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Fredrick Fredricksen Obituary
Fredrick "Freddie" John Fredricksen, 72, of The Woodlands, Texas was called home by the Lord on March 5, 2012. He was born October 17, 1939 in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Ferdinand and Ruth Davis Fredricksen. He is also preceded in death by his sister Barbara Ward Taylor. Freddie is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, La Jean Fredricksen; children Fredrick J. Fredricksen III and wife Jin, Kimberli Leslie and husband Paul, Angie Gill and husband Darron, Stan Read and wife Amy. Papa adored his grandchildren Caroline, Natalie, Alexandra and William Leslie, Camryn, Caleb and Berkley Gill, Ella and Eden Read; half sisters Meryl Fredricksen Yackel and Cheryl Fredricksen Anderson; half brothers John Fredrick and JayDee Ross Fredricksen; nieces and nephews Fran Ward-Blanton, Ralph, Fred and Jim Ward.
Freddie received his Bachelors Degree in business from the University of Southern Louisiana where he played football. He was a member of the men's Quest group at The Woodlands United Methodist Church. Papa had a heart of gold and never met a stranger. He was a devoted, loving husband, dad and grandfather, who was loved by all and will be greatly missed.
Funeral Services are set for 10:00 A.M., Thursday, March 8, 2012 in the Robb Chapel at The Woodlands United Methodist Church, 2200 Lake Woodlands Dr., The Woodlands, Texas 77380. Graveside Services will be held at 3:00 P.M. in Pennington Cemetery, Pennington, Texas.
For those desiring, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Lymphoma/Leukemia Society.
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Samantha Bingham
April 11, 2012
I am so sad to hear about the loss of Mr. Fred. He was so amazing and always a supportive man. He will truly be missed! Dear LaJean and Freddie J. - please know that you both, along with the rest of this amazing family are in my heart and prayers. I am very blessed to have known him and he will always make me smile!
My deepest sympathy...
Samantha
Kathy Soncrant
March 16, 2012
La Jean, I just learned about Fred a few days ago and it was just recently I saw you. I can't tell you how sad I am for you and your family. reading the words of Jimmy Ward were the stories I used to hear From Freddie's sister, Barbara. She adored her brother. He was a wonderful man and I had occasions to see that, myself. I am so saddened by your loss and for your whole family. What a
lovely man he was. Please know you are in my prayers.
Karen Beatty Holleyhead
March 13, 2012
Mrs. Fredricksen and family of Freddie. I worked with him at Skytop/Brewster back in the 1970's, as H.R. Manager there, and he was a person who always stood out, his world of friends and contacts was endless; he never met a stranger and he had the most incredible sense of humor. Sincere sympathy to all of you bearing this loss of Freddie. All of us at Skytop/Brewster would easily and happily remember him. Sincerely, Karen Beatty Holleyhead
Kathy Pettit Wheat
March 12, 2012
Jean and Freddie, I am very sad to learn of y our loss of Freddie. It is a loss to all who knew or met him as he loves us all. My memory of him will always be his quick smile or teasing joke. I am blessed to have known him for many years! I know how much he loved you both.
Hugs to you and your family, Kathy
Jimmy Ward
March 12, 2012
It is with a heavy heart that I sign this book, I knew Freddie Fredricksen as my Uncle, a brother, a father and a business man. As an Uncle he was the ultimate in cool. He took me to my first baseball game at the Astrodome. I am an Astros fan till this day. As kids my brothers, Ralph and Freddie, and my sister Fran and I would visit in the summers and have a blast swimming in the pool and pond, fishing, playing in the game room (Captain Fantastic) and snake hunting.
As a brother, I can tell you no cared more about mom than her brother Freddie. I remember them playing gin together and he was either the worst gin player ever or he liked letting my mom win so she had a little extra spending money. When the family was having a rough time we moved to Conroe so we could be closer to my Uncle. Thank god for that!
As a father my uncle took care of his family and had the best work work ethic I have ever seen. He was the ultimate provider.
I remember my uncle telling me before I went to college to go into computers, this was 1982. Pretty good insight but I wanted to go into the oil business and be like my Uncle. He traveled the world, had nice cars, had nice clothes and had all of the greatest toys. He was always having fun! Not a bad role model, I think I turned out ok, thanks Uncle.
It's tough saying goodby to someone who has been such a important and fun part of my life, I loved you Uncle, Thanks for everything.
March 10, 2012
"Mr Fred" will be greatly missed, he bought my first plan ticket when I was 16, he was always giving and caring, our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
The Bret Nicholson Family
Ethel Patorno
March 9, 2012
My sympthany to La Jean and the children, Fran & brothers. Freddy was a great guy and will be greatly missed. It was good seeing him & La Jean when they were in New Orleans. I will always remember the good times we had growing up. Love you. Aunt Ethel
March 9, 2012
Freddie played ball for me at Fortier High school. Sure sorry to hear of his death. I seem to get reports of a number of my former students passing away. I am 85 years old and try to keep in touch with my students. My prayers will be for him and the family OJ Tournillon
Kerry O'Neal
March 8, 2012
I have nothing but fond memories from childhood of Freddie and hanging out with Freddie J at the lake house or in Toledo Bend. Mr. Freddie was always so generous and fun to be around. It is hard to believe he has left us. My heart and prayer go out to you all.
