Freda Metzger obituary: Freda Metzger's Obituary, Topeka
In Memory Of
Freda Belle Metzger
1926 - 2020
In Memory Of
Freda Belle Metzger
1926 - 2020
She was born on January 19, 1926 in Topeka, KS to Fred and Elsie Winters. She grew up in Topeka and attended Topeka High School.
In her youth, she spent her spare time at roller skating rinks in Topeka, Lawrence and Ottawa. She was a member of Topeka Baptist Church.
She married Warren Metzger on September 1, 1956 in Springfield, MO. Together they owned and operated Metzger Salvage and Metzger Fireworks for over 40 years. He preceded her in death in 1998.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, a step-daughter, Sandy Rodgers and two brothers and two sisters.
Survivors include a son, Jack Metzger (Ann), Berryton, KS; daughter, Jill Patrick (Jim), Ozawkie, KS; five grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at Penwell-Gabel Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, 1321 SW 10th Ave.,Topeka, KS 66604. A Celebration of her Life will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at Topeka Baptist Church, 45th and SW Gage Blvd.
Freda was a dog lover. Memorial contributions may be made to Helping Hands Humane Society 5720 SW 21st Topeka, KS 66604-3720.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Stormont-Vail, McCrite Plaza and Midland Hospice for the great care they provided her.
Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a message for the family online, please click the "Share Memories" button above.
She was born on January 19, 1926 in Topeka, KS to Fred and Elsie Winters. She grew up in Topeka and attended Topeka High School.
In her youth, she spent her spare time at roller skating rinks in Topeka, Lawrence and Ottawa. She was a member of Topeka Baptist Church.
She married Warren Metzger on September 1, 1956 in Springfield, MO. Together they owned and operated Metzger Salvage and Metzger Fireworks for over 40 years. He preceded her in death in 1998.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, a step-daughter, Sandy Rodgers and two brothers and two sisters.
Survivors include a son, Jack Metzger (Ann), Berryton, KS; daughter, Jill Patrick (Jim), Ozawkie, KS; five grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at Penwell-Gabel Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, 1321 SW 10th Ave.,Topeka, KS 66604. A Celebration of her Life will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at Topeka Baptist Church, 45th and SW Gage Blvd.
Freda was a dog lover. Memorial contributions may be made to Helping Hands Humane Society 5720 SW 21st Topeka, KS 66604-3720.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Stormont-Vail, McCrite Plaza and Midland Hospice for the great care they provided her.
Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a message for the family online, please click the "Share Memories" button above.
Services & Gatherings
Visitation
Tuesday, February 18, 2020 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Penwell-Gabel - Mid-Town Chapel
1321 SW 10th Avenue
Topeka, KS 66604
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Celebration of Life
Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at 11:00am
Topeka Baptist Church
Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home (785-354-8558) is assisting the family
Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home (785-354-8558) is assisting the family