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FREDA PALMER Obituary

PALMER, FREDA May 10, 1905 to Oct. 7, 2010 Freda Palmer of Rancho Bernardo, passed away on October 7, 2010 at the age of 105. She was born Freda Maier in Stuttgart, Germany on May 10, 1905 and immigrated to the United States through Ellis Island, New York in 1923. She married Karl Palmer in 1928 and lived in New Jersey until retiring to Rancho Bernardo in 1969. Karl preceded her in death in 1992. During the last 10 years of her life, Mrs. Palmer enjoyed her philanthropic activities. Recipients of her contributions include the San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park, and the Palmer Special Care Residence for Alzheimer's named in her honor. She is survived by cousins, nephews, great-nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews. A memorial is scheduled for November 1, 2010 at 1 p.m. at the Casa de las Campanas Dinner Theater, 18655 West Bernardo Drive, San Diego.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Oct. 29, 2010.

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Andie Wilcox

November 2, 2010

Freda was an exceptional human being. She seemed to live very simply - but relished in that livestyle.I had the honor meeting and spending time with her.I enjoyed her stories about immigrating to the US to follow her true love. she was incredibly brave and progressive for her time...such a beautiful young pioneer. I met Freda whhen I worked at Palaomar Pomerado Health.She was very supportive of the Foundation. I enjoyed our visits and lunches.What a great lady - she will be missed.

Sally Cochenour

October 30, 2010

Freda was a very special person and I shall never forget her

june shayler

October 29, 2010

Goodbye dear friend. You will be greatly missed. God bless you and keep you.

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