Abrahamson, Frederick W. age 83, of Minnetonka, went home to our Heavenly Father Oct. 27. Loved and survived by his wife of 56 years, Bonnie; children, Debbie (Heinz), Danny (Kris), Molly (Jim), and Ben; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-granddaughters. Fred was a devoted Christian and worked as a funeral director for over 50 years. He was a veteran of WWII and a member of the Army Air Force. Fred was involved in numerous organizations and a frequent call-in guest of The Tommy Mischke Show, where he was known as "Undertaker Fred." Fred will always be remembered for his humor, kindness, strong convictions, generous heart, and having a song for every situation. Service at Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. S., Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2:00 PM. Interment following. Memorials preferred. The Funeral Directors 612-866-6711
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
havent forgotten undertaker Fred. Tommys show isnt quite the same without him coming on. I have some neighbors planted at lakewood, so some day, have to pay him a visit also.
David Jansen
October 24, 2008 | Minneapolis, MN
Hi Bonnie: I know you will miss Fred. My Fred & he are now meeting in heaven.
Joyce Shemanek
November 02, 2007 | Delta,, WI
Just caught the end of the holloween miske show, telling that Miske was attending Freds funeral.Some years ago, Miske gave me freds number,with his permission, and I spoke with him about getting togather some time to view my history of Central high scrapbook,I had assembled. Was just going to give him a call to see if he was still interested in seeing it.Have two of my neighbors buried at lakewood, will pay him a visit when i visit them. Hope he got his 21 gun salute.
David Jansen
November 01, 2007 | Minneapolis, MN
To the Family of Fred Abrhamson:
Fred was an inspiration to the crew here at Uptown Arbys. Always a song on his lips, the Good Word in his heart. I met Fred shortly after taking over the management here at the Uptown Arbys. He would come in twice a week ordering his small coffee and cherry turnover. He sat with his friend Mark in the mornings. He was a tremendous man. Always kind and he always had a story to tell. It was an honor knowing your husband and father. I wish you peace...
Paul Rustad
October 31, 2007 | Anoka, MN
Dear Abrahamson Family,
I wish I had known Fred personally, but the little glimpses that we got to see on kstp, made me smile, a warm feeling every time I heard his voice on my car/truck radio.
Fred was the nicest person I've ever known...of. When I heard Tommy giving a Eulogy yesterday I was truly saddened for our loss, your loss, the Worlds Loss.
Happy for His Glory!!!
Thanks Fred.
Mike
October 30, 2007 | Anoka, MN
Thanks for the memories Fred!! The stories you told us on AM1500 over the years have made us feel like extended family. You made each of us a little wiser.
Mark Anderson
October 30, 2007 | Hudson, WI
Many an evening in my life was enriched by hearing Fred on the radio. He was a true character who had great character at the same time. There aren't many people I know who qualify for one-of-a-kind status, but in Fred's case it's a given. I'm glad to have had the chance to have met him, shake his hand and let him know how much I enjoyed vigor for life.
Much love,
Donnie
October 30, 2007 | Big Time Minneapolis, MN
Abrahamson Family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Fred had such a wonderful presence. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prays are with you all at this time of sorrow.
Love,
The Belland Family
October 30, 2007
You will be missed. I enjoyed every story and every song. Although your flame is gone, you have left a spark in everyone you have touched.
Dirk Dixon
October 30, 2007 | Good Ol' St Paul, MN
