WILHOIT, Freda Marie Age 55, of Hamilton passed away on August 28, 2018. She was born on July 21, 1963 in Richland, WV. She is survived by her devoted daughters, Marlana (Dennis) Hammons, Danielle (William) Mayers, Jessica (Josh Pierson) Wilhoit; much loved grandchildren, Gage and Jade Hammons; and grand dog Remington. Freda is also survived by her sisters, Kay (Scott) Mills, Nora (Robert) Augustine, Reba Moore, and Robin (Adrian) Curlin; step children, Michael and Jennifer Willhoit; special friends, Emily Hall and Peanut; and numerous other family and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, Michael Wilhoit on June 28, 2004; parents, and her sister Betty. A celebration of her life will be scheduled for a later date. Condolences may be offered at www.avancefuneralhome.com Memorial contributions may be given to Animal Friends Humane Society, 1820 Princeton Rd., Hamilton, Ohio 45011.

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Published by Journal-News on Sep. 2, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Freda Wilhoit

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20 Entries

Marilyn Ellison

July 15, 2025

Freda is one of the special people that crossed my path of life that will always be remembered with her smiling face and warm demeanor. Freda you are missed. You were an angel on earth. I hope your family´s doing well. Best regards.

Marilyn Ellison

August 27, 2024

What a wonderful lady who is greatly missed. She was a light everywhere she tread. Miss her so much, especially her beautiful smile. She was and is still a guidepost for many if us how to enjoy life. RIP friend.

Marilyn Heath

August 26, 2023

Another year has passed and I still remember Freda. Like I said before, I keep Freda´s picture at my desk to remind myself not to let the days pass without appreciating all the blessings that we have. It takes a person like Freda to remind us of What kindness is all about. Condolence to Freda`s family and friends. She was an asset to all those that knew her and made Kroger a better place to shop. I miss you Freda, but I know that you are in heaven with all of the angels looking down on us and watching over us. I´m glad I got to know you and thanks for enriching in my life.

Marilyn Heath

January 23, 2022

This lady was so kind and sweet all of her days. When I think of her I see her smile. I know her family misses her. She was a fabulous person and was a positive influence in so many peoples lives while she worked at Kroger. Her smile radiated the room. You are missed. I know that you rest in peace.

Marilyn Heath

August 25, 2020

I was just thinking about Freda the other day. She is not forgotten by those of us that knew or were around her. A force of nature, Freda was, and the smile of an angel. Thanks Freda for reminding us that kindness is important and never immaterial. You RIP dear lady. We miss seeing you at Kroger. Prayers to your family as they have lost the most.

Marilyn Heath

August 25, 2019

Freda, I have your pic at my desk so that I remember to value life. Your smile, positive attitude and inner-joy is missed. To Freda's family, we hope that you are well.
The Kroger family is incomplete without you.

Marilyn Heath

April 22, 2019

I still miss you Freda. You were our guiding light of how to smile and move through life.

Prayers to well wishes to your family.

Connie

October 7, 2018

Ms. Freda was such a wonderful lady. I always loved seeing her when I went to Krogers. She made me feel extra special, and had the sweetest smile, even her eyes seemed to smile. Your Mother touched all of our lives by sharing her kindness. She will be missed deeply. Keeping you and your family in our prayers.

Lori

September 21, 2018

Frieda was such a wonderful, kind cashier. She was my favorite choice, I'd even choose to wait to have her ring my order. She always asked what my weekend plans were and then ask how specific details next time about my previous weekend we discussed. I loved all the sweet names she'd call everyone. She will be missed but not forgotten. RIP Freda.

Lynn Eaton

September 14, 2018

Freda was a sweetheart. I was one of her regular customers at Krogers. Even if her line was longer than anyone else's I would always go through it just to be able to talk to her for a while. She had a heart of gold and she made everyone feel like they were special. I went in there a couple of weeks ago and did not see her and was hoping that I could find her phone number that she had given me. We were supposed to have lunch together and now I wish so much that we had called each other sooner. I went to Kroger's today and saw her pictures in memorian and I'm just heartbroken. Just from some of the comments from some of the other people doing their shopping today I can tell you that she's going to be very very missed. She had a wonderful impact on everyone's life. I'm very sad and I give my condolences to her family. I'm going to miss her very much.

Melissa Holmes

September 14, 2018

I am so sorry for the loss of such a neat and sweet lady! My daughter Maddy went to school with her grandson Gage. Loved talking to her there and at Kroger. My daughter would insist going through her line. My prayers go out to her family and friends.

September 8, 2018

We loved seeing and talking to Freda at Kroger. We are stunned at her passing. She was a sweet lady and nice to everyone. We will miss her. Patsy and Henry Foister

Karen C

September 6, 2018

Freda was always so kind and friendly to me and my kids at Kroger. She would always have a smile on her face. I would go out of my way to get in her line. She will be missed.

September 5, 2018

I will miss seeing Freda's smiling face when I shop at Kroger. I would always look for her. There was not a day that I ran into her that she was not smiling. Freda will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.

henson tonya

September 5, 2018

what a sweet lady she will be missed very much

September 4, 2018

I am a customer at the Kroger where Freda worked. She was the best. She is one those people who radiated kindness. I will miss her smile and her hugs. She was such a special person. Condolences to her family and friends. I'm so sorry for your loss and the world's loss of such a beautiful soul.

l bates

September 4, 2018

Freda was just the best! I looked forward to seeing her at Kroger :)She was so kind and friendly. Always told me to have an EPIC day! I'll miss her

Marilyn Heath

September 3, 2018

When I saw Freda's picture in the obits I knew her right away...her smile radiates even in a picture. I am a customer of Krogers, where Freda worked and she stood out with her warmth toward everyone. She always, and never failed, to say hello with this vivacious warmth and caring. It's not often when we come across such a kind person who does not hold back with their friendliness. Freda was unique as she showed the world that everything as OK with her positive outlook on life. The sad truth is that we need more people like Freda who reach out to everyone, whoever they are. Freda seemed to care about everyone, people from all walks of life. Freda shared herself with all of her customers and made them feel special, even if it was only for the time that you spent in her line--she connected in so many ways with us all. No one was just a person in the crowd with Freda. She made everyone feel welcome. Again, I regret not taking the time to seek her out when I did not see her. To show her how special she was. Today I thought that the best way to commemorate Freda's memory is to live life to it's fullest and wear it with a smile. I've written all of these words as I think of Freda, but know truthfully that there are not enough words in the dictionary to give her the justice that she deserves. I cried today as I left Kroger, when I realized for certain that Freda was the person that I saw in the obit. I wish that I had taken the time in my rushing around to stop for a moment and tell her how much she impacted my life.... That lady with her smile and warmth made a difference in my life and I am certain that I was not the only one that she touched. I know this, Freda was welcomed with loving arms as she left this earth for her blessed position amongst all of those people before us that left the best mark of all, love. Thanks Freda for caring, even when you did not have to. I will remember your smile, the one that you wore all of the time as you looked across the store as I walked by...for all of us that were privileged to have crossed your life path. Freda knew something that I often forget, consideration for others.. I will try to take that lesson with me in her honor and recognize that there may not be a next time, so make it count... say thanks, smile when you are not feeling like it,and let others know that they are special. Thanks Freda for all that you gave.. I know that you rest in peace. My prayers are with your family and their loss.

September 3, 2018

Freda will be truly missed by all who knew her! R.I.P. sweet friend.

September 3, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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