Johnathan Jerel ‘ManMan’ Freeman

Forever in Our Hearts Johnathan Jerel Freeman, affectionately known as ‘Man Man’ was the beloved son of Jonathan Bennett and Yolanda Freeman. Man Man was born on July 11, 2008, at Ochsner LSU Health E.A. Conway Medical Center in Monroe, Louisiana. Johnathan attended Brewer High School in Fort Worth, Texas. Johnathan, was preceded in death by his great-grandmothers, Velma Howard and Betty Freeman; his grandmothers, Patricia Freeman and Darlene Jackson Bennett; and his uncle, John "Edward" Freeman. He leaves to cherish his precious memories, his loving mother, Yolanda Freeman, and father, Jonathan Bennett; his grandmothers, Diane Howard and Delores Bennett; and his grandfathers, James Ruffin and Danny Reed. He also leaves behind the mother of his unborn child, Mariah Finklea; two sisters, Velma Bennett and Cymia Williams. He is survived by his aunts: Kimberly (Christopher) Nelson, LaDeirda and Rashante Bennett, Jamillia and Jamie Howard, Errica Anderson, LaRissa Freeman, , Shay Carter, Romika Rideaux, Angela, Anrashea, and Deanna Glass. His uncles include Tony , Mark , Ernest , DeMarcus , and James Freeman, Jeremy , DeVondre , and Marquise Bennett, and Reginald and Cay Howard. His cousins known as sisters include Jerliyah and Jayana Bennett, Mau'Hoganii Anderson, Haileii Freeman, Adrianna Freeman, Trenitti Freeman, Nova Robertson, Angel Wood, and Baby Maneisha Johnson. His cousins known as brothers include D'Ace Glass, Adrien Bass, Ja'Marcus Nelson, Brandon Anderson, Andre'Vion Anderson, Mack Puckett, Trentin Turner, Ja'Darious Howard, Josiah Howard, JarTavious Howard, and his uncle Tip. Man Man had a love for sports and enjoyed the excitement competition, and conversation that came with them. Sports were one of the things that brought him happiness and gave him something to enjoy and share with others. One of the most memorable thins about Man Man was his love for laughter. He had a roaring lion’s attitude but was as gentle as a teddy bear. His fun-loving spirit, contagious smile, and caring nature made him a joy to be around and a blessing to all who knew him. On October 16, 2026, Man Man’s earthly journey came to an end leaving behind a family and circle of friends whose hearts are forever changed by his passing. Although far too short, words cannot fully express the pain of losing someone so deeply loved. Even in grief there is comfort in knowing that love does not end when life does.