Jessie Earl Frederick

John W. James, the founder of the Grief Recovery Institute, joins me in sending our condolences to the family and friends of Jess Fredrick.Jess helped facilitate many Grief Recovery Outreach Programs, and for that we are eternally grateful.Knowing that Jess was famous for his great hugs, we send ours along with heartfelt wishes to Jess's extended family.Russell Friedman – Exec Dir – GRI

It was so sad to learn of Jess' passing. We have known him since the early 70's. Through Cub Scouts, Band Booster and then working with him in the grief outreach program, he was the finest gentleman. Never a harsh word or bad word. He was a true Christian man. He will be missed by all.