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Richard Fredericks Obituary
Richard Lewis Fredericks, 94, of Brethren, died Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, at home with his family by his side.
He was born May 20, 1925, in Brethren, the son of Otto and Daisy (Graf) Fredricks.
Richard was a veteran of the United States Navy. He owned and operated Fredericks Phillips 66 gas station in Brethren. He also drove school bus for Kaleva Norman Dickson School District.
Richard was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, in Onekama, and had an unwavering faith in his Lord. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening.
On Nov. 18, 1950, at Trinity Lutheran Church, in Onekama, Richard married Marilyn "Micki" Wendt who survives him.
He is also survived by his daughter, Pamela Monroe, of Brethren; his grandchildren, Rich Lagerquist, of Jenison, Emily (Joe) Wilson, of Lake Leelanau, Jessica (Josh) Hoffman, of Thompsonville, and Matthew (Leslie) Monroe, of Sault Ste. Marie; his great-grandchildren, Morgan Lagerquist, of Plainwell, Oliver Wilson, of Lake Leelanau, Gwendolyn Hoffman, of Thompsonville, Benjamin Monroe, of Sault Ste. Marie, Hannah Monroe, of Sault Ste. Marie, and McKenzie Monroe, of Sault Ste. Marie; his sister, Audrey Glover, of Portage, and Norma Jean (Leslie) Kaskinen), of Central Lake; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Richard "Ricky" Fredericks; and his siblings, Harold Fredricks, Daisy Kurth, Leona Wagoner, Ray Fredricks, Norman Fredricks, Otto Fredricks, Kathryn Tritten Pihl, Lola Brown and John Fredricks.
Graveside services for family and friends will take place in the Brethren Cemetery in the spring.
Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church of Onekama, Homeward Bound Animal Shelter, or to Hospice of Michigan.
The Terwilliger Funeral Home, in Kaleva, is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.terwilligerfuneralhome.com.
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Mari Pearce
March 4, 2020
Remembering the very first time I met Uncle Rich (probably a cousin, but out of respect I called him Uncle) at the first Fredricks Family reunion my husband and I attended. He and aunt Micki were there front and centre and I was absolutely astounded that I had found so many new relatives .now have found even more. Rest In Peace Uncle Rich and I am trusting that you will be held in the arms of our Lord forever. Wish we lived closer and we extend our sympathies to all
March 4, 2020
I am sorry for the loss of your loved one, Richard. May the God of peace and comfort be with the family during this most difficult time.
Jeanne Lenz
February 29, 2020
You have my deepest thoughts,prayers and sympathy at this time.
Jim Bruce
February 28, 2020
Thanks for the memories, many a wonderful night by the campfire at Spirit of the Woods. Condolences and blessings to his wife and daughter. The Fredricks Family and the woods and waters around Brethern will always be special. Jim Bruce.
Dave and Bonnie Mathews
February 27, 2020
Our heartfelt sympathy
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