Annabelle (Ann) Mary Kafoure Freije, 89, departed this life peacefully in her sleep on January 9, 2015. Born on February 16, 1925, she was the daughter of Frank and Julia Kalil Kafoure. She was a resident of Indianapolis, retiring in Zionsville. Ann graduated from Ben Davis High School and married the love of her life, Frederick M. Freije. Together they managed Freije’s Pharmacy for many years. Her parents and her loving husband preceded her in death, as did her brother John Kafoure. She is survived by her children, George Freije, Brenda (Jack) FitzSimons, Elaine (Brent) Eckhart, and Bruce (Dolores) Freije; sister Patricia (Bill) Freije; eight grandchildren, John, David (Karla) and Anne FitzSimons, Bruce, Scott, and Jeff Freije, Laura (Jack) Murakami, and Bill Eckhart; two great-granddaughters, Gloria Ann FitzSimons and Alice Agia Murakami; and several nieces and nephews.
Ann was devoted to her family and her church. She prepared many fabulous family dinners, a tradition that her children have continued. She was the Girl Scout troop leader for both of her daughters, becoming a role model for many young women along the way. During her active years, she volunteered at the Hussey-Mayfield Library in Zionsville. She was also an avid quilter. Ann was a life-long member of St. George Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church, receiving both the St. George Award and the Midwest Diocese Metropolitan Philip award from the Antiochian Orthodox Christian Women for her many years of dedicated service and leadership.
The family wishes to thank the caregivers from Visiting Angels, most recently, Toni Taylor, Willette Tevis, and Lakreisha Heard.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. George Orthodox Church.
Robert H. Freije says
Aunt Ann – I always enjoyed seeing and talking to her. She was one of my very favorites of all. I am truely sorry to hear about her passing. However, I know she is in a better place.
My entire family has you in our thoughts and prayers.
Toni Taylor says
Ann touched my life in ways that I cannot express and she allowed me to focus positive energy and everyday was a blessing. I will forever miss her and she will be an intricate angel among the many that see me through my day to day.
Willette Tevis says
Ann touched my life in ways that I cannot express and she allowed me to focus positive energy and everyday was a blessing. I will forever miss her and she will be an intricate angel among the many that see me through my day to day.
Antoinette Taylor says
God placed Ann in my life when there was a need and she filled a void like no other. I will forever miss her smile as she would ask me for another piece of chocolate candy! I thank GOD for every day that I was blessed to share with her.
Andy Clayton says
George & Family-
Our heartfelt condolences on mom’s passing. We will remember her wonderful smile and her gracious manner when she was in our presence. God’s peace and blessing to your family during this time.
The Clayton’s-Jerrit & Melinda, Andy & Sheri
Dianne O'Regan says
My prayers go out to George and all the Freije family at the loss of such an incredible woman. St. George – and the Midwest Antiochian Women – were so blessed to have Ann in our lives. May her memory be eternal!
Chris Kyriakopoulos says
George and Elaine – I offer my condolences. She is a true champion for the Orthodox Community in Indianapolis. May her memory be eternal!