(1946-2005) Most never get to hear their life's story. In Fred's last few days, he got an earful. Many gathered to tell the tales of a life marked by humor, enormous generosity and almost impossible kindness and understanding. Some talked about troubled children counseled. Other shared a laugh with Fred about a round of golf, a pinochle games, or a hand of cribbage. Others simply thanked Fred for his quietly offered assistance. We will remember Fred mostly as a gentle bear of a man who gathered his family and friends in strong arms and gave us unconditional love, taught us to view the world through a lens of compassion, and brought us to tears with laughter. From Pam; the family of Beth and Joe; the family of Little Hip and Chris; the family of Unk and Chris; the family of Cow and Tom; a large collection of golf and card playing buddies; Chi-Chi and Bob; Pinky; Breeze; Bob and Cheryl; Leesa:Patty; Rowan and Olivia: Mitch; and countless other friends and family; but especially from Anna and Su Su; Thanks Bear-Man. We Love you. We'll miss you. We'll never forget you. If desired memorials to a charity of your choice appreciated. There will be a special gathering in Fred's memory at the Funeral Home SAT March 5th from 1-3 PM. with a time of sharing beginning at 3 PM. PRASSER-KLECZKA BAY VIEW CHAPEL