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Apr 3, 1968 - Oct 6, 2024
I am very saddened to hear of Freddy's passing. My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Summers family. I have many great memories of Freddy from our time together at college in SAE, many years of playing softball together, and multiple trips to the Indy 500. He will be greatly missed by everyone lucky enough to have know him. His unique and infection laugh will be forever in my mind.
Jeff Lindlow
October 11, 2024 | O FALLON, MO | Friend
We extend our deepest sympathies to the Summers Family for the loss of Fred Jr. who was taken far too soon. The entire Summers Family was blessed to have Fred Jr. in their lives as he was such an exceptional person.
The Sweeney Family
October 11, 2024 | Overland Park, KS
I’m sorry to hear about Freddy’s passing. I spent a lot of time with Freddy growing up as he lived one street over from us in fountain Ridge. we played baseball football and basketball all summer growing up. The thing I remember about Freddy He was always moving and had funny funny stories. I remember he could still outrun everybody even the year broke his leg and was in a cast, I think riding dirt bikes. he was a good man and a good person.
Erik Miner
October 10, 2024 | Indianapolis, IN | Friend
Freddy was my teammate in football and track & field at Merrillville High School. Freddy was a great 110 & 300 hurdler in high school. We were both part of some great 1600 meter relay teams during the era of 1984-1986. I am so sorry to hear about his passing. He was a great athlete but an even better person. He always had great advice for me prior to the 400 meter dash. Freddy was just a kind person. Prayers to Lance and the rest of the Summers family. ~ D. Bunda
Dennis Bunda
October 10, 2024 | Valparaiso, IN | Classmate
I am heartbroken to hear about Fred's passing. I pray that God would comfort you through friends and wonderful memories of the good times you shared with him. Peace be with you, Amen.
John Egnatz
October 09, 2024 | Frankfort, IL
Fred was 1 of a kind. I worked with Fred a few times and he always had me laughing. 1 hell of a ironworker. God bless Fred and the summers family
Tim Tinsley
October 08, 2024 | Coworker
He was a gentleman to work around and with,prayers to Fred and family
DOUGLAS WALSTRA
October 08, 2024 | Chesterton, IN | Coworker
Fred was part of an amazing ironworker family. They made our Union stronger over many years. I was honored to work with and around Fred and his family for many years. My condolences to all of the Summers family.
Daniel Mock SR.
October 08, 2024 | Lake Station, IN | Friend
It was great being around you on the job Freddy. You were always quick to smile and had a great positive attitude. I know you're going to be so missed by your family,friends and by your other brother Ironworkers. My condolences to all, rest in heaven brother, you left this world far too soon.
Jeff Neyhart
October 08, 2024
Fred G. Summers Jr.
A beacon of love and loyalty, passed on October 6, 2024, at Community Hospital in Munster, leaving a lasting impact. Fred was born to parents Fred G. Summers Sr. and Sherri (nee Crowell) Summers on April 3, 1968, in Hammond, Indiana. He was a 1986 Merrillville High School and 1990 Indiana State University graduate. Fred cherished memories of SAE, ISU track, and his friends. As a dedicated Iron Worker and union member of Local 395, his integrity and work ethic motivated others. His family and friends were enriched by his presence, as he was a brilliant and captivating storyteller. He took great pleasure in spending time with family and friends, especially his cherished grandbabies. The remarkable journey of Fred and Christi's love commenced with a simple yet profound moment – Christi spotting Fred mowing the lawn- and evolving into an unbreakable bond, forever sealed on November 5, 2003, with their heartfelt marriage in Porter Co.
Fred is survived by his loving wife of 20 yrs, Christi (nee Nordyke) Summers; son, Carson Snyder; two daughters, Payton Summers and Katlynn (Zac) Geiselman; grandchildren, Raelynn Wood, Jackson Davis, Mason Tippins and Scarlette Geiselman; father, Fred G. Summers Sr.; mother, Sherrie (nee Crowell) Summers; brother, Lance (Dana) Summers; sister, Holly (Noel) Cullen; father-in-law, John Nordyke; mother-in-law, Sue Nordyke; numerous nieces and nephews, and great-niece and great-nephew; numerous bonus children, and other loving family members and friends. In lieu of flowers donations to American Lung association in Fred’s memory maybe made to American Lung Association 115 W. Washington St, STE 1180-S Indianapolis, IN 46204.
Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel 5341 Central Ave. Portage, In are entrusted with cremation. (219) 762-3013 or online condolences maybe shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com
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