July 23, 2021
Dietzel, Fred W. Jr.
Fred Ward Dietzel, Jr., a longtime resident of Dedham, died Thursday, July 22, 2021 at his home in Dedham. He was 66. Fred was born July 4, 1955 in Hindenburg, Germany, where his father was stationed during the Korean War, a son of Fred Ward Sr., and Ruth Dietzel McLeish. He attended Wentworth University, and worked as a carpenter working frequently at Tex’s BBQ Express. He was a member of the Dedham Moose Club where he participated in the dart league, a member of the American Legion Post of Dedham where he served on the Color Guard and played in the horseshoes league, a member of the Medfield Fish & Game Club, and he played men’s softball in Dedham for 25 years. Fred loved boating on the Charles River, and was an avid fan of all Boston Sports. He is survived by his wife, Donna M. (Clancy) Dietzel, his two daughters, Kathryn Lee Dietzel, and her partner Harry Arroyo, of Dedham, and Meghan Marjorie Freitas, and her husband Mauro, of Norwood; his brother Mark Dietzel of Dedham; his two sisters, Donna Jackson and Lauren Davenport, both of Millis; his six grandchildren, Maddison and Haley Benatuil, and Ethan, Wesley, Cecilia, and Aria Freitas; and his in-laws, Cathy and Thomas Milani of Bellingham, Linda Clancy of Milford, Erin Clancy of Dedham, and Christine Redmond and Kyle Hadley of Mapleville, Rhode Island; as well as many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, July 25th from 4 to 7 pm at the Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton Street, Dedham. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Memorial Service Monday, July 26th at 11 am at the Funeral Home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers donations to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675 would be appreciated
Comments(23)
So sad to hear of his passing, such a shock. We knew each other for a long long time. Prayers go out to his family he will be missed.
We are so sad to hear of Freddie’s passing. He was an awesome guy. We are unable to attend services but you are all in our thoughts and prayers during this tough time. We will be making a donation in his name.
Sully and Sue
Dedham Moose Members
I am truly saddened by your passing. We had a long friendship through the Legion playing horseshoes. My thoughts and prayers to all who mourn your loss…especially your family. May you rest in the sweetest of peace, my friend♀️
I just heard the sad news today. We had a lot of fun back in the day Freddy! My heart goes out to Donna and your family! May you rest in blessed peace!
We are saddened to hear of Freddie’s passing. Our condolences to his family and may you find comfort in your memories.
I am so sorry to hear the news about Freddie. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this tough time.
Lisa
One of best people I have ever known soul of an Angel
sad to hear,,he was a great neighbor back in riverdale,,great guy.sorry for your loss..Pugs will greet him up there and show him around
Freddy was a “GREAT” Friend to All who knew him. He will e missed/
Cousin Fred so sorry to hear this! Great guy! Sympathies to All!
We are heartbroken…Rest in peace, my friend.
Our sincere condolences to the Dietzel family
RIP Fred sympathy and prayers to your family
Donna, Katie, Meghan and Family,
We are truly sorry to hear about Fred. He was such a great person to have ever meet and could call our friend. He will be truly missed by all that new him.
Lots of love and hugs sending your way.
Mary & Joe and our Family
We are sad to hear of Freds passing. We have good memories of Freddie. Our prayers go out to his family. May God Bless you and help ease the pain of this loss.
Love: Aunt Joanne Dietzel Pelletier and Uncle Pelly.
Donna and Family
We are truly saddened at Freddy’s early departure
He was a champion and swell guy .
Freddie and our gang enjoyed listening to Jimi Hendrix and Pink Floyd growing up-
So
Since we won’t be able to see Freddie again in this world will catch him in the next world – –
Or meet him on the Darkside of the moon
RIP
Doug
I’m so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I knew him for a very long time My thoughts and prayers are with his family. May he Rest In Peace.
So sad to hear of cousin Freddie’s passing…gone way to soon……such a good guy….
Rest in peace my cousin….until we meet again….GOD BLESS..
Sorry for your loss he will missed.
Donna, I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolence and prayers to you and your family.
I first met Fred when I moved to Massachusetts during my/our Junior year of high school. I will never, ever forget how kind he was to this scared and shy “new girl”. It was never flirtatious in any way, just pure kindness and it meant the world. I am so sorry for your sad hearts and I pray everyday you know how blessed you were to have him as a husband and dad.
Oh dear just heard the sad news. So much fun with Freddy. Painting and skiing are memorable. Cheers my friend. Rest in peace. Our condolences to his entire family and friends.
Freddie was a good man was on pitcrew with him sorry to hear of his passing just seeing this now with Deepest condolences I am truly sorry for his passing
I marched with Freddie in the Dedham Legion Honor Guard. Such a character and fun guy to be around. So sorry to the family.