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Jeff Freirich Obituary
SALISBURY - Jeff Robert Freirich, 61, of Salisbury, died Sunday, Oct. 14, 2007 at his home after a two-year struggle with pancreatic cancer.
Born July 29, 1946 in Long Island, N.Y., he is the son of Jerry Freirich of Long Island, N.Y. and the late Constance Benson Freirich. He graduated with a BA from Dartmouth College, NH, in 1968, and received an MBA from Columbia University, N.Y., in 1970. During these years, he proudly served his country with the New York National Guard, in an airborne unit.
In the tradition of his father and grandfather, he worked as president and owner of Freirich Foods Incorporated, which was founded by his grandfather, Julian, in Long Island City, N.Y., in the 1920's. He relocated the business and his family to Salisbury in 1985.
Mr. Freirich was very active in the Salisbury community as a leader and philanthropist. He served as a board member of Salisbury Academy, Waterworks Art Gallery, and Temple Israel. He was a participating member of Temple Israel for 22 years.
An avid reader, he was a self-educated historian and archeology buff. He loved to dance with his wife, Digna, and play tennis and golf, computer and board games, with his children. Above all, he was devoted to his beloved family.
Other than his father, survivors include his loving wife, Digna Pruna Freirich; his three children and two step-children and their spouses, Rabbi Jonathan and Ginny Freirich of Stateline, Nev., Paul and Carrie Bardinas of Salisbury, N.C., Elizabeth Freirich and Saul Kaiserman of New York, N.Y., Daniel Bardinas of Salisbury, Tanya Freirich of Salisbury; his three siblings and their spouses, Stephanie and Gordon Taylor of Long Beach, Calif., Roy and Debrah Freirich of Malibu, Calif., and Amy and Paul Curtis of Seattle, Wash. and his grandchildren, Noah William Bardinas and Judah Ilan Reel Freirich.
Visitation: Will be from 2-3:30 p.m. today at Summersett Funeral Home.
Service: The funeral service will follow at 3:30 p.m. in Summersett Memorial Chapel, with Rabbi Andrew Ettin, officiating. Burial will follow in City Memorial Park.
Memorials: May be made to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245 or at. www.pancan.org
Summersett Funeral Home is assisting the Freirich family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeff Freirich
Ed Finder
October 10, 2020
Will always remember his intelligence and humor
Patrick Pearson
October 23, 2007
Digna, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Jeff was so good to me. He was a good client, great man and loyal friend.
Ed Finder
October 20, 2007
I shall always cherish my memories of Jeff from the good times in Amagansett and in New York with his family and friends.
Laurence Berger
October 18, 2007
I have enjoy Jeffrey friendship as well as doing business with him for the pass 15 years. We have so many simmarily it was scary. I will miss him.
Richard Wharton
October 18, 2007
Dear Digna,
I wish I could be with you and the rest of Jeff's family --- who through Stephanie have been like my family for over 25 years. I'll always remember how helpful you & Jeff were to me when I tried to drive through North Carolina! I send my love to you all.
Andrew Kirby
October 18, 2007
Please accept our condolences on your great loss. We were neighbors of Jeff's company in Long Island City for many years. Jeff was always honest and forthright in his dealings with us. He struck me as a very fine and decent man. Our hearts go out to you at this sad time.
Jeremy Goodman
October 18, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Michelle Kovack
October 17, 2007
Digna, Tanya, and family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead. Jeff always had a shining smile when I'd see him in or out of school; may your fond memories of him bring you comfort and that same smile to you heart.
Robin Hager
October 17, 2007
We were so saddened to hear of Jeff's passing. All of you have been such good friends and valued customers of ours for so many years. Our hearts go out to your family, and our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Your friends at Rhonda's Picture Place
Tamra Hover
October 17, 2007
Although I didn't personally know Jeff, my son-in-law Jason Moore spoke highly of him. It is my hope that the many prayers and condolences will comfort the Freirich family during this sad time in their lives.
Harry & Tatiana Leibel
October 17, 2007
The sadness that comes with a loved ones departure will never go away. Our great memories secure their place in our hearts and let's us participate in our loved ones immortality. We share your pain, we wish only brightness in your future and shalom, always.
Stephanie Newman
October 17, 2007
Tanya, I am so sorry. I wish I could be there with you, but know that I'm always thinking of you.
Wayne and Raelynn Omel
October 16, 2007
Wayne and I met Jeff through Jon and Ginny at Temple Bat Yam. He was a delightful warm and caring man. Our deepest sympathy to the Freirich family. You remain in our prayers.
Scott & Dee Meyer
October 16, 2007
Jonathan, Ginny and family,
We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow and grief being shared by you and your family.
May your memories of your father bring you comfort and joy.
Scott and Dee Meyer
Chad Doby
October 16, 2007
I have known Jeff for approximately 8 years, and without him taking a chance on me to enter into the Beef industry, I would not be at the point I am in my life now. Jeff personally reached out to help me and my family twice in the time I've known him and for that I am eternally grateful. From my family to the Freirich family (and especially Digna, Paul, Danny and Tonya) we send our condolences and our prayers.
Jay Robison
October 16, 2007
Jeff's son Jon and his wife Ginny have been friends since college. He leaves a great legacy behind.
Our thoughts are with you all.
--Jay, Kristi and Michael Robison
James Rose
October 16, 2007
With prayers and love, your friends and extended family of Temple Bat Yam, South Lake Tahoe Congregation, share in sympathy and grieving with you.
Laurie Friedrich
October 16, 2007
Having known Jeff for a long time through business, we are sorry for the loss of such a fine man. We hope that good memories will help you through this difficult time.
Sonia and Phil Edgar
October 16, 2007
My friend Digna and family. We're so sad for your loss. God bless and comfort you.
Arthur DeFeo
October 16, 2007
My heart goes out to all of those who have been left behind. Jeff was one of the best men I have ever worked for and I will truly miss his guidance and wisdom. A true family man and one of the best businessmen I have ever known.
May God rest his soul and may he give all of the family the strength and courage to carry on.
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