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Ronald Freres Obituary
Ronald Peter Freres (Ron) passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2015, at Stamford Hospital surrounded by family. He was 72 years old.
Born on February 7, 1943, Ron was the son of the late Henrietta Jahnke and Peter Freres. He graduated with a degree in accounting from the University of Illinois and worked as a CPA at a number of firms, becoming a partner at Ernst & Young in 1977. He retired as a partner from PricewaterhouseCoopers and opened his own consulting business. Throughout his career he was very involved in the International Insurance Society.
Always an active individual, Ron was constantly on the move, playing bridge, socializing with friends, taking his wife to dinner, driving his grandchildren everywhere, and grilling out for family occasions. A selfless person, he gave everything of himself to make the lives of his loved ones better. Ron was an avid bridge player and an ABCL Bridge Life Master.
Ron is survived by his wife, Kristine Freres of Darien, his two daughters Kelsey Rothert and Jennifer Ziolkowski, his son Derek Freres, his brother Dennis Freres, and his three grandchildren Jack, Quinn, and Louise.
A memorial service will be held 10:30am, Thursday, December 3, 2015, at the Church of St. Cecilia, 1184 Newfield Ave, Stamford, CT. A private family burial will follow. Donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to Bennett Cancer Center, 1351 Washington Blvd, Suite 202, Stamford, CT 06902, or NYU FACES (Finding a Cure for Epilepsy and Seizures), 223 East 34th Street, New York, NY 10016. Arrangements are being handled by Edward Lawrence Funeral Home in Darien.
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Jeanne Saffer
December 3, 2015
My prayers are with Ron's family and friends. I met Ron when he was with E&Y and I was at C&L. When he joined our Firm I had the pleasure of working with him for many years. He was a true gentleman and will be missed.
Kathy and John Edwards
December 2, 2015
Dear Kris and family, We are so shocked and saddened to learn of Ron's passing. May the love of God and family and friends surround you and be a comfort at this difficult time. Kathy and John Edwards
Christa S Thomas
December 2, 2015
Dear Kris, Jenny, Kelsey and Derek, may the love of God surround you during this time of sorrow. You're in our thoughts and prayers... With Sympathy Christa and family
Addison Shuster
December 2, 2015
I am very sorry to hear of Ron's passing. He was an outstanding colleague of mine at C&L and PWC and a role model and friend to many including me. Please accept my sympathy.
Howard Carver
December 2, 2015
Our condolences to Kris and Ron's family. Ron and I started our careers together in the mid 60s at what is now EY. I always enjoyed my time with Ron and am sorry we did not have more contact in recent years. Ron had a real impact on my professional career and I am thankful we knew each other.
Sabine Goering
December 2, 2015
Dear Kris, I am so very sorry to hear that Ron passed away. Please accept my heart-felt condolences and be assured that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sabine Goering and Family
Sandra Meeks
December 2, 2015
Kris, I am so very sorry to hear about Ron. I do wish you and your family peace during these sad days. Sincerely, Sandra Meeks
Karen Martin
December 12, 2015
I am so sorry to here of Ron's passing. I remember him well from Luther North High School. God bless the Freres family and comfort them as they mourn the loss of Ron.
December 2, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. He was a friend in High School, but unfortunately lost touch after graduation. It was wonderful to read about his life and what a special man he had become. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and friends. Patti Simonides Wilson
Todd Meck
December 2, 2015
I am very sorry to hear this today. Ron is a role model for all of us. It's good that his grandchildren will remember him, as will the rest of us.
Arlene Blanche Mowry
December 2, 2015
Condolences to the Freres family from a Luther North high school classmate of Ron's. Blessings to all.
December 2, 2015
May God continue to bless your soul. My sincere condolences to the Freres family.
Arlene Martin
Chic Edward Martin
December 2, 2015
With great regret Lilli and I know what a loss to his immediate family. Ron was blessed with a loving family and will always be remember. Our condolences to the family.
The Dfederico family
December 2, 2015
To the freres family,we are so sorry for your loss.
Thom Coyne
December 1, 2015
Truly one of the most wonderful people I've ever known, as well as probably the most private...I could never get Ron to play the piano for me (us), and I'm sure we all knew he was "very good", as he was at all he cared for...especially his family! For sure we shall miss him, but perhaps some of us can try harder to be more like him. Take care my friend!
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