Fred Joseph Kerekes

Fred Joseph Kerekes, 65, of Overland Park, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2010, at his home.

Fred was born December 13, 1944, to Michael and Dorothy Kerekes in Honolulu, Hawaii. On May 16, 1970, Fred married Rosalie Margaret Rodriguez in Long Beach, California.

Fred joined the United States Navy in 1963. He served two tours in Vietnam. Fred retired from the Navy as a Chief Petty Officer in January of 1985. After retiring from the Navy, Fred went to work for the city of Norfolk, Virginia before retiring in December of 2006. Fred enjoyed spending time outdoors tending to his flower garden and caring for his two dogs Sweet Pea and Icey.

Fred is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Rosalie; two sons, Joseph Kerekes, and Daniel Kerekes and wife Heather; daughter Felicia Kerekes; three grandchildren, Mia, Simon, and Evelyn.

Visitation and Services

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, September 8, 2010, at the Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee. Funeral Service will be 10 a.m., Thursday, September 9, 2010, at the chapel followed by burial with military honors in Leavenworth National Cemetery.