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In memory of
Fred John Caterina
January 29, 1929 - January 18, 2025
Jan 29, 1929 - Jan 18, 2025
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Obituary
Fred was born on January 29, 1929 in the area of midtown Manhattan known then, and still, as Hell’s Kitchen. He passed away on January 18, 2025, just eleven days shy of his 96th birthday. His parents were Rocco and Christina, who had emigrated from the village of Montagano in Italy to the United States in the early 1920’s. He was preceded in death by his parents, his three siblings Millie Hagan (Andrew), Mary Foley …
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What were Fred's favorite ways to spend free time?
Spending time with family and friends; having meaningful conversations with intellig…
Spending time with family and friends; having meaningful conversations with intelligent people…
Spending time with family and friends; having meaningful conversations with intelligent people from all walks of life; …
What were Fred's favorite games to play?
Bridge, Trivia Tournaments
Bridge, Trivia Tournaments
Bridge, Trivia Tournaments
What were Fred's favorite sports teams?
San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants
San Francisco Giants
What were Fred's favorite movies?
Gone With the Wind
Gone With the Wind
Gone With the Wind
Timeline
Born
January 29th, 1929
Manhattan, New York, NY
Graduated from elementary school
1941
Graduated from high school
1945
Brooklyn Technical High School, Fort Greene Place, Brooklyn, NY
Survived by
Vincent Caterina
Son
Vashta Caterina
Daughter-in-law
Susan King
Daughter
Ed King
Son-in-law
Laurie Reiff
Step-daughter
Steve Reiff
Stepson-in-law
James Carlson
Step-son
Kelly Carlson
Stepdaughter-in-law
Thomas Caterina (Mansi)
Grandson
Sandra Fash (James), Allison Holliday (Wes), Stephanie Cesaretti (Garrett), Jenna King
Granddaughters
Meaghan, Claire, Katie, Anna, Stephen Reiff
Step-grandchildren
Aubrey, Vivian, Eleanor, Everett, Hannah, Ryder, Tucker, Liz
Great-grandchildren
Predeceased by
Jean Carlson Caterina
Wife
Rocco Caterina
Father
Christina Fruscella Caterina
Mother
Millie Hagan
Sister
Mary Foley
Sister
Ray Caterina
Brother
Victoria Laudi Caterina
Ex-wife
Brady Carlson
Step-grandson
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Cause of death
Natural causes
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In lieu of flowers, consider a gift to American Cancer Society.
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Susan King (Fred's daughter) and
Vince Caterina.
