Back in the 70's my former husband was a concert promoter. After the shows many of the performers would quickly leave. Freddy invited the promoters and friends, about 10 of us up to his hotel room, where he sang and told stories until the wee hours of the morning. He told stories about his son, his past, his family all with great joy and laughing. It was like visiting with a longtime friend. As a favor to my husband (even after a long trip to get to Fresno) he agreed to stop by my mother in laws home to surprise her, as she was a great fan. She was so excited that a big star like Freddy was in her home and that she was in "curlers".

What a down to earth, everyday kind of guy with a God given talent that he used to give joy to so many people. God Bless his family and may they find comfort in all that he passed down to them by way of his legacy of music and kindness.