Edward P. Frederick

Edward (“Ed”) Pyle Frederick, age 92, of Wilmington, DE passed away surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at Seasons Hospice Inpatient Unit at Christiana Hospital, Newark, Delaware.

Ed was born in Wilmington in 1926, son of the late Edward Maris Frederick and Marian Talley Frederick. Ed attended A. I. duPont High School and served in the U S Army. He worked in the family business, Frederick’s Country Store, which after much work and many years became Frederick’s Country Center, with retail stores. Ed was a member of Lower Brandywine Presbyterian Church and was a member of Eureka-DuPont Lodge #23-29 A.F. & A.M. Of his many nicknames from Cadillac Jack to unofficial Mayor of Centreville, his favorites were Dad and Pop Pop.

Ed was predeceased by Helen, his beloved wife of 64 years. He is survived by his sister, Ella Dolan of Estero, FL, his children, John Charles Frederick of New Haven, CT, Marian Ann Frederick and Edward Maris Frederick, II of Wilmington, DE, and grandchildren Edward Pyle Frederick, II (Nora) and Jennifer Frederick Hill (Freddie).

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 19, 2018 at 12 noon at Lower Brandywine Presbyterian Church, 101 Old Kennett Road, Wilmington, DE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Lower Brandywine Presbyterian Church or a charity of your choice.

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Funeral Services

Graveside at Lower Brandywine Presbyterian Church Cemetery at noon on Thursday July 19, 2018

Condolences

Ella Dolan writes,

I have so many wonderful memories of my brother and I growing up. I have so much to be thankful for, from teaching me how to roller skate to ice skate and even ride a bike. As I got older, it was learning driving and long talks about boys. In later life, miles kept us apart with not as many visits as I would have liked . Neither miles or time will erase him from my heart. Would love to have had one last hug from my brother and to hear him say Sis one more time. You were the best, I thank you for always being there. Your sister, Ella

07/17/2018 11:02 am

Mel writes,

So sorry for your loss. He was such a nice caring person. I enjoyed hearing all his stories. Sending prayers and hugs xo

07/17/2018 12:42 pm

Keith Huber lit a candle

07/17/2018 01:48 pm

Randall Hernandez writes,

Ed and family, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I have so many fond memories of being at your house and the times we had there. I shall always remember them.

07/17/2018 05:29 pm

Annette and Don Williams writes,

My sympathy to the Fredrick family. I remember well "The Mayor" of Centreville. He was a regular at Buckleys Tavern when I worked there many years ago, a character that was loved by one and all. Back in the days of Flossie Chandler and Charlie Simpson, very memorable years. A centreville legend in his own time. RIP Mister Mayor. s JComment: 1531877396

07/17/2018 09:43 pm

C. Belvey writes,

So sorry for the loss of Mr. Frederick. May the God of comfort, be your refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress. ( Psalm 46:1)

07/18/2018 07:51 am

Lisa Hernandez Subers lit a candle and writes,

Sincere condolences. He will live forever in our hearts and our memories of him. He is forever a part of my childhood. Walking to Fredericks Country Store on Saturday’s for candy and conversation with The Mayor 💕

07/18/2018 09:13 am

Janelle Zwiren lit a candle and writes,

I did not know Pop Pop very long. I knew him through his grandson and my daughter. I had a grandfather, Albert, that reminded me very much of Pop Pop. Big hearted, big in spirit, big smile ... and I could imagine him in his youth scurring about the property fixing things and building the business to what it was when I saw it last at Christmas, 2017. My heart goes out to Marion, Edward II and Charles. I felt warmth from them, for their father, in the two times that we were all together. I saw deep love from his grandson, Eddie, who loved the property and stores that his grandfather built ... as Eddie is a 'tool man' himself ... just tools of a different kind and of a different age. My prayers go out to all the family and I proud that I knew Pop Pop for just a little and that he loved Nora as well. Sincerest condolences Marion, Edward, Charlie and Eddie. Jan

07/18/2018 11:17 am

Sharon and Rich West writes,

The flag in the park, Christmas lights on the park trees, the red truck coming down the road, the Cadillac, the Jeep, the Christmas party, all great memories that Ed made for us. We were proud to know him and be his neighbor and friend. He is with Helen again, as well a old friends like my father Phil. We will miss him dearly. Thanks for the memories. Prayers for the family.

07/18/2018 05:16 pm

Linda Lynch writes,

To Charlie, Marian, Ned -- I don't need to tell you that your dad was larger than life. so many great memories from those days when we were growing up. the cars, the meat business, the flag in the park, the highest spot in the state (then), the parade of snow sleds, and on and on. may he rest in peace.

07/18/2018 08:14 pm

Gayle and Ricardo Bezerra writes,

Our condolences to the Fredrick family. We will miss the Mayor of Centreville.

07/19/2018 07:09 am

Linda Harris Reynolds writes,

My deepest and most heartfelt condolences go out to the Frederick’s family, on the passing of their most wonderful father, Edward.. or Eddie as I knew him. Having rented my art studio from him for the past 29 years at the Frederick’s Country Center, he was such a warm and generous spirit. So sorry I was unable to attend his service, just learning of his passing. I will miss him dearly.

07/20/2018 08:59 pm

Linda Harris Reynolds writes,

My deepest and most heartfelt condolences go out to all the members of the Frederick’s family. Edward or “Eddie” as most of us knew him, was such a kind and generous man.. my landlord for the past 29 years who I was so utterly fond of. Sadly I missed his service, as I am just learning of his passing, but he was a great man.. full of spirit, and we will all miss him terribly.

07/20/2018 09:05 pm

ANDREA lit a candle and writes,

I had the honors of caring for Mr. Frederick aka pop-pop that was nickname for him, he had such a warm loving spirit, a great sense of humor, and he loved his old spice. He will always have a space in heart. My heart and prayers to his friends and family.💜

07/21/2018 03:00 am

Barbara Clower Lush and Ralph Lush writes,

Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. Ed was truly loveable and kind person.

07/22/2018 08:50 am

John and Veronica Malchione writes,

To all the Family: We are so saddened to hear of Ed's passing but know he is now with his beloved Helen. As you know, we spent many years in the upstairs shop at Frederick's and received so many considerations and kindness from your father. We loved when he rode around in his jeep tending to all the issues that came up in the various shops and of course always chatting you up with his opinions on the news of the day. He loved his family, his country and was so good to his friends. He will truly be missed. Rest is peace. God Bless you all. John and Veronica Malchione

08/23/2018 11:54 am

Kevin O'Rourke writes,

Dear Family, We, the officers and members of Eureka-DuPont Lodge #23-29, recently heard of our Brother's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences on your family's loss. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time. Fraternally and Sincerely

11/07/2018 04:46 pm

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