Rev. Freda Mae Pytcher

Rev. Freda Mae Pytcher, 89, of Jamestown, NY, formerly of Lafayette, passed away, Friday, September 24, 2021, at UPMC Chautauqua.

Born June 3, 1932, in Warren, she was a daughter of the late George and Josephine (Moyer) Craker.

She was a graduate of Sugar Grove Central School.  She earned her BA in education at Roberts Wesleyan College, and ser master’s degree at St. Bonaventure University in Administration.

On December 24, 1955, in Sugar Grove she married Rev. Richard E. Pytcher who preceded her in death on September 21, 2009.

Freda was a teacher in the Rochester City Schools District, Bolivar Central and Jamestown City Schools.  Her passion in life was spreading the word of God. She formerly pastored in Gifford, and at the Joy Fellowship FMU in Jamestown. Up until the pandemic she taught Bible Study at Joy Fellowship. She enjoyed gardening as well.

Surviving are two daughters, Trudy Oldham, of Jamestown, NY and Marla Jean Sink of Raleigh, NC, one son, Arnold Newton Pytcher, of Tulsa OK, one daughter-law, Sadyann Pytcher of Bedford TX, eight grandchildren, Daniel Butts, Joshua Butts, David Butts Joseph Pytcher, George Pytcher, Rachel Mollenhoff, Louis Roth, and Lauren Roth, seven great grandchildren, Natalie Butts, Grady Butts, Marcus Butts, Anna Butts, Luka Mollenhoff, Samuel Mollenhoff, and Henry Pytcher, one sister Mabel Miller, seven brothers, Ronald Craker, George Craker, Wesley Craker, Francis Craker, Jerry Craker, Kenneth Craker, Edward Craker and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Richard, one son Clark Pytcher, one brother Leslie Craker, and two sisters, Pauline Dahler, and Marlene Lemming.

Friends will be received on Tuesday September 28, 2021, from 11:00 am to Noon in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 33 South Avenue, at Noon funeral services will be held with Rev. Dodi McIntyre, Pastor of the Joy Fellowship FMC, and Rev. Brett Heintzman co-officiating. Committal services and burial will be in Lafayette Cemetery.

For those not able to attend in person this service will be live streamed at Noon via this link: https://bit.ly/3kqKDRX

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to the Joy Fellowship FMC Church or a charity of the donor's choice.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Freda was a wonderful person heart of Gold she will surely be missed by friends and family and every time I see beets I will think of her prayers to the family may God be with you during this time
— Linda Kramer

Pastor Freda was a Godsend when my wife Sandy had a Crohn''s attack and I was in Tennessee on a business trip. She came right to our house and prayed over Sandy and provided her with so much comfort. I know for a fact that she will have a pile of crowns to lay at Jesus'' feet. I can''t wait to see her again.
— Dave Rishell

I have always loved Freda she helped Greg my youngest son to read. she is a very SPECIAL lady!
— Nada Lawton

I taught with Freda at Washington Middle School, in the 80’s. She was a wonderful lady. So sorry for your loss. Her good deeds live in with many, as noted in the condolences. My sympathy to her family. Terry Radecki
— TerryRadecki

Sorry we are not able to be there. Been praying for the family and you all continue to be in our thoughts.
— Ken & Jane Craker

So sorry for your loss of your Mom. I have so many wonderful memories of Freda. She was a very special woman and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. God bless you!
— Betty Sundquist

Freda was a dear friend and neighbor to my mother, Jean Larson on Lovall Ave. They lived across the street from one another. We always appreciated all Freda did for our mom, such as visiting her and bringing her flowers, etc. We also visited Freda several times while mother was still alive and also after. She was a lovely, wonderful woman. Carol Sorg and Connie Wright
— Carol Sorg

Rest In Peace aunt Freda. Love & miss you already
— Cassidy Birt

So many wonderful memories of Freda over the years. Prayers to her children and siblings.
— Grant Frodelius

Marla & Arnie, Sorry to hear of your mom''s passing. Sounds like she had a meaningful life. Be well and stay safe.
— Rob P

Condolences

  • Freda was a wonderful person heart of Gold she will surely be missed by friends and family and every time I see beets I will think of her prayers to the family may God be with you during this time

    — Linda Kramer
  • Pastor Freda was a Godsend when my wife Sandy had a Crohn''s attack and I was in Tennessee on a business trip. She came right to our house and prayed over Sandy and provided her with so much comfort. I know for a fact that she will have a pile of crowns to lay at Jesus'' feet. I can''t wait to see her again.

    — Dave Rishell
  • I have always loved Freda she helped Greg my youngest son to read. she is a very SPECIAL lady!

    — Nada Lawton
  • I taught with Freda at Washington Middle School, in the 80’s. She was a wonderful lady. So sorry for your loss. Her good deeds live in with many, as noted in the condolences. My sympathy to her family. Terry Radecki

    — TerryRadecki
  • Sorry we are not able to be there. Been praying for the family and you all continue to be in our thoughts.

    — Ken & Jane Craker