Our beloved Fredrick “Freddie” Duane Brewer was born March 16, 1930 in Crowley, CO and went to meet his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 2, 2024 at his home in Colorado Springs, CO.
Freddie grew up in Crowley and finished high school in Manzanola, CO. He enlisted in the U.S. Army on March 8, 1951 and deployed to Korea from August 8, 1951 through May 2, 1952 serving as a Combat Medic on the front lines. After his service, he was honorably discharged and moved to Leoti, KS where he spent the next 43 years in farming. He loved watching things grow. On December 5, 1954 he married Janet Joyce Palmour in Crowley, CO. Freddie gave his heart to follow Jesus in 1956 at the Leoti Baptist Church. He retired from farming in 1995 and moved to Colorado Springs, CO.
He is survived by his wife, Janet; and their five children: Marty Brewer, Terri (Kirk) Larson, Kay (Rex) Walk, Blake (Kassy) Brewer, Bryce (Sue) Brewer; eleven grandchildren: Jenny Walk, Jill (Jason) Hubbard, Jami (Irvin) George, Kolin Walk, Jace (Jordan) Larson, Kye (Olivia) Brewer, Zach Brewer, Shea Walk, Tate Brewer, Quade Brewer, Quinn Brewer; four great-grandchildren: Micah George, Houston Hubbard, Scottie Rose Hubbard, Remington George; and two sisters, Imogene (Russell-deceased) Roddy and Carol (John) Law; and a host of nieces and nephews. He dearly loved his family and they were his pride and joy.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred Calvin and Opal Lena (Ohleson) Brewer; brothers, Robert “Bob” (Lorna) Brewer, Larry “Bucky” (Jan) Brewer; and sister, Maxine (Loren) Sober.
A graveside committal will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at Pikes Peak National Cemetery, 10545 Drennan Rd., Colorado Springs, CO 80925, with a memorial service to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Shrine of Remembrance “America the Beautiful” Chapel, 1730 E. Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80910. A luncheon reception will follow at the Olympian Plaza Reception and Event Center, 975 S. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80910.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Freddie’s name may be made to Crowley Heritage Center, 3rd and Main, Crowley, CO 81033.
OJ, Carol, TJ, JJ and Oren Guerrero
4 May 2024We are saddened to hear of Fred’s passing but am comforted to know he loves the Lord and we will see him again. We love you Janet. Let us know if you need anything.
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Thank you, Guerrero family for always being there for us. Love you. J
Dalene Werner
4 May 2024Oh, Janet, we have been with you and Freddie in our thoughts and prayers throughout this journey. Words ate simply not adequate. So we send our love and prayers and think about our numerous visits and sharing our wonderful grandchildren! God Bless. Larry and Dalene Werner
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear Dalene, Bless your heart. When Bryce married Sue, we all received a wonderful gift in her family. Thank you. Love, Janet
Bob Muldrow
5 May 2024We have some wonderful memories of our Colorado friends and Freddie and Janet are at the top of that list. Our prayers rest with your whole family.
Bob and Dale
Anonymous
5 May 2024We praise the Lord that Fred’s faith has now become sight, and he is safe in the arms of Jesus after fighting the good fight of faith. II Tim. 4:7, 8. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His loved and godly ones. Ps. 116:15
The Martin Family has been blessed to have had sweet fellowship with the Brewer Family for 40 years and weep with you but not as those who have no hope, but with the sure hope of the resurrection and the joy of the life to come when we will all forever be with the ONE Who has bought us with such a great price! I Cor. 6:20 In Jesus, Jobe, Jenna Dee, Taryn and Mirren
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear precious, Martin family, driving all the way from the Dallas area to be with our family for the service meant so much to me. You are a blessing to me and I love you. Janet
Lisa Eddy
5 May 2024Janet, my deepest sympathies. You both have had such a special place in my heart for such a long time. He will be missed for sure, especially his sweet smile. My heart is with you as well as my prayers. Lisa Eddy
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear Lisa, You have always been so dear to me and we both cherished your friendship and valued your many talents. Thank you for your sweet words. Love, Janet
Susie Stelle
5 May 2024Dear Janet, so sorry to hear of your loss! Will be praying for your heart & your sadness, knowing God will be near! Praying you will draw comfort from your amazing family & sweet memories of your years & life with Freddie! Much love!
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear Greg & Susie, What a sweet presence you both have always been in our visits to our KS church. Thank you kind words. Love, Janet
Debbi & Steve Reiter
5 May 2024Deareast Aunt Janet,
We were saddened to read of Uncle Freddie’s heaven day but are thankful he is at peace and the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus. We love you so much and hope to see you soon. Love, Debbi
Linda
5 May 2024Janet, I am so saddened to learn of Freddie’s passing. You both have truly been life long friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. (You may not know I lost my Bob on April 5th). Sending love and deepest sympathy.
