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Ted Frey

1944 - 2022

Ted Frey obituary, 1944-2022, Grand Rapids, MI

BORN

1944

DIED

2022

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Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service

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Grand Rapids, Michigan

Ted Frey Obituary

Frey, Ted 4/26/1944 - 4/11/2022 Edward "Ted" John Frey, Jr., age 77, of Ada passed away peacefully at his home on April 11, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He was a beloved father, son, husband and brother. A celebration of Ted's life will be held 3:00pm on Monday May 9, 2022 at the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in the Huizenga Grand Room 1000 East Beltline Ave. N.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49525. A reception will immediately follow until 6:00pm.

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Published by Grand Rapids Press from Apr. 13 to May 1, 2022.

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The Rev. Dr. Brocato

April 7, 2023

Remembering the beloved Frey Family on this important anniversary. May God give you comfort and peace. The Rev. Dr. Christian Brocato, St. Mark's

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April 29, 2022

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Lori Beck

April 28, 2022

This is such sad news I worked with Ted at Union Bank and ran into him numerous times through the years it was always great to sit & chat and get caught up on each other's life. He was such a wonderful loving, giving person who will be greatly missed by many. My condolences to the family.

Gary Goode

April 18, 2022

My condolences to the extended Frey family. His many contributions to West Mi. are commendable. He was a terrific class mate and friend.

Nancy Maier Richard

April 18, 2022

I am so saddened for the loss of E. J. He was a wonderful friend at Ottawa Hills High School and I have many fond memories.
My thoughts and prayers to his family.

Dick and Linda Antonini

April 18, 2022

Ted made a difference in many people´s lives. Hoping you´ll find comfort in the memories that are yours to cherish always. Words are never sufficient at this time, but we want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Owen Rottschafer

April 18, 2022

My condolences to you in your time of grief.
Ted was a great guy and he will be missed by all.

Sarah and Rita LaVoie

April 18, 2022

David, John, Mary, Cythnia and Sarah,
So very sorry for your loss. Ted always livened up the house with his wit and philosophical conversations with my dad. I was lucky to be a part of watching his young family grow...he always took great care of everyone. We have the best memories of him. All our best, Sarah & Rita

Thomas LaVoie

April 17, 2022

So sorry to see this news. Long time family friend stretching back to the days when my father George worked for EJ. Hugs and love to all !

Jim Krupp

April 14, 2022

When I Lived in Harbor Springs I use to cross paths with Ted many times. It was so good to see someone from GR. Ted was always such a friendly guy and we always had many stories to tell each other. Great guy,,, My thoughts to the family. Jim

Joe and Sandy Martin

April 14, 2022

We are so sorry to hear about Ted. We have many fond memories of sailing trips in the North Passage with Ted. We send our condolences to all the family.

The Rev. Dr. Christian Brocato

April 14, 2022

On behalf of the Parish of St. Mark's Episcopal Church, I offer our sincere condolences to the Frey Family at Ted's passing. St. Mark's relationship with the Frey Family means a great deal to us, and we share in the mourning of Ted's passing. He now rests in eternal peace. May light perpetual shine upon him and all who mourn be comforted. The Rev. Dr. Christian Brocato

Jim Obermiller

April 14, 2022

Sorry to hear of Ted's passing. My condolences to the family.

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Celebration of Life

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Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

1000 East Beltline Ave. N.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49525

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4291 Cascade Road SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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