Roger Freddie Friedrich, of Medina, Ohio passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025. Born on February 19, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, Roger was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle.

Roger enjoyed gardening, fishing, and hunting. He loved his land, and his home, which he built with his own hands. He was a loving person and enjoyed making people laugh. Roger loved the Lord and could recite Psalm 23 by heart. He worked at the Cleveland steel mill and served in the Army as a Medical Assistant.

Roger is survived by his wife, Judy; children, John Ray Friedrich (Rita) and Wendy Zabawski (Edward); and grandchildren.

Family and friends will gather on Monday, May 19, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., at Waite Funeral Home, 765 N. Court St. Medina, OH 44256. A funeral service will follow immediately at 12:00 pm. at the funeral home. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Seville.

Online condolences and memories may be left at www.waitefuneralhome.com.