Freida Isabel Tole, 74, widow of John Francis Tole, who resided at Brookside Apartments in Bennington died unexpectedly Monday November 21, 2016 at her residence.
She was born in Bennington, VT May 8, 1942. She was the daughter of the late Frederick C. Wright and Rosalie M. (LaBranie) Wright. Freida received her education in Bennington and was a graduate of Bennington High School.
Freida enjoyed caring for people and was employed as a private duty nurse.
She enjoyed crafts. Over the years Freida along with her brother Fred played in a country music band. She loved her pets especially her dog and best friend Sagalee
Survivors include four daughters, Kim Forrest and her husband Charles of Hoosick Falls, New York, Shannon Clark of Pownal, VT, Melissa Tole of Bennington and Tammy Coyne and her husband Carlton of Bennington; Nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren; Along with several brothers and sisters and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her brothers Frederick and James Wright and a sister Ricky Stone.
A private service will be held at the family lot at the Cossayuna Cemetery in Greenwich, New York.
If friends desire contributions in memory of Freida may be made to Second Chance Animal Shelter through the office of the Mahar and Son Funeral Home 628 Main St. Bennington, VT 05201. Guest book condolences may be made at www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net