Freddie was born April 17th 1932, in Mitchell, SD, to Fred and Elzina Brooks. She attended school in Kimball, Belvidere, and Aberdeen. She married her high school sweetheart Don on August 30, 1953. Three children grew to adulthood from their union: Douglas Leo 1954 (wife Debbie); Lyndee Ann 1957 (husband Brent Orr); and Susan Donelle 1962 (husband Tim Thune). Freddie and Don have nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, who are listed below. Freddie paid close attention to each child’s spiritual, social, and physical development. In order of birth the grandchildren are Christopher, Gabriel, Noelle, Luke, Joel, Aaron, Nick, Logan, Jett. Great-grandchildren are Arianna, Trinity, Justice, Gavin, Elora, Caleb.
Freddie made an adult decision to follow the life and teachings of Jesus Christ in her thirties. As she grew in her faith and her relationship to the Lord, she became obedient to her evangelistic gift and leanings by sharing her faith with adults and children alike. Several outlets for this were Good News Club for Children, Release Time for the grade school children, 15 years volunteering as a counselor at the area Crisis Pregnancy Center in Rapid City.
More than anything else she loved introducing people, especially young people, to the Lord. This, along with mentoring and encouraging others.
She loved being with her family and especially enjoyed family times at the cabin, near Nemo. She also took great pleasure in taming and loving horses on the family ranch.
Freddie was preceded in death by her parents and her younger sister Marlie.
A public celebration of her life and homegoing, led by Freddie’s family, will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday morning, June 16, at the Kadoka City Auditorium. Friends and family are invited to attend. Following the celebration, a light lunch will be served by the women of the Presbyterian Church and larger community.
Cards and memorials may be sent to Don Heck at P.O. Box 160, Kadoka, SD 57543.
Guest Book
Don, Sue and families we are so sorry for your loss. We are so thankful that we were able to get to know Freddie. She was a wonderful example for many people including us. She had a fervor for God and love people and always encouraged others. We know you have many great memories that you will cherish for years to come. Please know that you are being prayed for in this difficult time. Sending our love.
~ Lee & Janet Lensegrav
Sioux Falls (6/13/2016)
Dear Don and Family,
Words could never fully express the impact Freddie had on my life and growth as a Christian, teacher and parent.
I met her one summer day in 1985 when we were both driving to Victory Center Bible Camp to be counselors for the teen camp. I couldn't understand why anyone in their 50's would want to spend a week with teens at a rustic camp. By the end of the week I knew why...this woman of God had a mission to tell the world about the Jesus she loved! She certainly exemplified the calling to be a good and faithful servant.
I want to express my deepest sympathy to her family as I know she will be dearly missed. May God wrap His arms of comfort around you during this difficult time of loss.
~ Michele Raposa
Nisland (6/14/2016)
Freddie was so influential in my early years growing up in Kadoka and the Presbyterian Church activities...Bible School, Wed night fellowship, Sunday School, church youth choir and the interdenominational Christian singing group Joyful Noise that she and Don created and supported with their time, energy and probably yes funding. Here's a lyric post from one of the songs that group performed locally and in Denver called "Spirit in the Sky" that applies to my sweet memories of Freddie and her family....When I die and they lay me to rest, Gonna go to the place that's the best, When I lay me down to die, Goin' up to the spirit in the sky. God Bless you Freddie...
~ Roxy McCormick Schmit
Spearfish, SD (6/14/2016)
Her loving spirit lifted and inspired me. God gains another angel.
~ Jackie (Herber) Webb
Washington, DC (6/13/2016)
Freddie was such a kind, giving and thoughtful woman. My fondest memory was when she cared for our baby Keena during Christmas contata practices so that I could sing in the choir. Freddie, you were a blessing to many.
~ Karen Byrd
Kadoka (6/14/2016)
Don and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Freddie made such an impact on many people during her life. I have memories of youth group activities at the church and appreciate the time she devoted to the kids. Prayers.
~ Marcy Ramsey
Philip, SD (6/17/2016)
So sorry to hear of your great loss. She was there for me when I accepted Christ. I will never forget her kindness and sincerity. Roxy
~ Roxy and Ray Formanek
Rapid City, SD (6/14/2016)
Freddie was a wonderful person and loved her Lord and Savior. She will be missed. You are in our prayers.
~ Ruby and Leonard Sanftner
Kadoka (6/13/2016)
My deepest sympathies to her husband and family on the death of Freddie. I didn't know her well but she was kind to me.
~ Cynthia Letellier
Kadoka, SD (6/13/2016)
What a wonderful lady. I remember many nights in my younger days
when I would stay overnight with Doug....Great family. She will be
missed by me and everyone who knew her. My prayers with the entire
family.
~ Ken Kujawa
Huntsville, Missouri (6/14/2016)
Our prayers are with all the family at this time of loss of this dear sweet woman. Jesus welcomed her home and heaven has a beautiful soul. She blessed this whole family, what a gift it was to know her. God's blessing and comfort to all the family. Love Chris, Diana, Jake and Amanda
~ Chris and Diana Elwood
Volborg, MT (6/13/2016)
Don,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and Freddie were very inspriational to me as I grew up across the street. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Doug Millay
~ Doug Millay & Family
Scottsbluff, NE (6/13/2016)
Judge and Family We send up our prayers for Feddie and Family we will miss her smile and her greetings when we seen her at the cafe. She will be missed here in Kadoka by many people for all the wonderfull things she has done in her life time here. Prayers my Friends
~ Bruce and Bonnie Madsen
Kadoka SD (6/13/2016)
Don and family, Our thoughts and prayers have been with you during these past weeks. Freddie was much loved by her family and friends---- we'll miss her warm smile and bear hugs. But even more, we'll look forward to her happy hello when we all get to Heaven.
~ Justin & Joyce Wheeler
24208 Fairview Rd, Philip SD (6/16/2016)
Omaha, NE
~ Ardell Paulson
Omaha, NE (6/14/2016)
Our sympathies to Don and the family...never easy to let go of such a energetic lady.
~ Nancy Ekstrum
Philip (6/13/2016)
Freddie and Don too were wonderful spiritual mentors to me especially through youth group activities and Joyful Noise and also Sunday School. You will be missed, Freddie, but we are so happy for your homecoming in heaven- we know it must be glorious!! Thank you for being the hands and feet of Jesus and shaping our Christian lives. Love and prayers to all of the family.
~ Terri and Dan Renfro
Macksville, KS (6/19/2016)
Sorry ,,, Coke
~ Tom Sutterer
Rapid City (6/13/2016)
Don, sending thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort your family.
~ Linda Larson
Martin (6/13/2016)
I have always told people that Freddie Heck is my spiritual Mom. Somehow she always knew when I needed encouragement, a hug, or advise. She helped shape my teen and young adult life.
~ Scott Carlisle
Asheboro North Carolina (6/13/2016)