1934
Frederick
2020
Frederick E. Sallade
January 23, 1934 — April 4, 2020
Obituary
Frederick E. “Fred” Sallade, of Wilbraham MA left this world peacefully at the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home on April 4. He was 86.
Fred was born in 1934 in Pittsburgh PA and grew up in Youngstown OH. He graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1956 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and an ROTC officer’s commission as a Naval Ensign. He attended flight school at Naval Air Station Pensacola (FL) and advanced flight training at Hutchinson Naval Air Station (KS) where he was qualified on Lockheed P2-V “Neptune” and Grumman S-2 “Tracker” anti-submarine patrol aircraft. Fred’s active duty through 1960 included assignments at Naval Air Station Brunswick (ME) and Naval Station Rota (Spain). During his active duty career Fred achieved the rank of Lieutenant. He remained in the U.S. Naval Reserve through 1989, where he was subsequently promoted to Captain.
Fred was employed by the General Electric Company as a sales engineer for 33 years, consulting with clients across the United States in multiple postings, retiring in 1989.
Fred leaves his loving wife of 60 years, Elizabeth (LaFond) Sallade of Wilbraham. He also leaves a cherished daughter, Carey Sallade O’Brien, son-in-law Timothy O’Brien and granddaughter Molly O’Brien, all of Hatfield MA. He also leaves a beloved son, Christopher Sallade, daughter-in-law Margaret Sallade, granddaughter Lauren Sallade and grandson Daniel Sallade, all of Wakefield MA. He also leaves an older brother, Dr. Richard Sallade, his wife Maureen Sallade, their daughter and three sons of Newport News VA. Fred was predeceased by his older sister Mary Alice of Dallas TX, mother of five sons.
Fred was a devoted husband, father and friend, and he loved happy gatherings of all types. He was a member of the Wilbraham United Church, serving on its Men’s Council and singing in the choir. Fred was proud of his long military service to his country, staying close with a network of Navy friends nationwide and visiting them whenever possible. He was part of the Retired Officer’s Club at Westover Air Force Base, serving on its Activities Committee until recent years, and was also a lifetime member of the U.S. Naval Reserve Association. Fred followed pro football enthusiastically and rooted especially hard for the Green Bay Packers. He was a devotee of classic movies and remained an avid lifelong reader who especially enjoyed military history and biographies.
Due to the ongoing need for social distancing, no services are planned at this time. A memorial and interment of ashes at the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Agawam, MA will be announced by the family later this year when public health guidelines permit. Wilbraham Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family will greatly appreciate donations made in Fred’s name to the Wilbraham United Church, 500 Main Street, Wilbraham MA 01095.
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Frederick E. “Fred” Sallade, of Wilbraham MA left this world peacefully at the Holyoke Soldiers’ Home on April 4. He was 86.
Fred was born in 1934 in Pittsburgh PA and grew up in Youngstown OH. He graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1956 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and an ROTC officer’s commission as a Naval Ensign. He attended flight school at Naval Air Station Pensacola (FL) and advanced flight training at Hutchinson Naval Air Station (KS) where he was qualified on Lockheed P2-V “Neptune” and Grumman S-2 “Tracker” anti-submarine patrol aircraft. Fred’s active duty through 1960 included assignments at Naval Air Station Brunswick (ME) and Naval Station Rota (Spain). During his active duty career Fred achieved the rank of Lieutenant. He remained in the U.S. Naval Reserve through 1989, where he was subsequently promoted to Captain.
Fred was employed by the General Electric Company as a sales engineer for 33 years, consulting with clients across the United States in multiple postings, retiring in 1989.
Fred leaves his loving wife of 60 years, Elizabeth (LaFond) Sallade of Wilbraham. He also leaves a cherished daughter, Carey Sallade O’Brien, son-in-law Timothy O’Brien and granddaughter Molly O’Brien, all of Hatfield MA. He also leaves a beloved son, Christopher Sallade, daughter-in-law Margaret Sallade, granddaughter Lauren Sallade and grandson Daniel Sallade, all of Wakefield MA. He also leaves an older brother, Dr. Richard Sallade, his wife Maureen Sallade, their daughter and three sons of Newport News VA. Fred was predeceased by his older sister Mary Alice of Dallas TX, mother of five sons.
Fred was a devoted husband, father and friend, and he loved happy gatherings of all types. He was a member of the Wilbraham United Church, serving on its Men’s Council and singing in the choir. Fred was proud of his long military service to his country, staying close with a network of Navy friends nationwide and visiting them whenever possible. He was part of the Retired Officer’s Club at Westover Air Force Base, serving on its Activities Committee until recent years, and was also a lifetime member of the U.S. Naval Reserve Association. Fred followed pro football enthusiastically and rooted especially hard for the Green Bay Packers. He was a devotee of classic movies and remained an avid lifelong reader who especially enjoyed military history and biographies.
Due to the ongoing need for social distancing, no services are planned at this time. A memorial and interment of ashes at the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Agawam, MA will be announced by the family later this year when public health guidelines permit. Wilbraham Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family will greatly appreciate donations made in Fred’s name to the Wilbraham United Church, 500 Main Street, Wilbraham MA 01095.
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