We lost a great man today. A man by the name of Bill, William, Dad, Grandpa, and Great Grandpa. You was a family man, a compassionate man, and a caring man. You were a man of many hobbies, from boating, to reading, building dune buggies and race cars, throw in the love of golfing and a need for adventure. I have always looked up to my grandfather for many things. I remember you helping me pull out one of my baby teeth.  I remember writing papers about you in grade school where in 2nd grade I wrote about how you were trying to become famous by sailing across the Saginaw Bay. Or in 4th grade when I wrote about you as my favorite inventor, who holds the patent in the US Patent Office for Power Assisted Rack and Pinion Steering Gear.  I remember walking down to the beach in Gulf Shores Alabama and we would stand there and skip stones over really big waves. I remember that you took me to Hooters for the very first time when I was only 11. I remember your golf ball looking muscles when you flexed his arms. I remember you would drive the motor home all day every day when you would take us on vacations to see things we have never seen before. You have left great memories for me to reflect upon. You have made an impact on my life and you will not be forgotten. I will tell stories of you to my children so they too can know what a great man you are. You have made an impact on not only my life but many others…. and your legacy will live on through those people forever.

REST IN PEACE GRANDPA FREI