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Frederick Takacs Obituary
Nashville - Frederick E. Takacs of Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2020 after an extended illness. He was a lifetime member of TN Scenic Rivers Assoc., TN Assoc. of Woodturners and TN Assoc. of Physician Assistants.
Fred served four years in the Coast Guard and worked as a medic on the Alaskan Pipeline. He then joined the medical team at the Tennessee State Prison and ended his career with the VA Primary Care Clinic.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Katherine Takacs of Nashville. He is survived by his wife Mary Jane Dewey; sons Jeremy Takacs, David (Chevi Olbes) Garrett, and Richard (Lindsey Turner) Garrett; grandchildren Jazmin, Qwynn, Zoe, and Holden.
The family will have a private memorial. In recognition of his love of dogs and his compassion for others please contribute to Freedom Service Dogs of America, 7193 S Dillon Ct, Englewood, CO 80112.
Arrangements entrusted to Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery, 5110 Gallatin Road, Nashville, TN 37216.
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Gary Zelizer
October 11, 2020
Mary Jane: I was so sorry to read this morning about the death of your husband. Although I never had the opportunity to know Fred, he must have been very special if he was your husband. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Lolie Jones, Jr.
October 8, 2020
I offer my condolences to the family of this wonderful and compassionate person. I worked with Fred from many years at the old TSP, and got to watch a true professional at his craft. May the Lord Bless each of you now and always.
From the Staff of Spring Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery.
October 6, 2020
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