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Precious Linda, We did not know of Bob’s passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. I am finding what a tough road this is to walk. May our Lord bless and comfort you. Love, Janet
Dale Schendzielos
5 May 2024We are truly saddened to hear about Freddie. Our prayers are for you to get through these tough times. I know you have many family and friends who will do whatever you need. I always enjoyed talking with Freddie about his cars. He was very innovative in his approach to playing duplicate bridge with his patented “Famous Freddie Freestyle”. To say he is in a much better place other than next to you is an understatement. God Bless you. Dale and Gayle
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear Dale & Gayle, What a blessing it was to see your message and relive some of the sweet memories that I have of being with the two of you. We have missed you. Thank you for sharing. Love, Janet
Glyna Koelbl
6 May 2024Janet, you and your family are in my prayers. Precious memories! Love, Glyna Koelbl
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear Glyna, You and Bob were great friends and we so enjoyed the many fun times that we had together. Thank you for your calls and encouraging words. Love, Janet
Annette Barber
6 May 2024Janet,
We are saddened to hear of Freddie’s passing. Freddie’s kindness, joy in living, and general mirth on life teaches us all how to live. Know that you are in our prayers and thoughts.
Crowley County Heritage Society
Annette Barber, Jack Lundahl, John Bowers, Linda Sullivan, Shirley Talkington, Rob Burmood, and Kathy Beyer
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear Heritage Crew, Lots of memories in that little brick school house with old friends. Thank you for your kind words. Sincerely, Janet
Brenda Wilson
6 May 2024Dear Brewer family
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Freddie. He was a second dad to me as I was growing up across the street. I have so many wonderful memories with Freddie and Janet and kids. I will always remember all of you fondly and with love.
My dad has already passed, but I know Freddie was a special person to him. We all shared many, many fun times.
I send you thoughts and prayers from myself, my family and my mom, Virginia.
Brenda Lines (Wilson)
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear Brenda, You are so right–We had a wonderful neighborhood and the Lines/Brewer families had the best of times. Many, many great memories. Freddie and Maurice were best of buddies. Now, they are together again. Thank you for your sweet words. Love, Janet
Donna Trainor
6 May 2024I noticed someone mentioning Freddie’s laugh. I loved his laugh and smiles. He was always so interested in everyone’s lives. Many times as people age they become self focused, but not you, Janet or Freddie. You were always thinking of others. I’ve always loved to have conversations with you both, your wisdom and curiosity never stopped. And your love has always been so transparent. Not only for Christ but also your love for family and friends. You have always inspired me to be a better Christian and person.
And the stories! Oh I love all your stories. You both have looked at life with joy and fun, which brings me back to Freddie’s laugh. I will miss that. Even in adversity you have found the goodness of the Lord!
You both have left an amazing legacy that will live on through your children, grandchildren and all those who love you!
Love you so so much!❤️
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear Donna and Andy, We have been so very blessed with such wonderful nieces and nephews. Thank you for your kind words. I will miss him so much. I was so blessed for 69 years to get to be with him. Thank you for everything. Love, Aunt Janet
Dorly Wick
6 May 2024Dear Aunt Janet and family, we’re so sorry to hear of Uncle Freddie’s passing. Alan and I send you our deepest condolences. We will always remember him as the kind, generous and fun loving man that he was. With love, Dorly and Alan.
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear Dorly, It is just marvelous that I can reach clear across the world to Switzerland and thank you for your most kind words. I am very lonely for my Freddie and tears come easily but I am thankful for the good years. Take care. Love, Aunt Janet
Donna Dilley
7 May 2024Kay and Family,
I didn’t know Freddie personally, but I’ve heard so many wonderful things about him that I feel I knew what a wonderful man he was to all who spent time with him : ) I’m especially thankful for the legacy of his beautiful daughter, Kay, that I’m blessed to have as a dear friend. I’m thankful for the love of God that her parents placed in her and for what an awesome dad Freddie was to her 🙂
Love,
Donna in Frisco
Janet Brewer
1 Jun 2024Dear Donna, I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting you yet but I thank you for being a good friend to my Kay. Bless you for that. I know that she so appreciates you. I wish you could have met her dad. He was a great man. Most sincerely, Janet Brewer
Deborah Roberts
3 Jul 2024Dearest Janet, I’m really sorry for your loss, I so wanted to meet you and Freddy. I know you don’t know me, Marty and I have been together for years. He has told me so much about the both of you. My hearts aches for you. The Lord Jesus Christ will be by your side,