Fred Timmer
October 7, 1925 ~ January 7, 2015
Fred J. Timmer, age 89 of Nashua, died Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at his home.
A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 12, 2015, at Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home - Olson Chapel in Nashua with Pastor Ben Scholl presiding.
Friends may greet the family 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. on Monday prior to the service at Hugeback Johnson Funeral Home - Olson Chapel.
Fred James Timmer was born October 7, 1925, in rural Butler County, IA, the son of Jake and Nellie (Modderman) Timmer. He attended school in Frederika and was a graduate of the Frederika High School in 1943. After graduation, Fred served in the United States Army during World War II. Upon his return from service, he was introduced to Myla Jensen and the couple was married October 4, 1953, at the First Congregational Church in Nashua.
Fred was employed at Gayther Tiling Company where he installed tile and did various other jobs. Later he acquired a position working for the City of Nashua where he worked from 1975 until his retirement.
Fred had a passion for the outdoors and especially enjoyed Hunting and Fishing. Fred spent many hours fishing off his dock in Nashua. Besides their home in Nashua, Myla and Fred had a trailer at the Mississippi River, near Black Hawk Park, where they would enjoy their time fishing, and other activities the area had to offer. Fred enjoyed golfing and socializing with friends at the County Club.
Fred was involved in many community organizations in the Nashua area including the, Nashua VFW, Nashua Boat Club and Nashua Fire Department. He was also a member of the Elks Lodge, and a long time member of the Nashua Country Club.
Fred is survived by his wife of 61 years, Myla of Nashua, IA; three brothers-in-law, William Bravener, Charles Jensen and Paul (Barb) Jensen and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Frances Hahn and Stella Bravener; two brothers-in-law, Alvin Hahn and Donald Jensen; two sisters-in-law, Ada Jane Jensen and Garland Jensen.
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Myla, What great times we had with you and Freddy as we were growing up. You treated us neighborhood kids like we were your own. Fun times!! Lakeshore lost a couple of good ones within a week. Jerry Naeve and Freddy Timmer!! With Sympathy, Karilyn Naeve Claude
My sympathies to you, Myla. Thinking of you and praying God keeps you strong.
Jerry Wiltse lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
Bob And Joyce Beck lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
Myla, we have great memories of fun times with you and Freddie at Scribners, we will treasure them always,also seeing him make his journey around town. You have our deepest sympathy.
Doug & Terri sent a virtual gift in memory of Fred James Timmer
Myla so sorry for your loss, going to miss Fred Driving that slow turtle around town checking on things, he’s going to be missed beyond words, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Doug & Terri Gibbs sent a virtual gift in memory of Fred James Timmer
Myla- Steve and I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We all loved Freddy. The guys always enjoyed him coming in at the shop and bringing him mushrooms. Everytime I seen him he always made me think of Grandpa.. They are two awesome people that will always be missed. Steve and Tami Sudol
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Many great memories of Fred at the fire station, fishing on the Mississippi and at the country club. He was truly one of a kind and will be missed. Our condolences to Myla. Eric & Kim Olson
Myla & family, please know how sorry we are on the loss of your dear loved one. Fred was a very special man that almost everyone here in Nashua knew & respected, a true ICON of the community. We will miss seeing him make the rounds checking on things in the area & we will also miss his smiling face in his ‘reserved stool’ at the T&C Club. The guys will miss his spot at the card playing table & his great sense of humor. We are thinking of you during this difficult time & our hearts are sad. Please know we are keeping you in our thoughts & prayers. Rest in peace dear friend, you have earned your heavenly reward & are now In the loving arms of your Savior. Dick & Sue Baldwin, friends forever…
Paula Hill lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
Diana And Steve lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
Fred was like a second dad to Randy, Karla and I. He always kept us laughing and we will miss him.
Brad & Andie Olson
Michael And Christina Stroud lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
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Myla, So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. He will be missed.
God took a great man home who will be greatly missed.
Terrry & Shawna Hillesheim lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
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Monica Craig lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
He was like another Grandpa for us growing up! Will always remember getting that dime for getting his beer out of the cooler on Friday nights ..Sh*&(& on your neighbor card night!
Betty Orric lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
Galen & Sandy Franzen lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
So sorry Myla. The Scribners all have fond memories of Fred!-
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Sorry Myla. I think you know how much we loved the guy. Almost like having an extra Grandpa. We will really miss him. Have a lot of great memories. Love you, Tracy, Steph, and Clay
Fred was an amazing man and we’ll miss him. Our hearts are with you Myla.
Kristi Scribner Lubben lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
Larry Fisher lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
Myla, Fred will be missed by all. He was one of a kind. thoughts and prayers are with you Larry Fisher
Sending you our deepest sympathy Myla, have many memories of Freddy. he was a great guy and always enjoyed visiting with both of you! Our prayers are with you. Sandy (Hicok)& Jim Miller
Thinking of the family at your time of loss.
Myla, Sorry to hear. Freddy is a Iconic Legend and will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Myla, Had a lot of good times with you and Fred at the river. You are in our prayers. Jim Mitchell
Bill & Diane Schaetzel lit a candle in memory of Fred James Timmer
RIP Freddy! You were such a kind & funny man. We’ll miss talking to you when we come home. Sending our deepest sympathy to Myla & family.
Myla, Fred will be greatly missed in Nashua and Ionia.He was always glad to see you and visit. May God bless you and your family in this trying time. Kevin Potratz
Myla, we are so sorry for your loss. Lots of memories both here in Nashua and fishing & camping at Black Hawk Park!
Myla and family I am so sorry to hear about Freddy! My heart and prayers go out to you. What can you say about Freddy? He always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. I will miss him dearly! God bless you all. Liz Henninger