Freda Mae Andreone

Freda Mae Andreone, 82, of Washington, passed from this world and into the arms of God on Thursday, September 3, 2020, at Baptist Health, Louisville, KY. Freda was born on April 2, 1938, in Washington, a daughter of the late Lester and Cleo Caldwell McAdams. She was a 1957 graduate of Trinity High School and kept in close contact with her classmates. Mrs. Andreone was a member of Faith United Presbyterian Church, where she was a Deacon, and sang in the choir. She loved being in the choir and frequently burst into an unexpected song. Freda worked as a baker for Pastries by John, for ten years, and at Dudts Bakery for five years. She enjoyed engaging with the public and made friends with everyone she met. Freda was a baker extraordinaire, and had a passion for dancing. She was a beloved foster grandparent for Head Start for eleven years. On March 21, 1999, she married Adolph Andreone, who died on September 22, 2000. Surviving are three children, John (Peggy) Backner, Susan Backner, and Jeffrey Backner; three grandchildren, Jacki, Gianna, and Amelia; and several nieces and nephews. Freda is preceded in death by her brother, Lester “Jr” McAdams, and two sisters, Helen Opalka and Audrey Watt. Memorial donations may be made to the Avis Arbor Women's Shelter, 84 W. Wheeling St., Washington, PA 15301. Due to state-mandated Covid-19 restrictions, all services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to William G. Neal Funeral Homes Ltd., 925 Allison Ave, Washington.