Frederick D. Eckes, 70, of Dimock Twp., PA, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at his home. He was born on May 19, 1954 in Yonkers, NY, to the late Frederick E. and Ida M. (Tomassetti) Eckes.
Surviving is his wife of 38 years, Cathleen (Buckman) Eckes, sister, Linda Buckman, brother-in-law John (Greta) Buckman, nieces, Christine (Peter) Buckman-Carrolla, Kelly Ann (Vincent) DiGiorgio, nephews, Mark (Mara) Buckman and Brent Buckman, grand nieces, Kate, Sarah, Erin, and Morgan Buckman-Carrolla. He was predeceased by his brother-in-law, Harold Buckman.
Fred graduated from Saunders Trade and Technical High School, Yonkers, NY in 1972. He worked for 43 years as a Tractor Trailer driver for many companies as well as self-employed; his last employers were Stony Mountain and Agawam Associates. He was given the Million Miles Trucker award. Fred enjoyed boating, hunting and fishing.
A Funeral Rite will be held at 3:30 p.m. Thursday November 7, 2024 at the Daniel K. Regan Funeral Home, with Rev. Phillip Ryappan officiating. Visitations will be held Thursday 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and Friday 2-4 p.m. at the funeral home.
Donations in Fred’s name can be made to: United Fire Company, or the Montrose Minute Men.
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