Robert M. "Robb" Frederick

Robert M. 'Robb' Frederick NiskayunaRobert M. Robb Frederick, 55, of Niskayuna, passed away peacefully on August 28th at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Robb was born in Niskayuna, a son of Robert M. and Catherine Karen Gerken Frederick. He was a 1977 graduate of Niskayuna High School and graduated with honors from Hudson Valley Community College. He then went on to honorably and valiantly serve his country in the United States Army, where he was stationed in Germany. Robb continued his proud tradition of service by serving the people of Schenectady as a respected police officer from 1987, where he served on the Dive Team and the SWAT Team. He was as a detective when he retired in 2007. Following retirement, Robb worked as a school resource officer for Schenectady School District. Robb loved to play hockey and baseball. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle with his friend, JP, fishing and hunting with his cousin, Mike and friend, Pat. Robb was a faithful Notre Dame fan as well as his other beloved teams, the NY Rangers and the Yankees. Survivors include the love of his life and best friend, Ellen Winkler Frederick, with whom they shared 25 wonderful years; loving and devoted children, Robbie, Emily, and Jake; besides his parents he leaves behind his siblings, Kim (Marc) Bosy, Kevin (Nora) Frederick, Walter (Kathy) Frederick, Kristen (Neil) Schiavi, Kate Frederick-Kane (John); brothers-in-law, Michael (Jo) Winkler and Kurt (Andrea) Winkler; he is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, his beloved canine companion, Gia, and many wonderful friends. Robb was predeceased by his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Henry and Marge Frederico Winkler. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 6 at 1 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church, 816 Union St., Schenectady, with the Rev. Richard A. Carlino, officiating. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at St. John the Evangelist Church on Friday from 11 a.m. to the time of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Robb's memory to the Schenectady Autism Chapter, 2999 Hamburg St., Schenectady, NY 12303. To share your love and sympathy with the family, you are encouraged to visit, www. jonesfh.net.