Freda Anne Maroon Nassar

Entered into eternal rest, peacefully in her home on Palm Sunday, March 20, 2016 at the age of 97.

Daughter of the late Salem and Nimerah Maroon. Freda is predeceased by her husband Edward A.J. Nassar, siblings Ernest, Lucille, Charles and Louis Maroon. Sisters-in-law Mary &Marion Maroon, Margaret Tannous, Francis Nassar. Brothers-in-law Morris Tannous, Adib Nassar. She is survived by her devoted daughter JudieLynn Nassar (Thomas) McAvinney and her loving grandchildren, Patrick Anthony and Brenna Rae McAvinney (Michael Bonis); her Brothers, John(Norma), Paul & Peter Maroon; Sisters-in-law, Mary & Emily Maroon; Cousins, Fefa Marie Deeb, George (Jean) Deeb, Mary(Lowell)Hawes. She is also survived by many nieces , nephews and wonderful friends who loved her dearly. Special thanks to her niece, Joan Tannous (John) Zeppetella for their continuous support and dedication. Appreciation to Fr. Ray Fleming, Peggy Herbeck Delach, Kathy & Mike Scherzi, Marcia Boccacci, Ann McAvinney, Jim Kunst, and Terry (Kim) ,Rosie and Leo Herbeck, all who held a very special place in her heart.

Freda’s family immigrated to Waterville Maine from Lebanon in the early 1900’s where they were an integral part of the Lebanese Maronite Community. She graduated from Waterville High School and Burdett College at Boston. She attended Pratt Diagnostic Hospital and Boston City Hospital, studying

X-ray technology. She was the Chief X-ray technician at the Plummer Memorial Hospital in Dexter, ME, and at the Sisters of Seton Hospital in Waterville, ME. She was a woman ahead of her time and believed that education and career were important. She married in 1956 and relocated to Rochester, NY where she raised her daughter, although Waterville, ME, was always considered home.

Freda loved her family unconditionally, especially her grandchildren, who assisted in her daily care. She was devoted to her faith and celebrated the traditions of her Lebanese heritage. She was a strong woman with a kind heart who cared for so many. She touched many lives and for that we all have been blessed.

We would like to extend our appreciation for the Nursing Home Transition and Diversion Waiver Program which allowed Freda to remain home. Also to the Center for Disability Rights, to All About You Home Care, Inc., Visiting Nurse Service, Home Instead, Medical House Calls for Seniors. All provided her with excellent home care over the last few years. Our gratitude to Dr. Postigo, April, Heather, Dora, Lily, Pat V., Lestelle & nurses Casey, Cathy & Pat.

Friends may call Thursday, March 31, 4-8pm at the Funeral Home of ALVAH HALLORAN & SON, 2125 Chili Avenue. Viewing also on Friday April 1, 9:30- 10:30am at the New St. Monica’s Church, 34 Monica St. Rochester, NY, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Entombment at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the White Haven Preservation Foundation, 210 Marsh Rd. Pittsford, NY 14534.