BROGUE Robert M. Frederick, 67, died Thursday, August 30, 2012, at 9:35 a.m. at The Haven at Springwood. He was the husband of Christine "Sparky" S. (Barrett) Frederick, with whom he celebrated their 3rd wedding anniversary September 23, 2011. Viewing will be Wednesday 5 to 8 p.m. at Workinger-Semmel Funeral Home and Crematorium, Inc., 849 E. Market St., York. Cremation will follow with burial to be in Susquehanna Memorial Gardens Friday at 10 a.m. Full military rites will be presented by the York County Veterans Honor Guard, of which Mr. Frederick was a member and past officer. A procession will form at the entrance to the cemetery at 9:45 a.m. Mr. Frederick was born March 28, 1945, in York, a son of the late John H. Frederick, Sr. and Olivia (Coxen) Van Heiningen. Mr. Frederick retired from Caterpillar as an electrician after 30 years and served as a Deputy Wildlife Conservation Officer of the PA Game Commission for 35 years. He was a U.S. Navy veteran during the Vietnam War, where he served as a Navy Seal. He received the following decorations for his heroic actions; Silver Star, Purple Heart and Navy Commendation with V device. He was a member of the Benevolent Protective Order of the Elks and White Rose V.F.W. Post #556. A life member of both the Veterans of the Vietnam War, Inc. Post #35 and the Military Order of the Purple Heart Post #390. He was a graduate of Susquehannock High School, Class of 1963 and a York Diver instructor. Surviving in addition to his wife are one daughter, Bobbie Hepfer and her husband Charles; one brother, John "Jack" Frederick, Jr.; two step-daughters, Karen and Kelly Behler; and one step grandson, Donovan Behler. He was preceded in death by a sister, Margaret Provenza. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Penn State Veterans Award, c/o Metro Bank, 2160 S. Queen St., York, PA 17402. www.workinger-semmel.com
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Christine, I know how hard it is to loose a loved husband.I just went through the same just one month before.Just found out about your loss today. My prayers are with you.
Christine Reachard
September 17, 2012
Bob was a wonderful person and I hope he knew how much I loved him. I will never forget all the wonderful things he taught me.
Linda Johnson (Flemmens)
September 13, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this great man. Bob was a great friend to us and worked with my son, Chris Roe, on his Boy Scout community service. Bob's life was so interesting and he was a decorated veteran, and yet so humble. I have thought of him often and miss him already. May he find peace and joy and a life ever after without pain.
Cheri Leiphart
September 5, 2012
Bobbi so sry to her about your dad you probably won't remember me but you and mom and dad spent alot of time at Jack Schrums when you were little he was a great friend and I will miss him very much, I have nothing but good memories of BOB, and all the good times we spent with him
Darlene and Butch Schrum, Fike
September 5, 2012
Mac will be forever missed. We spend 6 yrs in high school band, 6 months at Bainbridge Radio School and 3 1/2 yrs on active duty together. He also served as usher in our wedding.
Alton & Judy Glatfelter
September 5, 2012
Just received information on Bob's passing. I was a classmate and leader of our high school combo--"The Exciters". Your photo is exactly the expression I remember as in, "Are you really sure we want to do that?" I send my prayers and thoughts at this time of loss of a friend and classmate..
Steve Young
Harrisonburg, VA
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September 5, 2012
As a fellow drummer in the Susq Band and 1963 classmate of Mac, I always looked forward to seeing him at reunions. Rest in peace Mac.
Stan Bortner
September 4, 2012
So sorry to hear the sad news. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hilda Osborne Strunk
September 4, 2012
thoughts and prayers to my sister Bobbie your dad was a great man who left us with many wonderful memories cherish every one of them rest in peace now good man you will be missed
Billie and Neal Amspacher
September 4, 2012
My good friend from school, we shared many good times through grade school and high school, rest in peace brave warrior.
Gus Goodman
September 4, 2012
Dear Christine, What a trying time it must be for you and your family.
I am thinking of you and am with you in spirit.
Sukhdeep Gill
September 4, 2012
Bob was a very good friend to me. Debbie and I just can't express how much he will be missed. He was a good man and friend.His friend DALE S MILLER and WIFE
September 4, 2012
A very good friend from school days - Mac will be sadly missed.
John Berthold
September 4, 2012
Christine - you are in my thoughts and my heart. Hugs.
Sharon Christ
September 4, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Phil & Darlene Spies
September 4, 2012
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