bret Besser, three sisters Elva, Patti, Bonnie and six brothers Norman, Daryl, Byron, Harlen, Jack and Rod.

Private Memorial service will be held at a later date. There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place.  Memorials are suggested to the Donor's choice in care of the funeral home.  Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.