Frederick F. Freiberg's Obituary
Big Rapids Frederick F. Freiberg, age 81, passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2010, in Grand Rapids from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born April 19, 1929 in Big Rapids, the son of Fred and Anna (Lucht) Freiberg, and lived on the family farm in Grant Township his entire life. For many years, Fred worked for Simonds Industries until retiring. Fred like to talk, and enjoyed socializing at the McDonalds Restaurant in Reed City. He attended the Old Country Church in Grant Township. Surviving are his sister Elaine (Keith) Ross of Big Rapids; 3 nephews, Steven Ross of Lansing, Michael Ross of Grand Rapids, and Douglas Ross of Cincinnati, OH; and his special friends Rick Kailing and Florence Zimmerman. Funeral services will be 5:00 p.m., Sunday, August 15, at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids, with Pastor Steve Swanson officiating. Burial will be in the Grant Center Cemetery. Freds family will greet friends at the funeral home on Saturday, August 14, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., and prior to services on Sunday. Share a memory or express condolences at www.mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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