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James Frederick Obituary

Frederick, James L. Age 65, at Peace in Christ December 7, 2012. Beloved husband of Therese "Terry" A. Frederick (nee Auda); loving father of Lindsay Euclide, Kristin (Chad) Yattaw and Brian Carr; dear grandfather of Connor James Frederick, Kyle Euclide, Ella Euclide, Alexis Carr, Chad Yattaw, Jr; and Angelo Yattaw; dear brother of Linda J. Frederick (Tony Sansone) and the late Ron Frederick. Jim earned his BA at Northeastern Illinois, where he also played football and earned his MS at the University of Oklahoma. During his long career as an educator, Jim taught at multiple levels, but found his passion teaching 8th grade students math and science for 35 years in District 130. Working as an educator, Jim received the National Science Foundation award, multiple listings in Who's Who in American Education and a Golden Apple nomination. Jim was also very proud of being the founder and operator of Tour Services, Inc.-Burr Ridge, IL for over 30 years. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network 425 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143 (www.giftofhope.org) would be appreciated. Visitation Wednesday, December 12th from 3 to 9 pm at Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd. 7000 S. Madison St, Willowbrook. Funeral service Thursday, December 13th, prayers 9:15 am at the funeral home proceeding to Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church 701 Plainfield Rd, Darien, for Mass 10:00 am. Services will conclude at the church. Private family interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Information: 630-325-2300 or www.adolfservices.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 9, 2012.
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I just found out that Mr. Fred passed. my sincere condolences to the family. My 8th grade year was memorable because of him.. .he believed in me and pushed me to strive for more than mediocrity. I am so saddened that i did not hear of his passing sooner but knowing now i can hear him say... "Better late than never Harrison!" Love ya Fred!!!!!!!!!! i wish my kids would have had teachers like you and Harry! you were one in a million.. now you are truly umong the stars!!!!!!!

August 29, 2013

My deepest condolences to the Frederick family. You will be sorely missed. But they will find ways to use you to inspire them to continue your legacy and make you proud to watch over them from above.

Leah Rauktys

January 9, 2013

Dear Therese and children,
I am heartfully sorry for your loss. Jim's mother and mine worked for Lake Shore Management Company many years ago where Jim also worked as a partime doorman while attending Lane Tech H.S. and later Noretheastern Illionis University. Jim, ever confident, insured gentlemanly behavior by impressively reading Emily Post. We dated and attended each others' prom. I am pleased he pursured his passion for teaching, enriching so many young people with his love for learning science, and math. God bless you.

Cynthia Cochran

December 28, 2012

Our prayers are with your family.....we spent many years teaching together and
had many laughs over dinner at our home and playing basketball! You will be missed by your many friends.

Herb&Joan Abbott

December 21, 2012

Please accept my sincere sympathy.

As a former District 130 administrator, I had the privilege of working with Jim. His positive attitude about life set a tone for both the children who attended Hale Middle and the colleagues who worked with him that extends beyond the time that we had together.

Michael Korsak

December 18, 2012

My sincere sympathy to the Frederick family. I was fortunate to have worked with Jim at Hale Middle School from 1988-2001. As a resource teacher, I often worked with my students in his classroom. He was a wonderful, teacher,beloved by all his students, highly respected by his peers. My thought and prayers are with you.

Chaya Rubenstein

December 16, 2012

Prayers are with the Frederick family.

gretchen geerdes

December 13, 2012

I am so sad about Mr. Freds passing. He was the person who inspired me to go into teaching. I have taught middle school math for the past 16 years. He will be missed.

Debbie Stachovic

December 12, 2012

Prayers for him and his family

craig schuster

December 12, 2012

I can't even begin to tell you how much Mr. Fred meant to me. I had him in 8th grade at Hale. He was always the best teacher to go to for anything we needed. He gave me a nickname early on he called me Blondie. I used to say but I'm not blonde and he replied u should have been. Lol I lived on Cicero ave and had the vegetable farm. Well after I graduated he came by to always say hi. At the end of my junior year I gave birth to my daughter. Mr Fred came to visit and brought ber the first book and bear. Many years later both of my children had him as well. He was truly the best and we will never forget him He is now an angel looking down on all of us. To his family I'm truly sorry for ur loss.

angel rago hill

December 12, 2012

Terry ~ Jim will be greatly missed. Will keep you in my prayers.

Monica Benton

December 11, 2012

Terry ~ Jim was a very great man and touched the hearts and lives of many. I enjoyed working with both of you. Know that you and your family will be in my prayers. Jim will be greatly missed.

Monica Benton

December 11, 2012

Rashaun Ward

December 11, 2012

Mr. Fred was a great teacher and one of my favorite. He always had a smile, was so caring and had that great compasion for teaching. He always wanted everyone to strive and learn what he was teaching. I loved having him as a teacher because he went the extra mile for everyone and made learning fun. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family.

