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Bridget Frese Obituary

Frese, Bridget (Anne) WATERVLIET Bridget Breeyear Frese, age 44, died October 13, 2007 at Albany Medical Center. Born in Albany, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Anne Wickert Breeyear and the wife of the late Joseph Frese. Bridget was a graduate of Albany High School. She retired from the Town of Colonie Public Service Division as a police and fire dispatcher. She received many awards for her service, including dispatcher of the year. She also taught radio communications to emergency personnel. She was an auxiliary member of the Shaker Road-Loudonville Volunteer Fire Department and Knights of Columbus. She enjoyed handicrafts, reading, traveling and family. Bridget was a wonderful woman who was loved by all. She is survived by her fianc?, John Bradley. Beloved sister of Deborah Breeyear, Elizabeth (Brian) Dunphy, Bernadette (Glen) Henry, and Charlotte (Roy Davis) Breeyear; and sister-in-law, Mary Breeyear. Cherished aunt of Bernard III, Rebecca and Daniel Breeyear and Colleen and Patrick Dunphy. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her brother, Bernard Breeyear, Jr.; and her uncle, Admiral Wickert; and aunts, Pearl and Flora Wickert. Funeral 9 o'clock Wednesday morning from the Reilly & Son Funeral Home, Colonie and at 10 o'clock at Holy Family Parish, 283 Central Ave., Albany. Burial will be in Memory's Garden Cemetery in Colonie. Callng hours will be Tuesday from 4 - 8 p.m. in the funeral home. reillyandsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2007.

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Lin & Ted Jackson, and Devin

October 27, 2007

Betty & Family:
May the Lord comfort you and your loved ones and give you His peace at this difficult time of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nan Mahoney

October 23, 2007

Bernadette and family,
I just heard about Bridget's passing. I am so sorry for your loss.

Sue Boss

October 20, 2007

Colleen & family-

so sorry to hear about your loss. She sounded like a fantastic lady.
We are thinking of you.
Dan, Sue, Courtney & Amanda Boss

Matthew Sousa

October 18, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I am sorry for your loss.

Michelle Mickiewicz

October 18, 2007

Betty and Family,

Please know that our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you now and always.

Michelle and Krystal

Laura Wagner - Polec

October 18, 2007

Debbie, Bernadette, Charlotte and family
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I am so sorry to hear of Bridget's passing. It has been a long time since our school and girl scout days. I have thought of you all often. My prayers are with you. Take care.

Gerry & Sue Murphy

October 17, 2007

We were so saddened to hear of Bridget's passing. We have great memories of Bridget that we will never forget. Our sympathy to you all....

Lynne Forner

October 17, 2007

Debbie,
I was so sorry and shocked to hear of Bridget's passing. She was a wonderful caring person and will be missed. Please take care and hope to see you soon.

Howie & Andrea

October 16, 2007

Betty and Family;
Andrea and I were stunned to here of Bridget's passing. She's with God in a better place but will be missed by all she touched. She, and all of your famly are in our prayers.

God Bless!

william miller

October 16, 2007

bridget was a good friend of mine we talked on the phone every day and i'll miss talking to her.her suffering is over she is with god now

Chuck & Berni Penfield

October 16, 2007

Betty & Brian,
Please extend our deepest sympathy to all of your family at this sad time. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless;

Bill Sprague

October 16, 2007

Deb and family,
Our family extends our deepest sympathy. She is in God's hands and happy at last.

tina new

October 16, 2007

Bernadette,
I always still think of you and seeing this made me think of you more. You & I am so sure your sister are such kind souls. I am praying for you and your family. I will always remember your compassion. I am sad to see this. Tina

Jean Klob

October 16, 2007

Charlotte and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your sisters passing. May your many memories and prayer help you through these rough times. If there is anything you need, feel free to contact me

Anne Coyle

October 15, 2007

Betty and Family: I am so sorry for the loss of your sister Bridget. My thoughts and prayers are with you during the days ahead.

Robin Tomlinson, NYSP

October 15, 2007

Deb and Colleen,

My sincere sympathies on the passing of your sister and mother. May you hold fond memories close to your heart and find comfort in your friends and faith.

Marianne Mitchell

October 15, 2007

Deeply touched by both knowing Bridget and your Mother, I feel saddened bu her early death. Bridget was always so happy, kind and full of life. it was my pleasure to have known the both of them.

Bob & DeLora Miles

October 15, 2007

Dear Breeyear Family, Bob & I were shocked and deeply saddened to see Bridget's obituary in today's paper. You all know how much you mean to us. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Michael Fahey

October 15, 2007

Charlotte -

I'm so sorry to learn of your sister's passing, and extend my sincerest condolences to you and your family.

mary and Ken Kindlon ( Stallone )

October 15, 2007

We were so sorry to read in the paper that Bridget had passed away. We don't get to see our friends anymore but we sure remember you all so well. Being neighbors with you always brings back fond memories, and a wonderful childhood life.
Peace be with you all

Louise McIntyre

October 15, 2007

My deepest sympathy and love is sent to you in this time of grief and loss.
Briget was so full of fun and creativity, and she'll be missed by everyone who knew her.

October 15, 2007

I remember Bridget as a very caring and compasionate person. Love, a friend

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