I have tried to call Fred several times in the past 5  or 6 years, today after I Google him I learned the very sad reason why he didn't respond.  Fred and I did many local fashion shows for the Frasier talent agency in the 80's & 90's. I have never met a nicer guy than Fred...rest in peace my brother.

In the Heavens above. I remember your humor and loved our friendship.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

If the "Fountain of Youth" does truly exist, then Fred Fraboni was its poster boy!
Fred's constant vitality, ever-youthful spirit and just good ole' joy of life was absolutely contagious - and you always felt better after a visit with darling Fred.
He was so sweet to our children, as they were growing up, and those wonderful later summer dinners in LaVonne and Fred's backyard are forever a part of our fondest memories.
Take care, sweetie...

Uncle Fred, You have been a special part of my life and family. Thank you for being my "Dad" for the past 38 years. ILY. You are truly one of a kind!

It Saddens me to hear of the loss of such a very dear man.
I had many opportunities have him as part of my life.
He will be missed.

So sorry to hear that we have lost Fred. i had the pleasure of appearing with him in Funny Girl . What a great guy!

Dear Fred, 
You were such a dear, dear man; always positive and always supportive, always generous with a smile and a laugh.  I know you're up there, entertaining with your unique humor, until we meet again.

I remember Fred fondly.  So sorry to hear of his loss.

I was one of the King's children in the San Jose Light Opera so many, many years ago.  I remember Fred with the warmest memories.  He was as his wife described "The Pied Piper".  The kid loved him.  I remember crying the night of our last performance and he scooped me up is his arms and made me laugh and smile again.  Fred, you were a special man that left an indelible mark on my soul.

So sorry for the loss to the fraboni's.

Mark A. Guardino

Thank you for all of the fond memories, Fred Fraboni.......You will not be forgotten.

My favorite cousin. I have fond memories of my childhood years growing up, with Fred, whenever he and his family came out to California for a visit.   I will miss his  smiles and humor.  Fred was always ready to help out when we needed him the most.  You could count on Fred.  A very generous man.
Yes, he was one of a kind.  I will miss him terribly.  You will always be in our thoughts and  prayers Fred.  Rest in peace my Dear Fred.
Love, Barbara and husband Sal.

Hanford, California

Uncle Fred
  My Mom, Mafalda Fraboni Coggiola used to light up when
talking about you. If  only we could have lived closer..
I wish my four children and 8 Grandkids would have gotten
to know you.
  What an amazing man...my Uncle Fred

Don Coggiola

Uncle Fred,

I will miss you...I know my father and mother (coggiola Family) will be in heaven to greet you.

I still remember when you took me (SHARK Tooth) hunting in the Santa Cruz mountains

You were one  of a kind
Michael Coggiola

I grew up next door to the Fraboni's. Mr.Fraboni was the only person I let put a string around my tooth the other end on the door knob the shut the door.Yanked my tooth right out. That is trust. He always made me laugh. He will be forever in my heart and thoughts.

There are people who come in and out of your lives who make such a difference.  Fred was that to me. Just being around him.  Soaking in his view of life and seeing that there is so much to do and accomplish after 60. His laugh, his endless youthful spirit and his stories will be with me forever.  Everyone should have a Fred Fraboni in their lives.  I'm lucky to have known him. My love to you LaVonne.

In memory of my dear Fred-O - in your final days, you showed, grace, even humor at times, and that poetry which so few men have  What a big life we lived - you will be marching at the head of the parades in Heaven.  Love, LaVonne

OBITUARY

Fred John Fraboni

4 November, 1920 – 17 September, 2013

Lima Family Santa Clara Mortuary

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