Obituary of Robert "Bob" Harold Fredrick

Robert H. Fredrick, 73, of Colorado Springs, Colorado passed away on August 13, 2021.Bob was born to Harold H. and Ann Veronica Fredrick in Chicago, Illinois.His parents preceded him in death after fifty years of marriage.Bob is survived by his wonderful wife, Laura Fredrick (Valdez) after being married for forty-nine years; his son, Peter John Fredrick (Bianca); daughters, Monica Fredrick (Matt) and Angela Savagejeau (Justin); and grandchildren, Morgan Maria, Asa Robert, and Alice Maria. He also leaves behind his sisters, Pat Alridge (Graham) and Ruth Ann Fasano (Jim) .Robert served in the United States Army for a period of three years attaining the rank of E-5, and honorably discharged on August 17, 1970. He was assigned to a radar communications unit while stationed in Vietnam Province. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Two Bronze Service Stars, and the United States Army Commendation Medal. He retired from Quest Communications after thirty-three years of dedicated service as a communication specialist.Bob enjoyed all outdoor activities including target shooting, hunting, and visiting the casinos for fun with his wife, Laura.Bob and Laura met each other while he was on assignment at Fort Carson and knew he had met the love of his life. They were married on December 4, 1971, forever.Visitation, 4:00PM-6:30PM, Rosary immediately following, 6:30PM, Tuesday, August 24, 2021, The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 East Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80909.Mass of Christian Burial, 11:00AM, Wednesday, August 25, 2021, Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 626 Aspen Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80911.Graveside Service, 2:00PM, Wednesday, August 25, 2021, Pikes Peak National Cemetery, 10545 Drennan Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80925.I have fought the good fightI have kept my faith strongI have loved and providedI have finished the race Events Visitation Tuesday, August 24, 2021 4:00PM - 6:30PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855 Rosary Tuesday, August 24, 2021 6:30PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855 Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, August 25, 2021 11:00AM Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church 626 Aspen Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80911 Phone: (719) 382-0121 Graveside Wednesday, August 25, 2021 2:00PM Pikes Peak National Cemetery 10545 Drennan Road Colorado Springs, CO 80925 Phone: 202-632-8035