Contributions to the tribute of Ella Marie Frese

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

Dear Frese Family, My condolences go out to you all for the loss of Ella, who I only know as Mrs. Frese or Rob’s mom. I have many fond memories of her from growing up around the Frese household. Rob and I were best friends growing up and spent countless hours at each other’s houses. Mrs. Frese would try to keep us out of trouble or from hurting ourselves and was always there to patch us up when we didn’t listen, which was often. She was there when I busted my head open and needed stitches, when my sister fell out of a tree and broke her arm and when Eric had legendary wiped outs on various bikes and go-carts. My mom always loved talking to Ella and counted her as a close friend and confidant. My parents both gave her credit for getting me to finally eat vegetables – she had made a beef and vegetable stew which I would normally have pitched a fit about at my house, but Mrs. Frese was not exactly easy to say “no” to, so I tried to be brave and try it. Well, it turned out to be surprisingly good; from then on, I would try new things with the hope that some strange dish might be as good as Mrs. Frese’s stew. It’s hard to miss our moms and our friend’s moms. They are the major players in our collective growing up. My heart goes out to those that are left behind, but I hope you can be together and enjoy recalling so many wonderful stories of how Ella shared her love with all those around her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Robert Bennett

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Eliot Andrews and Rick Hubbard posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Dear Wolf, Erich, Bella, Rob, Tammy and family, Sending our love, thoughts and prayers to you during this difficult time. Ella was a wonderful, warm and welcoming person who fully embraced life with a sense of humor and a sparkle in her eyes. She was a very special, perceptive and close family friend who was open to sharing her wisdom of all things she took interest in. She will be warmly thought of and very much missed by those who were fortunate to know her and experience her kindness and love. Our love to all – Eliot and Rick

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William Andrews posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Dear Erich, Bella, Wolf, Rob, Tammy and family, Ella was a special lady who will be greatly missed. She was so warm and generous with her time and with all things. I remember stopping by the Student Health Center just to chat, which she always had time for. I think fondly of the holiday and birthday gatherings at her home, and with Wolf’s quiet humor - a great pair. I have some of her great recipes at the very top of the list in my book of favorites - including the best cheesecake ever - and I plan on making one soon in her memory and honor. I'm grateful that Ella was a good friend to our whole family. I’m sorry for your loss, which is all of our loss. Love and peace to everyone in the family - William

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Elizabeth Frese posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Dear Wolf, Erich, Rob, Peg and all the Frese and Cavitt Families, My heart aches and goes out to you, and my love and prayers are with you every moment. I loved having Ella as a Mother-in-Law, and my mother loved having Ella as a friend. She was such an extraordinary, special, loving person, and she raised the most wonderful sons, Erich and Rob. I will keep her in my heart every day, and I will miss her very much. Love, Elizabeth Frese

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

A Memorial Tree was planted for Ella Frese

Monday, April 10, 2023

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1941 - 2023

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