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Herbert Freitag Obituary
He was born in Cassopolis, MI the son of the late Gustav and Erna (Posenauer) Freitag. 'Herb' or 'Mick' as he was affectionately known by his family and friends graduated from Skaneateles High School and served honorably in the Air Force in the mid 1950's. Mick was a lifelong farmer and 45 year employee of General Electric (more recently known as General Dynamics) where he worked as a Technical Publications and Training Specialist, helping to advance the US Navy's ballistic missile defense program. Mick's warming smile and charismatic ways made it real easy to enjoy his company, wherever he was. He will be sadly missed.
He is survived by his loving companion, Veronica 'Roni' Benson of Skaneateles; children Caroll (Michael) Maholick of SC, Allen Freitag of Skaneateles, Carrie Freitag (Margaret Kerouac) of NH, and Karen Davis 'adopted daughter'; grandchildren Andrew and Michael Yi, Zachary 'Erik' Maholick, Karley and Ava Davis; a brother Heinz 'Hank' (Ronna) Freitag of CA, as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Beverly, a son William, and brother Harry Freitag.
A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated Friday, Nov. 12 at 1:00 pm in St. Mary's Church, Auburn. Burial was in Soule Cemetery where military honors were accorded, followed by a gathering at the Freitag Farm in Skaneateles.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Mottville Volunteer Fire Department or the National Organization of Parents of Murdered Children (pomc.org).
Arrangements by Pettigrass Funeral Home.
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Cyndi Palmer-Ham (Freitag)
September 23, 2024
I'm sorry for your loss. I have only fond memories of Mick.
Mary Leoncini
December 8, 2021
Roni,
I was so sad to hear about Herbie and I will miss him (and you) at our monthly Teo´s gatherings. I have lots of great memories. So many that I will never forget him.
Mary
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Claire Marchand
November 17, 2021
Dear Roni and Herb´s family,
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Please accept my Deepest Condolences on the loss of Herbie.
He was a wonderful man and I´m sure going to miss him.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Again I´m so sorry and pray for all of you.
Love,
Claire
STAN C,
November 17, 2021
IT WAS A PLEASURE KNOWING AND WORKING FOR HERBIE WHILE IN PITTSFIELD,,,,MAY GOD BLESS.
Joe Colella
November 10, 2021
Thank you for your service.
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