Freda J. Tarby

Freda Tarby, 95, was born April 13, 1928 in Somerville, NJ to parents Joseph & Wladyslawa Nadwodny, who migrated to the United States from Poland several years earlier. Freda was the third sibling of 4, with older sisters Irene & Helen and a younger brother Joseph Jr., all who have pre-deceased her. Freda was a life-long resident of Manville and a faithful communicant of Sacred Heart R.C. Church, where she married another life-long Manville resident, Michael Tarby on November 15, 1947, a marriage that enjoyed 69 happy anniversaries. Freda & Mike had three children, Raymond, Daria & Bruce in 1949, 1958 & 1962, respectively. Freda was truly beloved by all who knew her and was the epitome of a nurturing mother, faithful wife, wonderful Aunt Freda & dear friend to many. Freda was well known for her exceptional cooking ability with her long-time slogan “I aim to please” attitude. Grandson, Michael Parr, in his younger days once said “Gram, you’re a good cooker!” and that moniker stuck within the family. At family gatherings, everyone looked forward to Freda’s delicious home-made apple & pumpkin pies, pierogies, stuffed cabbage, potato salad & coleslaw. Also jokingly, Michael once said “Gram, you’re a tough old-lady”, as Freda got a kick of that and used it many times to self-describe herself, although, she was the sweetest, kindest person to mostly everyone she met. Freda was known as “Gram” to her four admiring and loving grandchildren, Michael and Colin Parr, and Austin and Olivia Tarby, who cherished her genuinely loving affection. Even her grand-dogs, Astro & Mia, were drawn to Gram as their favorite cuddle partner for she had an easy and gentle way about herself. Freda was a loyal Mets fan for many years, loved the latest fashion trends, frequently enjoyed a good movie, and loved to travel. Freda was always ready at a moment’s notice for casino trips to Atlantic City, which she enjoyed for many years, including on her 95th birthday. In her earlier years, Freda impressed many with her polka dancing ability with husband Mike at weddings and parties. Freda had a weakness for potato chips & peanut butter kandy-cakes as her all-time favorite snacks and was always welcoming for anyone who would stop by her house for impromptu visits from nieces, nephews, friends, and family members. Freda is survived by daughter Daria Parr, (Naples FL/Manasquan NJ) son-in-law Kevin Parr, grandsons Michael & Colin Parr, son Bruce Tarby (Pittstown, NJ) daughter-in-law Alexa Tarby, grandson, Austin Tarby & granddaughter, Oliva Tarby. Freda is pre-deceased by son Raymond in 1987 and faithful husband Michael in 2016. Freda will be missed by many, but will always be remembered in the highest regard for her abundant love and kindness, a quality that she radiated. The visitation will be on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 from 4PM to 8PM at the Ketusky Funeral Home, 1310 Brooks Blvd., Manville, NJ 08835. The Funeral will take place on Thursday, September 21, 2023 8:00 AM from the Ketusky Funeral Home followed by a 9:00 AM Funeral Mass at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church (Christ The Redeemer Parish) in Manville, NJ. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Hillsborough, NJ.

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Freda J. Tarby

April 13, 1928 - September 15, 2023