Jean Drake-Cesario

December 11, 2012

Mr. Fred was one of the greatest teachers I've ever had. He will definitely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family an friends

Tina Fohran

December 11, 2012

Jim was an all around great guy. I enjoyed working with him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. He will be missed by all who knew him!

Alison W.

December 11, 2012

Mr. Frederick was one of the greatest teachers I got to know....he will truly be missed....my thoughts and prayers go out to the family

julie Peterson

December 11, 2012

Mr Frederick is one of my favorite teachers. He always had time for any student in need. He will live on in his teachings. Thank you for everything Mr. Frederick.

Jim Perry

December 10, 2012

Mr. Fred was my 8th grade math teacher c/o 97, one of the greatest teachers I've ever had. One of my many inspirations for wanting to work with children. Glad my life was one of the many he touched. To the family, I pray God's peace and comfort upon your hearts.

Angela J

December 10, 2012

I was blessed to have Mr. Fred as my teacher. I will take with me the amazing memories that he helped create. He truly will be missed by many.

Nicole Holmberg

December 10, 2012

Thank you for all of your service to the youth. You have touched many lives for the better! Condolences to the family!

K Turner

December 10, 2012

Terry, although I did not know your husband, it's clear from the comments in this Guest Book that he was a special person. I hope that memories of many happy times with him help you through this period.

Tim Glinski

December 10, 2012

Jim, we will miss you. What a wonderful man to know and work with. Terry and family, know that we are thinking about you and wishing you comfort and peace.

Jeni Perry

December 10, 2012

Jim, I am honored to have known such a wonderful person. He will truly be missed. I pray these words will comfort: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

J Simmons

December 10, 2012

Jim, You will be missed. It was an honor to know a great man as you. Terry, you and the family are in the Mays family's prayers.

Brian Mays

December 10, 2012

Deepest sympathies are offered. May your memories Mr Frederick bring you all comfort. During this difficult time "Draw close to God and He will draw close to you" James 4:8

WD

December 10, 2012

Mr. Fred was one of my 8th grade teachers. He made attending class fun! He had such a wonderful sense of humor. He was also one of those educators that went the extra mile for his students. He would meet with them after or before school for tutoring. Mr. Fred is definitely one of those teachers that you remember for a lifetime. I have such fond memories of 8th grade at Nathan Hale.

Cindy Poole-Masias

December 9, 2012

angel hill

December 9, 2012

Denise Kern

December 9, 2012

Fond memories and fond farewells to a man who lit so many candles in the lives of others. He truly lit the way and was a true example of a kind and loving human being. There are too few left and he will be missed.

Lisa Howell

December 9, 2012

Mr. Fred was my 8th grade teacher. I was in the class of 82. He was such a fabulous educator. Always finding the right was to reach his students. My educational life was forever filled with his insight and wisdom. My oldest two children also had the Mr. Fred. I feel so lucky that my kids had such a fantastic individual for inspiration and to learn from. My heart and prayers go out to the entire Fredrick family in this most difficult time.

Becky Zerkel Heft

December 9, 2012

I had Mr Fred in 8th grade, class of 81 and he was a great teacher that cared about his students. I will always remember him as one of my favorite teachers. My deepest sympathy to his family.

Sharyn Pikturna Wilkosz

December 9, 2012

In Loving memory of the Best, most caring teacher I have had. Mr. Fred touched so many hearts in many ways and he will never be forgotten. May God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow

Dena Poletto-Kleffman

December 9, 2012

My heart and prayers go out to all the family. I had Mr. Fred for 8th grade back in 1983. He was a wonderful educator and had an awesome sense of humor! Class with him was always entertaining. May God Bless You, Mr. Fred.Rest in peace. Denise Dresden Kern (he always used to ask me "where's De'nephew?) I think about that every now and then. My condolences to the Frederick Family

Denise Kern

December 9, 2012

Even though its been over 30 yrs. since I graduated from Nathan Hale I always remember Mr. Fred he was a great teacher. My sympathy to his family.

Warren Toosley

December 9, 2012

He found that special spark in all of his students, He made learning fun and made you want to do your best in anything you did! If a teacher can touch one life then they have done their job, He touched many lives,He was an extraodinary teacher! his lessons have lasted me a life timetime! God Bless You Mr. Fred!

Linda Dillon-nelsen

December 9, 2012

May your hearts be full with the wonderful memories you all shared, He was the best teacher I ever had and will miss him always. He touched so many lives, I know he is in heaven looking down on all of us! May God bless Him and Your family!

Linda Dillon-Nelsen

December 9, 2012

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