April 22, 2024
Caruso, Frederick
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frederick F. Caruso of Dedham, Massachusetts on April 15, 2024. Fred was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, in-law and friend.
Fred
proudly served both his country and his community, first as a U.S Army veteran,
and then for the next 40 years as a Patrolman with the Dedham Police
Department. Having lived and worked almost his entire life in Dedham,
Fred was well-known throughout town. He loved serving as a police officer
and whether it was Officer Caruso, Fred or Freddy, it seems that everyone knew
him, and he knew everyone. Fred genuinely enjoyed being around people. His
knack of being able to talk to anyone, together with his sense of humor, gave
him the ability to make a bad situation better, and a good time great.
Fred deeply loved and cherished both his
immediate and extended family. No matter what, there was nothing he would
not do for them. Whether you succeeded or failed, it did not matter to
Fred. You could always count on him to be there helping, encouraging and
occasionally pointing out the error of your ways. He was so proud of his
wife, his children and his grandchildren and he made sure the world knew it.
Fred was predeceased by his parents Orlando
Caruso of Oregon and Anna Cannata of Readville, MA, as well as his sister,
Patricia Schifone of Hudson, Florida.
He sadly leaves behind the family he so much
adored, namely his wife Sandy as well as his children and grandchildren: Gina Mohan, her husband Scott, and their
children Christina and Ava, of Apopka, Florida; Roger Caruso, his wife Monica,
and their sons Preston and Trent, of Chuluota, Florida; Michele Walsh, her
husband Bill, and their children Alyssa, Julia, Will and Leah, of Dedham,
Massachusetts; and Michael Caruso of Dedham, Massachusetts. Fred also leaves
behind his brother Roger Caruso of Franklin, Massachusetts, as well as many
in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends.
None of us will ever forget Fred and how much he
meant to each and every one of us. We all have our stories about Fred
that make us smile with every telling. He will be forever missed but will
always live on in our hearts and memories.
In lieu of formal services, we hope that you
will join us to honor his memory on Sunday, May 5th from 2:00 PM to
6:00 PM at the American Legion Post 18, 155 Eastern Avenue, Dedham, MA.
Comments(18)
Sandy, Roger, and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of Freddie’s passing. I enjoyed getting to know him over the years. He was a nice guy.
Thinking of you all.
Haley Thomas
Dear Sandy and Family,
Fred was larger then life. I got to know Fred and Sandy when I started at Muzi. There are those few customers that you are always happy to see. They were them.
Fred and I had a good ribbing relationship and I have missed that.
I bumped into them a few months ago at the market and nothing had changed.
His name did and will always put a smile on my face.
RIP Fred.
Our Condolences RIP Fred
So sorry for your loss he was a great man
Sandy and Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss, Freddie was such a great person,I had the privilege to grow up in the town knowing him and later lucky enough to work with him, when I dispatched for the town. He was a funny, caring guy that always looked out for people. His laugh and his sense of humor was contagious, he could always cheer up a bad day. It was a honor to know such a man and it was a bigger honor to work with him and listen to his life advice warranted or not.
I hated that he was right! But extremely grateful for the life advice.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dan Blizard
I Think Fred Worked At SURMANS Clothing Store in Roslindale in His Youth, Were a lot of Dedham Boys Bought Their Church.& Going to School Dress Clothing•
Shark Skin Pants• Thank You Fred For Teaching us Young Kids/Guys How to Dress as Well as LAWFUL Right & Wrongs• ❤️U
A great Guy spent hours discussing our mutual love of our toys an our dogs ,so sorry for the Families loss he was one of a kind
So sorry for your loss prayers to you and your family
So very sorry for the loss of Fred, I fondly remember Fred and Sandy’s wedding, my deepest heart felt condolences to the whole Caruso family.
Our thoughts and prayers for you all at this time.My son and I have fond memories of Freddie. May he rest in peace. Fly high with the Angels Freddie. Untill we all meet again. Fondly, Sarah and Keith Knowlton
Dear Caruso family, I am deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved husband and dad, I knew him through the police department. May he resting peacefully.
Dear Sandy,
We are heartbroken for your loss. Even though we have not kept in contact you and Fred have always brought a smile to our hearts. We are sad to hear of Fred’s passing and will offer prayers for the repose of his dear sweet soul
God bless you and your family.
Live
Lorella and George
sorry for your loss I appreciated Freds advice and ability to listen when I was a young man!
Rest in Peace Freddy
It was my pleasure to work with Fred. He was my training officer when I graduated from the Police Academy. My condolences to Sandy
Sandy and family
I am so sorry of Fred’s passing. Just read it in the Times.
I have been giving Fred Haircuts all the years I’ve work in
Dedham. We shared many conversations about family and Dedham. He was an awesome person, I will miss seeing him
May you rest in peace Fred
Angela
Angela’s Barber Shop
I remember Fred from our days in Dedham High School back in the early 60s. Nice to see him remembered as I still think of him back then… interesting, fun and friends with everyone. I’m glad Fred lived a happy, fulfilling life among many who loved him. RIP old friend.
Good friend and neighbor in Dedham. Many great memories in high school and beyond. RIP