Freda D. Tompkins, 98, of Emporium, PA, formerly of Keating Summit, passed away peacefully at Guy & Mary Felt Manor in Emporium on Tuesday evening, March 24, 2026, following a lengthy illness.
She was born March 10, 1928, in Emporium, PA, a daughter of the late Roland and Ruth Beldin Reed. On July 23, 1946, she married Eben E. Tompkins, who preceded her in death.
Freda was a lifelong resident of the area and attended school in Emporium. She was employed for many years at Sylvania until her retirement. A devoted and faithful member of the Keating Summit Methodist Church, Freda was actively involved in her church community throughout her life.
In her younger years, she found great joy in bowling, traveling, and spending time with those she loved most. Above all, Freda cherished her family and took immense pride in her grandchildren, who were the light of her life.
She is survived by five children: Mary Ann (Bob) Casomo of Florida; Eben “Buck” Tompkins of Olean, NY; Susan (George) Ritsick of Fort Pierce, FL; Donna (David) Capaldo of North Carolina; and Jennie Lou (John) Kio of Tennessee. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
In addition, she is survived by her siblings: Reba Palmer of Emporium; Kathy (Paul) Padilla of Tennessee; Janet (Stephen) Hegedus of New Kensington; Earl (Verna) Reed of Emporium; and James (Diane) Reed of Emporium.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by six brothers: Burton, Clarence, Ernie, Bob, Charles, Urban, and Ermil Reed; and two sisters, Laura and Judy Reed.
There will be no visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service to be held at the Keating Summit Methodist Church, 155 State Route 607, Austin, PA, on Friday, July 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Todd Lamer, officiating.
Burial will followsin Forest Hill Cemetery, Austin, PA.
Memorial contributions may be made to Guy & Mary Felt Manor, 110 East 4th Street, Emporium, PA 15834.
Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net
BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.
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