PATRICK, FREDA R. of Pontiac, passed away December 3, 2021 at 79 years of age. Loving wife of the late John Patrick; dear mother of Robin Patrick, John Patrick, James (Shannon) Patrick, and the late Christopher Patrick; Nanny of 12; great Nanny of 4; sister of Paul (Wanda) Fannin, Janice (Walter) Hale; preceded in death by siblings Phyllis White and Everett White, Jr. Survived by her cherished dogs, Bups and Tank. Freda was a caring and loving wife and mother who took great care of her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed the casinos; word searchers; and watching her favorite show on TV, "Ghost Adventures". Nanny to everyone, she will be dearly missed by her family and for her signature line when asked, "I'm starving to death". Funeral service will be Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 11 AM at COATS FUNERAL HOME-WATERFORD. Burial follows at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Family will receive friends Wednesday 9:30 AM until time of service.