Was called to our heavenly home on August 2, 2021 to join the love of his life Mary Ann (Lou) Friehs at the age of 87. He is survived by his 4 children and their spouses, Joyce Marek (Raymond Marek), James Friehs, Daniel Friehs (Jenny Friehs) and Stephen Friehs. He was proud and deeply loved his 10 grand and great grandchildren – Michelle Hancock, Cole Hancock, Eli Hancock, Holly Marek, Chris Marek, Andrea McCarthy, Madisyn McCarthy, Jason Friehs, Matthew Friehs, and Dawson Friehs.
Bill was an avid baseball and football fan. In 1951 as a senior at Roosevelt High School he was voted onto the Missouri all district baseball team as one of the best outfielders in the area batting .520 in 14 league games. Upon graduation he spent one year and half years on active duty with the 131st Air National Guard during the Korean conflict. After discharge he reported to the Brooklyn Dodgers training camp. He decided not to play in the minors and returned to St. Louis to pursue a college education on a baseball scholarship with the University of Missouri. Monsanto hired him as a summer intern and persuaded him to stay paying for his college education at night school. Bill attended St. Louis University and Washington University. After 38 years with Monsanto, Bill took an early retirement in 1991 to spend time with family and friends. He left Monsanto as Corporate Director of Transportation.
Services: A memorial service will be held at Kutis Funeral Home Chapel 10151 Gravois in Affton, MO on Friday, September 10, 2021 at 6:15 p.m.
My deepest sympathy and regards to the family!
I’m so sorry for your loss I know he will be missed deeply and will forever be in your hearts. Joyce and family if there is anything we can do for you please let us know
My deepest sympathy to all of Bill’s family. Bill was a good man and great friend. He will be missed by all but never forgotten!
May God’s grace be with you during this difficult time. So many wonderful lives lost these past few years.