It is with great sorrow that the family of Fredia L. Dodson announces the passing of their Mother, Grandmother, and Mema on June 17, 2024, surrounded by family, at the age of 89, in Great Bend, Kan.

Fredia was born on July 17, 1934, in Texas County, Mo., the third child of seven to Charles and Daisy Coatney. She married her high school sweetheart, Lyle Dodson, on May 10, 1952, and moved to Great Bend where they raised their children, Steven Lyle Dodson (Jacque) of Wichita, Gregory Dodson of Hutchinson, and Lora Alefs (Kenny) of Great Bend. They owned and operated Rosencrantz-Bemis Water Well in Great Bend since 1973 and Darling Drilling in Hutchinson.

She was very proud of her five grandchildren, Kelly Kearney, Cory Dodson, Christopher Dodson, Ryan Alefs and Shelly Duvall. Fredia was blessed with seven great-granddaughters, two great-grandsons, and one great-great-granddaughter. Her love for them was boundless and she never missed an opportunity to boast about their accomplishments.

Survivors include her children; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchild; one brother; and three sisters. She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; one brother; and one sister. 

“While we deeply miss you, we will take comfort in the countless memories you’ve left us with. Thank you for the lessons, laughter, and most importantly, your endless love.”

Cremation has been chosen and a private family service will take place at a later date. Memorials have been designated to Kansas Groundwater Association Scholarship Fund or Kans for Kids, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net.

Funeral arrangements provided by

Bryant Funeral Home

1425 Patton Road

Great Bend, KS  67530

Great Bend (Kan.) Tribune, Aug. 10, 2024