Freddy Lerche was born November 8, 1940 in Fredericktown, Missouri, the son of Fred and Mattie (Weiss) Lerche and passed away on November 20, 2020 at Parkland Health Center at the age of 80 years.

Freddy was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 49 years Linda (Wilson) Lerche, two (2) brothers Otto Lerche, Bobby Lerche, one (1) sister Mildred Rogers and one (1) nephew David Lerche.

Freddy spent his days working on the family farm and evenings at home with his family.

He had a passion for Gospel music and spent many nights listening to music or humming on the porch swing.  He was a Deacon at Oak Grove United Baptist Church and Sunday School teacher for many years.

He is survived by his daughter Melinda (Dale) Griffin and one grandson Wyatt Griffin all of Bonne Terre, also many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Freddy will be missed by all who knew him, but be assured that his faith has taken him home to be with the Lord and the ones gone before him.

Until we meet again.

Memorials may be made to Oak Grove United Baptist Church.