Frederick E. Leydet

Frederick E. Leydet, 75, of Vincennes, IN went to be with his Lord on February 8, 2025, just 12 short days after his beloved wife, Donetta, passed. He was born April 27, 1949, in Logansport, IN to the late Charles and Janet (McNaught) Leydet. Fred graduated from Logansport High School in 1970. He married the love of his life, Donetta Hall, on September 3, 1972. Fred worked for several years at Vincennes University, while obtaining his business degree. Fred worked as a self-employed contractor for many years, then returned to school, earning his culinary degree. In retirement, he chose to work at Farbest Foods, where he shared his baked goods with coworkers. Fred was a devout member of Fellowship Baptist Church with his wife. 

In his free time Fred and Donetta loved teaching the word of the Lord. They were both involved with Campers on Missions, KAIROS Prison Ministry, and the Walk to Emmaus community. Fred also volunteered through the American Red Cross for Disaster Relief. Fred enjoyed fishing, deer and rabbit hunting, camping, cooking, boating, being outdoors, teaching his family, and collecting kitchen appliances and gadgets. He will be deeply missed. 

Fred is preceded in death by his parents Charles and Janet Leydet; wife Donetta Leydet; siblings Charles "Mac" and Dick Leydet; brother-in-law Dick Banta. 

He is survived by his sister Janice Banta; children Frederick E. (Elisha) Leydet II, Mike (Renee) Leydet, Carol Leydet, Jessica (Jerry) Richardson; 16 grandchildren Marissa (Nick) Goodchild, Ashtin Leydet, Heather Leydet, Freddie Leydet, Branton Leydet, Daylan Leydet, Rhiannon Leydet, Sarahgrace Leydet, Hope Leydet, Daniel Leydet, Eden McCormick, Sam Madlem, Max Madlem, Logan Richardson, Mattie Richardson, Gwen Richardson; great-grandchildren Jayce, Greyson, Charley, Harmony, Augustus and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. 

Goodwin-Sievers is honored to be entrusted with the care of Fred. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 524 Broadway St. from 11 am to service time. Service time will begin promptly at 1 pm with burial at Memorial Park to follow. 

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to aid with funeral expenses and to Campers on Missions. 

The family would like to give special thanks to Eddie and Diana Leydet for the 24-hour care of Fred and Good Samaritan Hospital and Hospice.