"Lee and Families: We are so sorry we were unable to express our condolences in person. You must have many good memories of Kathleen. She was a lovely, gracious lady. "
In loving memory of
Kathleen E. Frederick
December 21, 1931 - March 24, 2011
Kathleen Elizabeth Frederick was born December 21, 1931, in Ruthven, Iowa, the daughter of William and Buelah (Lukens) Brennan. Kathleen attended Ruthven Community Schools until the 10th grade. She finished her education in Emmetsburg, graduating from St. Mary's Academy in 1950.
On May 27, 1952, Kathleen was united in marriage to Leland Frederick in Sacred Heart Catholic Church at Ruthven, IA. To this union, eight children were born. Kathleen raised her family, and in 1984, she began working as a pharmacy technician at Eichelzer's Drug Store - later, Irv's Pharmacy. After retiring, she spent time volunteering at the Multipurpose Senior Center.
Kate was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and Catholic Daughters of the Americas. She enjoyed reading and traveling, but above all, Kathleen treasured the time she spent with her husband, Lee, her children and grandchildren. Among the many charities she supported and contributed to, Kate was especially proud of sponsoring Miguel Ramos through Childrens International in the Philippines, and she corresponded with him frequently for many years.
On Thursday, March 24, 2011, Kathleen passed away at the Parc Hall in Emmetsburg.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Lee of Emmetsburg; eight children: Mary Cooper (Dan) of Emmetsburg, Alice Haht (Jim) of Sutherland, Tom Frederick (Jackie) of Abilene, KS , John Frederick (Laurie) of Gilbert, AZ, Jim Frederick of Emmetsburg, Joe Frederick (Liane) of Salt Lake City, UT, Therese Schany (Chuck) of Spencer and Cathy Berkland (Roger) of Emmetsburg; three sisters: Mary Jean Gibson of Sac City, IA, Dorthea Rosacker of Ruthven and Margie TenEyck (George) of Cerritos, CA; brother, Bill Brennan of Spencer; sister-in-law, Janis "Jake" Brennan of Emmetsburg; 25 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Tom Brennan.
Tributes
"Lee and family. We were saddened to learn of Kate's death. Always enjoyed seeing her, especially at Irv's. With sincere sympathy, Judy & Dave"
"My thoughts and prayers are with you and all family during this difficult time."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in the loss of your wife and mother. We will always remember her with a bright smile on her face."
"To the Cooper family: I will always remember Kate handing out tootsie rolls at Irv's. If I was working when she stopped in, she always made sure I was handing out enough! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time."
"My thoughts and prayers are with your family. "
"I am so sorry to hear about your loss! What a great lady! My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God's Blessings!"
"Margie and Family, So very sorry to hear about the loss of your dear sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this deep loss."
"Our thoughts are with you during the loss of Kathleen. "
"I was so very sorry to see of your mothers passing. She was a wonderful person and always spoke and made you feel special. It was always obvious to me that she was a very special lady and you could plainly see that she loved her children and her grandchildren very much. I know she will be missed greatly. You have my thoughts and prayers with your entire family. God Bless."
"Sorry to her about your familys loss. Our prayers are with all of you."
"Our prayers for comfort and peace are with your family."
"Lee and Families: Marcia and I were saddened by Kate's death. I don't know if I aspired to be the perfect "Godson" of Kate, but I know she aspired to be the best wife/mother there could be. Unfortunately, we are out of town until Tuesday and will not be able to attend the funeral. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you as they have been for the past several months. I hope to get up to see you in the near future. God Bless!"
"Cathy & family: My prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. May God keep you in his care and give you peace."
"Kate was a super great lady! I still have the hankerchief she brought back to me from Ireland displayed in my china cabinet - I will cherish it forever. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time!"
"Dear Cathy and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We pray that God's arms will give you comfort."
"Cathy and family, our deepest sympathy is extended to you and your family in the loss of your mother. We will be praying for you."
"Dear Lee and families, We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. We will be thinking of you at this time."
"Cathy and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God bless. "
"Lee and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time."
"The memories of my Aunt Kate are everlasting in my heart. My sympathies are with you all at this time of such great loss. "
"Our deepest sympathy to your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. "
"So sorry to hear about your loss!! You'll all be in our prayers!!"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Wayne and Connie"