Fred Myers Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Robert Thompson
September 17, 2019
Fred was a good friend of mine and hired me on at Ziegler in late 79'..I worked in sales till 1989 and always will remember his support and direction!
Terry Dwyer
September 16, 2013
There was no better friend than Fred during good times and bad.
Laurie Blanchard
September 15, 2013
It was a pleasure to see Fred whenever he stopped by Ziegler for a visit; he was always so positive and full of life--I will miss seeing him. He will have a special place in heaven for his love and support of so many people. My sympathies to the entire Myers family.
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Laurie Blanchard
September 15, 2013
It was a pleasure to see Fred when he stopped to visit us at Ziegler; he was always positive and full of life. I will miss seeing him but know that he is at peace and will have a special place in heaven. My sympathies to the entire Myers family.
Mary Lou Mathiowetz
September 15, 2013
My husband, Richard Mathiowetz, and Fred knew each other for many years through his working at Ziegler and then we helped him start his large accomplishment at Rebuild Resources. He was a good friend as well as a business associate. God Bless Him.
Mary Lou Mathiowetz, Sleepy Eye
greg fecho
September 13, 2013
I met Fred 30 some years ago , his daughter cindy married Pat Bray who was in my wedding, great people. I remember Pat always talking about Rebuild, What a great guy.
Jane & Jeff Myers
September 13, 2013
We will miss Fred! Always enjoyed hearing him at the piano and we were impressed by what he accomplished with the rebuild program.
September 13, 2013
I know my entry is being reviewed. Could I add the candle (Light a Candle option) to the entry. Thank you!
Chris Rotondi
Jeanne Kuchan
September 13, 2013
So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. My family and I used to love hearing my dad, Tony Kuchan, talk about the escapades of the "Magnificent Seven" (the Canton boys). My parents had such fun over the years with Fred and Barb. I know they treasured the friendship. I'm sure my dad was there to welcome Fred to his new home with open arms!
September 13, 2013
Dear Barb,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. You and Fred were so very dear and special to Mom and Dad (Martha and Tony Kuchan). All the years and experiences you shared together enriched their lives immensely. Fred was the thousandth man for Dad, as he was for Fred. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you as you deal with the loss of your beloved husband and father. May the support of loved ones sustain and comfort you through this difficult time.
Chris Rotondi and family
September 13, 2013
Sorry about Fred's passing he was a great friend..Vaughn
September 12, 2013
I know of your program Rebuild Resources. You started a wonderful organization. Rest in peace!
Annette Butler
September 11, 2013
To the Myers family... I am so sorry for your loss. I am a friend of Jo's and I know how much she will miss her father! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tom Emison
September 11, 2013
Freddie, you fantastic, wild change agent! We will miss you, but your spirit infected all of us positively - so very postively. As a guy in recovery, and as a construction industry advisor, you and I shared two special bonds, which I will never forget. Between us, we kept several decades of sobriety! To your family: some people walk through life wondering in they ever made a difference. You need never worry about that with Freddie. He was a rock of a man, an insipiration and the ultimate 12-stepper. He made a difference constantly. God has a special place for him alongside our Savior, Jesus, where Freddie will probably tire Him out with ideas for building and improving on Heaven's glory! Tom Emison
September 10, 2013
Fred was an amazing person,an inspiration to me and all that met him. He was always helping everyone. He will be missed. Fred and the family will be in our prayers.
Mayor Tom Ryan and Dianne
September 10, 2013
Fred was really another brother to my Dad, Tony Kuchan, and he and Barb were wonderful friends to my Mother, Martha. I grew up hearing stories of Fred's and Tony's escapades. I know they will continue to enjoy each other always.
Cathy Kuchan Krall
TEB
September 10, 2013
Fred was a wonderful father and a great friend of the oppressed. His spirit and enthusiasm wil be missed. He always had a smile on his face whenever, wherever I had the pleasure of meeting him. Not only will we miss him, Humanity will miss him! God Speed
Bernita Trigg
September 10, 2013
Diane and family. So sorry to learn of your brother's passing. We will keep you in our prayers. With sincere sympathy. Bernita & John Trigg
September 10, 2013
Barb and family,
PJ and I want to extend our heartfelt sympathies to you at this difficult time of grief. I can already picture Fred up at the pearly gates asking, "Why are we building all these prisons?".
As you know, Fred was like a father/brother to me and I feel truly blessed to have been on his team for so many years with Rebuild and having him as my sponsor was a Godsend, indeed.
It is not possible to count all the lives that Fred touched over the years. I know that I am among the hundreds that can thank him for the sobriety and life that I enjoy today. I also know that all the many accomplishments that Fred achieved would not have been possible if it were not for you being by his side. You were HIS ROCK, the anchor of the family and Fred told me many times how much he owed to your patience and love.
We love you and as Fred always said when we parted, "Keep the Faith"
Jim
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