Mary M. Frederick

July 19, 1928 - January 28, 2015

Mary M. Frederick (nee Dix) “Gramma Mary” Passed away peacefully in the comfort of her late Channahon residence on Wednesday, January 28, 2015. Born in Morris, IL the beloved daughter of the late Clarence and Edna (nee Thorsen) Dix. Mary is survived by her son, Tom Frederick and her daughter, Cindy Sabino; dearly loved grandmother of Sheina, Erich, Adam Dietz, Sarah (Tim) Lacko, Samantha, Corina (Tim) Bedinger, Rory, Alan and the late Ryan, 11 great grandchildren also cherish her memory as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Dear sister of Ruth (the late George) Lambrose, Dolores (the late Willis) Johnson and Donald (Shirley) Dix. Preceded in death by her parents, one grandson, Ryan and one great grandson Adam. A life long resident of Channahon, Mary truly was a “Golden Girl” at heart, she was a ray of sunshine and a shining star. Most of us will remember her sunny side up effervescence as she served us for 30+ years at our popular local Restaurant, Lonestar. She was also a long time employee at Uniroyal Tires. Mary dearly loved her family, her friends and her community. If she wasn’t working hard she was dancing with joy, doing crossword puzzles, reading or browsing through the latest celebrity magazine taking in the fashion, news and gossip all the while sipping a cold Miller Lite. Visitation for Mary M. Frederick will be held on Monday, February 2, 2015 from 4:00 PM until Prayer Service Begins at 7:30 PM. at The Maple Funeral Home located at 24300 W. Ford Rd., Channahon. Rev. Jeri L. Baker officiating. Interment will be held privately. For information www.themaplefuneralhome.com