Rufus Freddie Obituary
The family announces the passing of Rufus Freddie of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts on September 5, 2026. Rufus, born on June 11, 1944, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Rufus will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Rufus by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Rufus is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Rufus’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Netha Freddie (Lede) of Lake Charles, LA and Wilton Freddie of Lake Charles, LA; his siblings, Wilton Freddie Jr. of San Diego, CA and Mary Hill (Freddie) of Brooksville, FL; and his niece Lisa Douglass (Freddie) of San Diego, CA..
He is survived by: his wife Mary Hay-Freddie; his daughters, Gabrielle Berger (Freddie) of Boca Raton, FL and Sarah Freddie of Grafton, MA; and his sister Alene DeVille (Freddie) of Los Angeles, CA.. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends.
Visitation was held on Monday, September 21st 2026 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM and at 11:30 AM.
In honor of Rudy's love of nature, the family asks that donations be made to the Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary in his memory. Donations may also be made to the Alzheimer's Association.
