Contributions to the tribute of Fred Minni

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The family of Fred Minni uploaded a photo

Thursday, September 21, 2017

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Friday, March 25, 2016

Although We never met I so enjoyed our long talks on the phone with you Millie and will surely miss hearing from your beloved Fred. We got acquainted when Pat passed and all of us were so worried about Willie. So much sadness in such a short time. I became concerned and texted Michele explaining I hadn't heard from you or Fred since you returned from Ohio. Sadly and broken hearted now I understand. Love you Millie to the Moon and back. Rest in Peace my friend Fred and enjoy spending time with Willie. With love always your Marlene

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Grace & Bob lit a candle

Friday, March 25, 2016

Uncle Fred we will always love you and will miss you terribly. Love Gracie & Bob xo

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Doug Gallo lit a candle

Thursday, March 24, 2016

Rest in Peace, my Friend!

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Tara Hibbett Poppop's grandaughter posted a condolence

Thursday, March 24, 2016

First I would like to thank everyone here for coming. It truly means a lot to my family and me… I knew I wanted to speak at my grandfather’s service and I was told I should write something myself. Normally, when I write it kind of just flows but this is the first time I have really struggled finding the right words. So…..I’m sitting here thinking about how I am going to write this. Usually I am told, I write so well, but Poppop … this time I’m truly at a loss for words…… I keep thinking I’m going to wake up and this will all go away……..I keep thinking that I’m going to drive to your apartment and walk in to you sitting in your chair watching doctor OZ like usual……I know I can say it a million times, but I don’t think anyone will truly understand when I say you mean the world to me. You will be remembered by so many for your admirable work ethic, your sharp wit, and most of all your incredibly big heart. To me you will be remembered for so much more. You meant so many things to so many people. You were a father, brother, husband, uncle, mentor, and friend. “Grandfather”, doesn’t even begin to describe what you mean to me. You were my best friend, Poppop. You were the one who reminded me to always work hard. The one who said to never give up my artwork and keep drawing. The one who inspired me to pursue my dreams. On the days I felt I wanted to quit I simply thought of you, and that is what has always kept me going. My goal may be a career in the medical field, like we have always shared interest in, but my biggest dream has always been to make you proud. It was just a matter of two weeks ago we sat at your apartment and you said to me “ I hope I get to see you graduate” I laughed at you and said “Poppop what the heck are you talking about? Of course you will” I truly believed that. I could never imagine in a million years you would be leaving me so soon. Your famous line to me was always “Tara don’t ever give up, keep going, because you can do it. Once you have your education you will be on top of the world. Don’t let anything stop you. Nothing. You can do it” I can still hear you saying this and pointing to me. I think we hear sometimes but we don’t always listen. I must have heard this line over a million times as I grew up with my Poppop by my side. I can tell you right now I would give anything in the world to hear it one more time. I could listen to his life stories over and over again. Even if I had heard it a million times before, I would still hang on to every word. He used to say “ did you know your mother used to run track? And I would laugh and say yes you tell me all the time. But then he would laugh and say yeah but man she was faaaasst * shake hands* her and your aunt? Nobody could catch them “ He was always so proud of his two girls and absolutely adored them. The precious bond my grandfather and I had will always be the strength in my heart that keeps me going. I think back to his stories and our conversations. He didn’t always have it easy. In fact, he faced many hardships at a young age, and despite it all, he managed to make himself into a successful and very respectable man. What I admire the most in him was the selflessness and encouragement he always showed towards others. You can tell a lot about someone’s character by the way they treat others in times of need and in times of their own success. Whether he had his own obstacles to face or not, my poppop never hesitated to lend a helping and supporting hand. That is not always said about many people. He truly was a remarkable example to live by. Those of you that knew my Poppop knew he also lived an incredibly healthy life. He read every nutrition label and constantly educated himself on health and medicine. His biggest concern of all was avoiding sugar ….or as he called it “the white devil”. I asked my dad if he had ever seen him eat sweets and he told me” in all the years ive known him,I saw him eat chocolate cake once.”… Well popppop I may be wrong, but last I heard there aren’t any calories or sugar in heaven, so you can have all the chocolate cake you want now. I really have yet to come to terms with the fact that when I leave here and go back to his apartment he wont be there. I have yet to accept the idea that when I get a good mark on my exams he wont be there to pick up the phone when I call. It is hard poppop to think the next time I have news to tell I can’t just stop over and tell you. I am going to miss our long conversations about life. Our inside jokes. I’m going to miss that smile and laugh and your endless whitty remarks. You will be missed by so many, poppop, because you have touched so many lives with the best intentions always in mind. When I was with you it felt like the whole world took a break from fast forward, and just paused for a brief while. Now it feels like my whole world has just stopped. I will forever cherish the moments I was blessed to have spent with you, Poppop. But really no amount of time would ever be enough. What I do find comfort in,is that you are watching over us all. Besides, I know you are too stubborn to leave us all just yet. I know you can hear me and I know you are listening as always. I love you, Poppop, more than you will ever know. This will not be good bye, because honestly I can’t say good bye to you. This is only see you soon. “This is my comfort in my affliction, that your promise gives me life.” We all love you so much.

Fred Minni

1923 - 2016

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