Roy Frechen

Roy Arnold Frechen age 96, of Fowler, MI, passed away Friday, July 8, 2016 at Grace Haven Assisted Living, St. Johns, MI.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler, MI on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at 10:30 A.M. with Rev. Fr. Mike Williams officiating.  Visitation will be held with family present on Monday, July 11, 2016 from 2-8 P.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Goerge Chapel, Fowler, MI. Rosary will be prayed on Monday evening at 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

Roy was born in Fowler, Michigan on December 12, 1919, the son of John and Mary (Mueller) Frechen. He married Frances Fedewa on May 7, 1945 in Westphalia, MI.  She passed away on March 6, 2012.

Roy retired from Saylor-Beall in 1982. He farmed his entire life. Roy enjoyed tending bar and serving coffee at Miller's Tavern for many years. He was a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus, Fowler, MI.  Roy resided all of his life in the Fowler area.

He is survived by his children; Ronald (Linda) Frechen of Livonia, Elaine (Fred) Smith of Westphalia, Bruce (Ann) Frechen of Pewamo,  Randy (Nan) Frechen of Fowler, 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by son Larry and wife Frances, four brothers; Harold (Kate), Earl (Helen), Lawrence, Don (Beatrice) and one sister Marie (George) Bridson, in laws, Rosella (Tony) Theis, Celester (Bernita) Fedewa, Eleanor (Erwin) Freund, Geneva (Greg) Thelen.

Special thanks to Tara Yott and her daughter Amber for assisting with his care at his home and everyone at Grace Haven Assisted Living.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler, MI or to the wishes of the family.  Online condolences may be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com  The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes, Fowler, MI.