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Joseph Frade Obituary
December 19, 1930
January 18, 2016
Joseph Anthony Frade was born on December 19, 1930 in Yerington, Nevada. He was the oldest child of Antone and Anna Frade. He graduated from Yerington High School and attended the University of Nevada, but after one year he was called back home to help with the Ranch.
Joe married Lola Savini on New Year's Eve, December 31, 1950. They were High School classmates. In their junior year Lola become his sweetheart. They were married in the Catholic Church and celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this past New Year's Eve, unfortunately while Joe was in I.C.U. at Renown Medical Center.
Joe owned and operated Frade Ranches, Inc., Valley Dairy, Inc., and Valley Beverages, Inc., until his retirement in 2015.
On December 22nd, Joe and Lola were traveling to Spring Creek, Nevada to spend the holidays with their grandchildren. Tonja Gill was driving them when they were hit by a drunk driver 10 miles west of Lovelock, NV. Joe and Lola were both taken to Renown Medical Center by CareFlight. Tonja and her son, Cy, were transported by ambulance. Unfortunately Joe took the brunt of the injuries. He put up a good fight, but on January 18, 2016 he succumbed to his injuries with his wife and son by his bedside.
The last month of Joseph's life did not define the wonderful life he had. He was loved and respected by many. He was very active in numerous clubs: 20-30 Club, Rotary, Hope Lodge, Eastern Star, and the Pizen Switch Shriners. He also served on the Lyon County School Board. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with friends and family.
Joseph is survived by his loving wife. He is also survived by his son Matt (Debbie) Frade, a daughter Toni Jean Garms and family, grandsons Joe (Tonja) Gill, Scott (Dondi) Gill, Ty (Holly) Frade and grandaughter Kacie (Eldon) Buckley. He had 6 great grandchildren: Regina, Cy Mylee, Harper, Spencer and Skyler. Joe is also survived by his sisters, Louise Barton and Maryanne Roberts, his brother Bill Frade, and their families. He was also very close to Teresa Nesmith and Gino Savini, Lola's sister and brother.
Per Joe's request there will not be a service. He wished to be cremated and have his ashes spread over the Ranch. In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to one of the many service clubs he was so proud to be part of.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Frade
February 5, 2016
Lola and all the Family, we are so sad to hear of Joe's passing. He was the nicest man and a big part of our Valley's history. Sincerely, Tim and Leanna Ogle
Bruce/Debra Rosaschi Garner
February 5, 2016
Lola and family, please know that we are very saddened by Joe's passing. He was a great friend of the Rosaschi family in Yerington.
His loss will leave a hole in the fabric of Mason Valley.
Thoughts and Prayers. We can be reached at 425-338-3473 if you need anything.
Colleen Castello
February 4, 2016
Lola and family, very sorry for your loss, my sincere sympathy, prayers for you and family.
Tom & Denny Cornell
February 2, 2016
Our hearts are greatly saddened by the news of your tragedy. He was such a fine man and anyone thinking of him wiill have a smile, a chuckle and feel so blessed to have known him. May God bless you and comfort you during these sad times. Tom & Denny Cornell (Sparks)
Erik King
January 28, 2016
Toni Jean, My heart goes out to you and your family. Your Dad was a great guy and I had many laughs with him.Take care.
Fr. Jim and Bunny Jeffery
January 28, 2016
My wife Bunny and I remember Joe from our masonic gatherings. He would always come to us with a warm greeting and gentle manner. We add our remembrances to those of others who will miss him.
George/Linda Mortensen
January 28, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers, with all our love, goes to the Frade Families. Joe was an amazing man who loved his valley. He will be missed.
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