Joyce (Chase) Frederick

February 10, 1929 - November 15, 2018

Joyce (Chase) Frederick, 89, of New Britain, widow of Theodore J. Frederick, passed away Thursday (November 15, 2018) at Masonicare in Wallingford. Born in New Britain, daughter of the late George and Lovina (Grindle) Chase, she was a graduate of both New Britain High School and Syracuse University, and then became an active member of the Eastern Stanley Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. In 1955, Joyce became the only woman chosen for Travelers Insurance’s new and highly selective data processing program. Although she excelled and quickly advanced, family was her true calling. Joyce resigned in 1958 to raise a family with her husband, Ted, and never looked back. Besides her beloved family, she also had a passion for sewing and knitting. Her exceptional talent outfitted loved ones for many years. In later years, Joyce and Ted loved traveling with family, especially their many cruises. Fittingly, they have both arrived at their final port of call. Joyce is survived by her four sons: Richard Frederick (Holly) of New London, Paul Frederick (Emily) of Glastonbury, James Frederick (Doreen) of Darien and Craig Frederick (Laura) of New Britain. She is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren: Kyle Frederick (Rebecca) and their 2 children, Chase and Vivienne Frederick, Claire Van Dyck (Brandon), James Bevier Frederick, and Kendall, Cole, and Tyler Frederick. Besides her parents, Joyce was predeceased by her first husband, Vincent Allen Fernandez, who passed away at 28 from Hodgkin’s Disease, her second husband, Theodore, to whom she was married for over 50 years, and a younger brother, Richard Chase. Per request of the deceased, there are no calling hours or funeral services. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the CT Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Disease Association, 200 Executive Blvd. #4B, Southington, CT 06489. The Carlson Funeral Home in New Britain is assisting with arrangements. Please share a memory or note of sympathy at www.carlsonfuneralhome.com