Frederick R. Folz, Sr.

Frederick “Fred” Richard Folz, Sr. 67, of Evansville, IN passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2019. He was born on September 13, 1951 in Evansville to Frank J. Folz, Jr. and Karolyn (Kreyling) Folz. Fred was a practicing attorney in Evansville for many years after clerking for Judge Cale Holder in Indianapolis. He served on many boards, including Evansville Day School, Willard Library, and the University of Evansville Theatre Society. Fred was a Church Elder at Eastminster Presbyterian Church and a member of Evansville Country Club. He loved traveling, especially with his family, and will be remembered for his kind nature, warm sense of humor, and persistent selflessness. He was preceded in death by his parents. Fred is survived by his wife of 29 years, Catherine (Braker) Folz; sons, Frederick Richard Folz, Jr. and August Jacob Folz; brother, Frank J. Folz III; sisters, Christina M. Folz, Mary K. Folz, and Margaret (Folz) Keating (Blake); his cousin and best friend, Stanley W. Cotton (Kimberley F.); and many beloved nieces and nephews. A Private Graveside Service will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery with Dr. Dennis Davenport officiating. Friends may visit from Noon – 6 p.m. Sunday, August 11, 2019 at Alexander East Chapel, 2115 Lincoln Avenue. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Willard Library Foundation.