Obituary of Robert Frede

FREDE, Robert Smith "Bobby" An avid fan of all sports, especially the New York Yankees, Bobby Frede who had a heart of gold passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Tuesday, October 9, 2018. A Memorial Service will be held for Bobby on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave., Oro Valley, AZ 85704. Bobby was born October 8, 1938 in Danbury, CT. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ethel; his father, Louis, and his brother, Ronnie. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Frede; daughter, Amy Frede, who was his pride and joy, and her children, Tammy, Bobby, Randy and Josey and Amy's mother, Nancy. He is also survived by his brother, Billy and his children, Michael, Richard, Susan and Dennis; his sister, Sharon and her children, Ron Sr. (Estelle) and Nicole, and many friends who passed through his life. Bobby was known around Tucson for his involvement in so many sports, Fast pitch and Slow pitch softball, Basketball city leagues, Bowling. And a Baseball Card Collector his whole life. Bobby worked for TG&E and Southwest Gas Company for 30+ years. The best thing about Bobby Frede is he was a friend to everyone, he never knew a stranger, if you met Bobby once, you were a friend for life. Arrangements entrusted to DESERT SUNSET FUNERAL HOME.