Thomas James Fredrick
December 1, 1947 - January 28, 2020
Thomas James Fredrick, age 72 of Sumner, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the Jack F. Sanders Healthcare Center within the Masonic Home in Alma. Thomas was born the son of the late James and Emily (Bibbie) Fredrick on December 1, 1947. Thomas had served his Country in the U.S. Army Military Police during the Vietnam War; he was a Purple Heart recipient. Thomas had spent his working career as an over the road truck driver delivering Pontoon Boats for Avalon and Tahoe Manufacturing in Alma. He had lived in Sumner for 15 years having moved from Vestaburg. Thomas was a member of the American Legion. His hobbies included building model cars and helicopters, as well as watching birds and taking pictures. In his younger years he enjoyed hunting and camping; but his passion and love was for NASCAR racing. Thomas is survived by his children Thomas Fredrick Jr. and Donald Fredrick both of Alma, Matthew Fredrick of Sumner, Heather (Daniel) Cooper and Holly (Jeremy) Hartman both of Coleman; his wife Carrie Fredrick of Sumner; 7 grandchildren with one on the way and 5 great grandchildren. Thomas was predeceased by his brother Jon Keith. Visitation and services will be held on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at the Clare Chapel of Stephenson-Wyman Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 11 A.M. until 1 P.M. when Veterans Honors will be rendered by the Clare Farwell American Legion Post 558. Memorials are suggested to help with final expenses. On-line condolences may be left at www.stephenson-wyman.com
Thomas James Fredrick, age 72 of Sumner, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the Jack F. Sanders Healthcare Center within the Masonic Home in Alma. Thomas was born the son of the late James and Emily (Bibbie) Fredrick on December 1, 1947.... View Obituary & Service Information