Frederick "Santa Fred" Selinsky

Frederick Selinsky (Santa Fred) died Oct 6, 2025. He was born in Syracuse, N Y. On Oct 24,1949. He served our country in the U S Navy for 21 years and retired as a Chief Petty Officer. He is survived by his wife Chery Selinsky.He is also survived by three brothers and two sons, one decreased and a stepson and grandchildren. He lived a full and rich life. He was a professional photographer, worked in law enforcement, ranch foreman, enjoyed panning for gold with his dog Willie. A big joy was going on his motorcycle, Donder, on road trips with his brother Mark. He was a volunteer with Hospice of the Valley and Hope and a Future foster children as Grandpa with his. wife as Grandma for their camp. He was also active in the VFW. He was very active in the local and national Santa world. He believed in "Keeping the spirit of Christmas in your heart all year long" He had a big heart that also had room for his dogs.
In lieu of flowers Kindly make a donation to Hospice of the Valley, 9435 W Peoria Ave, Peoria AZ 85345 Graveside service is Nov 4, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the National Cemetery in Cave Creek AZ There will be a celebration of life in early 2026