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Frieda Worster Obituary

Frieda M Worster
1933 – 2015
AUGUSTA – Frieda Worster of Augusta, formerly of Winthrop, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 23, 2015 in Augusta. She was born in Norwood, Mass. on March 6, 1933 to the late Amie and Douglas Johnston.
As a member of 'The Greatest Generation', Frieda first worked at the Woolworth Estate in Monmouth, Maine with her mother and father, where he was a blacksmith for the Woolworth's drove of racing and working horses. She was a graduate of Winthrop High School class of 1951.
Frieda met the love of her life, Fred Worster of Hallowell, on a 1950 summer class trip to Florida with a group of high school students. It's said Fred took one look at Frieda and quickly put her bags in the trunk of his car. Frieda thought this was an impolite move and refused to ride in Fred's car. However, over the 4000 mile trip, they fell in love and only the Korean War was able to keep them apart for any length of time. Frieda and Fred worked together several times during the early years of their marriage, including The Worster House and then operating Freddy's Restaurant in Hallowell. They raised a family of 3 boys and 1 girl in Winthrop, spending most of their growing years on High Street and enjoying Maranacook Lake. Frieda took a hiatus from the workforce to become a homemaker and raise their children. She made sure the family was packed and ready to go on camping, hunting, and fishing trips the family frequently made. As her youngest child approached High School graduation she returned to work. She retired from the State of Maine in 2009 after more than 30 years of service, with many awards and honors from the state and Governor.
Frieda was predeceased by her husband
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Fred Worster, her parents, and her only sibling
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Douglas Johnston, of Wrentham, Mass. Frieda is survived by her children, Carla Gilley and husband Michael of Sidney, Dennis Worster and partner Donna Foster of Manchester, David Worster and wife Teresa, of Shelby, NC and Dale Worster and wife Rose of China; grandchildren Jeremiah Gilley, Michelle Gilley , Benjamin Worster, Rebecca Worster, Adam LeVasseur, Bob LaVasseur; and great- grandchildren Hayden LeVasseur and Gracie LeVasseur all of Maine. Her North Carolina legacy includes grandchildren Roddie Hoyle and Jessica Hoyle Hirschman; great- grandchildren Peyton Osborne, Emma Osborne, and Brayden Hirschman.
Frieda's family would like to extend their heart-felt gratitude to all of the care-giving souls that helped to care for her in her final months.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit Tuesday, April 28
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from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin St., Winthrop. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 29
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at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Route 133, Winthrop, with Rev. Paul Sullivan Celebrant. Interment will follow at 12:00 p.m. at the old Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Civic Center Drive, Augusta. Memories, condolences, photos and videos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of our website at www.khrfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers,
donations can be made to:
MaineGeneral
HealthReach
Hospice
P.O. Box 828
Waterville, ME 04903-0828

Published by Central Maine on Apr. 25, 2015.
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Dear Carla, Denny, David and Dale ,
Just wanted to let you know that my heart goes out to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Aunt Freda will be sadly missed . May you find peace in the Lord in knowing that your mom and dad are together . God bless you all! Love Pauline.

Pauline Hayden

April 29, 2015

Thinking of You, Dennis, at this sad time.

Love always-Bun

Diana Glover

April 28, 2015

Dave so sorry to hear about your mom. I know you will miss her. Will keep you in my prayers. My mom has been gone for 21 years but still think of her often especially during Holidays when we all got together. Bobbie Ivester

April 28, 2015

Mom, you will be missed and may the bowl of mashed potatoes forever be full. .

Joe Prisella

April 27, 2015

Dennis, so very sorry to hear about your mom. Sending you my prayers and love...

Judy Ellis

April 26, 2015

So sorry Carla for the loss of your mom, our prayers are with you and your family, love Gerry & Susan

April 26, 2015

Dennis and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to all.

Jane Jones

April 26, 2015

Carla,David & Dale: Sorry for your loss. Your
Mom always made sure we were doing the right
thing here at 53 Smith St. God Bless.

Mike Byron

April 25, 2015

Denny,David,Dale and Carla. Please know we are thinking of you during this most difficult time. Aunt Freda is reunited with Uncle Fred now. His "bachelor" days are over like my dads were in July. I am sure everyone is having a big hot dog and bean dinner tonight. Love, Kathy, Pam, Doug,Brenda, Kristen, Paige, Andrew and Alison.

Kathy Johnston

April 25, 2015

Carla, Dennis, Dave and Dale,

I'm so very sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. She was a special lady and always made me feel part of the family. I recall so many times over the years when we would bump into each other in Walmart she would always make a point to update me on all the most recent news in your lives. She was so very proud of all of you and your accomplishments. She touched many lives and we are the lucky ones to have known her, to have shared some time with her. My thoughts are with all of you and your families during this most difficult time.

Lynn Morang

April 25, 2015

Carla & family, very sad to hear about your mother! She was a lovely lady, always prim and proper, just a jewel !

Mary & Leo Moody

April 25, 2015

Carla, David & Dale, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a dear friend to my Mom. She sure loved to chat on the phone. My sisters & I would take that opportunity to misbehave when they were chatting! She is fondly remembered. She & Mom are friends again. RIP Freda. Thoughts & prayers. Love Dawn

Dawn Costello

April 25, 2015

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