Sage Papaioannou
March 8, 2012
LaJean, Kim, Stan, and Angie, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Fred's passing. Please know that all of you are in my prayers.
Love, Sage
March 8, 2012
My Dearest LaJean,
My heart is heavy with shock and sadness to hear of Fred's passing! The world has truly lost a Great Man. The love he had for you, his children, all of his grandkids and his family was truly admirable.
Please know my Sincerest Thoughts are with You, Kim, Angie, Stan and your Family!
Love,
Brad Weems
Harry Barr
March 8, 2012
The world has lost a very wonderful person and Freddie will be sadly missed by all of his hundreds of business friends like myself not to mention his family and other friends. He was always a joy to work with. My sincerest condolences to his family.
Hunter Cochrane
March 8, 2012
Freddie's smile, cheerful outlook, and integrity will be missed. He was a man of sound character. I am sorry for your loss.
Margaret Weisinger
March 7, 2012
LaJean and family,
I was shocked and truly saddened when I read of Fred's going home in the newspaper today. He was an awesome guy!
He was always so caring and loving to everyone and will be missed by all.
I will be praying for you all during this time of sadness and during the days ahead. May God give you comfort and strength.
Alisa Turner
March 7, 2012
Our hearts are truly sadden to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Hugs to you all,
Alisa Turner and Family
Robin (Bradley) Latson
March 7, 2012
LaJean, Kim, Angie, Stan and all of your sweet family,
May your precious memories sustain you in the coming days. You will continue to be lifted up in my prayers. Much love to you!
Bryan Milligan
March 7, 2012
Mr. Fred,
You are an incredible man who believed in me, one that helped me along in everything I was involved in, pushing me every step of the way saying don't ever settle for anything less than perfect. You took me under your wing and found me employment with you and taught me your knowledge and drive. You helped me into the tool business from your contacts with Ingersoll-Rand which has provided and blessed my beautiful family for many years. Without you I will be lost for a short period but I will find you again.Thank you for equipping me, and thank you for pouring out your blessings on me. And most of all, thank you for being my mentor. You were like a father to me.
Alexandra Leslie
March 7, 2012
Papa(Freddie) Your the best thing that has ever happened to me! Your my best friend! I am speaking at your funeral, I can't belivie your gone this is like a worst nightmare! I'm glad I've got to spend the time with you! You are my hero! I love you and will never forget you!! I love you! R.I.P Papa
Bert Resweber
March 7, 2012
Fredrickson Family : I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My wife, Sue, and I went to USL with Freddie in the 60s. I played football with him and have many memories of his hard work and fun-filled antics on and off the field. Truly a great guy.
March 7, 2012
LaJean and Family our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you have peace and fond memories. Lulla and Bob Adams, Lufkin
March 7, 2012
LaJean and family..I was shocked and saddened to read of Freds passing. My prayers are with you..Love Carole Goodpastor..The Woodlands, Texas
Kat Coleman
March 7, 2012
So much fun being around while growing up. Freddie was like an wonderful uncle to my brothers and sisters and I. I will cherish the memories we have since early childhood. I will miss his great laughter and loving smile. God bless you all during this time.
Kat O'Neal Coleman
Roger Crooks
March 7, 2012
I will always remember my friend as being a joy to be around. His many friends and I will miss him greatly,but will cherish the fond memories.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Brian, Joanne, Tara and Lyla Senn
March 7, 2012
Dear Fredricksen Family - We are sad to hear that you lost your brother Freddie. We know you loved him dearly and will miss the great times you shared with him. Our prayer for you is to take comfort in the life lessons he taught you, embrace the smile he shared with everyone and know that his life was well lived.
March 7, 2012
Our family has such fond and loving memories of Freddie that go back 40 years. He was caring and kind and expressed love by "action".my heart and prayers go out to LaJean and the entire family. I'm sure it feels like a "light" has gone out and indeed it has. Love to everyone, Susan ONeal
March 7, 2012
Kim, Angie, La Jean, and Stan,
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Fred. He was always so much fun to be around. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Cathy Shuler Fulton
Bill and Janie Wier
March 7, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. May your many wonderful memories comfort you in the days to come.
Courtney Taylor
March 7, 2012
Dear Angie and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Fred's passing. I will remember his warm smile and loving heart. I am keeping you all in my prayers.
Love to you all.
Courtney (Stevens) Taylor
Jane Richard
March 7, 2012
Thank you for always including me like family. I am so honored to have such a long friendship with Angie(and Darron, too :-) We love your famly and loving spending time with you. Jane Richard
Laurence and Gerard Gesman
March 7, 2012
This is to my Dear, "always upbeat, "Smiler and Giver" who we will dearly miss.............! He will stay with us forever......., smiling away at all of us ......, what a Man......" Laurence and Jerry Gesman
Joe Copus
March 7, 2012
Incredible man, great neighbor, and good friend. Kevin, Casey, I are very saddened by your loss. he always had a smile and a great story to tell. we will miss him.
March 6, 2012
We are so sad to hear of Freddie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Larry & Brenda Klotz
March 6, 2012
Many fond memories. He will be greatly missed.
Katie O'Neal Galliano
March 6, 2012
I am so sad to learn of Mr. Fred's passing. He was like a "Papa" to our family growing up. My deepest sympathy.
Katie O'neal Galliano
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