Esther Ruth Frederick

Esther Ruth Frederick obituary, Providence, KY

Esther Ruth Frederick

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Esther Frederick Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Lewis Funeral Home LLC - Providence on Nov. 6, 2025.

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Esther Ruth Frederick,91, of Robards, KY on November 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren at her home in Robards, KY.
Esther Ruth was born on April 1, 1934, in Providence, KY, the daughter of the late Mr. Theodore Frederick and Mrs. Ruth Elizabeth Hall. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Teddy and David Cole Frederick.
Esther cherished life and all of those around her. A beloved mother not only to her children but to every child in her community. She devoted herself to nurturing and supporting others. Her passion for cooking and service flourished during her many years as the owner of North-South Truck Stop in Robards, KY.
She is survived by her daughters, Angie (Jim) Steinwachs of Robards, KY, Francene (Bill) Brantley of Sebree, KY,, her sons, Frankie (Roxy) Musarra, John Musarra both of Henderson, KY, and Michael Musarra of Central City, KY; her sisters, Michelle Stone of Dixon, KY, and Terrye Phillips of Eddyville, KY, her brother, Keith Frederick of Providence, KY; and sister in laws, Marilyn Frederick of Bluffton, SC, and Barbara Frederick of Providence, KY.
Left to cherish her memory are her dear friends and caregivers, Linda Whitledge and Sherri Musarra, her fourteen grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Mike Musarra Jr., Tydus Stone, Frank Musarra IV, Kaleb Duckworth, John Musarra II, and Zach West.
Graveside services will be held on Saturday November 8, 2025, at 11:00AM at Lakeview Cemetery in Providence, KY with Pastor Brian West officiating.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Wellspring Community Church or Saint Anthony's Hospice.
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Upcoming Events

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Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

Lakeview Cemetery, KY, Providence

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