Frederick L. Beissner

Frederick L. "Fred" Beissner, 94, formerly of Walpole, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 after a period of declining health. He was the husband of the late Mary E. (Ridge) Beissner.

Born in Boston, he was the only child of the late Frederick and Stella (Nichols) Beissner. Following graduation from Boston Technical High School, he enlisted in the United States Air Force where the education and skills he acquired launched his career in the telecommunications field.

Fred worked for Raytheon Company for over 35 years in various engineering, marketing and management roles. His projects spanned the globe, including travel to Egypt, Japan, China, Saudi Arabia, Brazil and the UAE.

Fred was passionate about Big Band and swing music, and he and Mary shared 50 years of marriage dancing their way throughout Boston and beyond. During retirement, they enjoyed some traveling, but his favorite place was always home where he shared his wisdom and sense of humor with his children and grandchildren.

Fred is survived by his children Frederick L. Beissner, Jr. and his wife, Sheree of Attleboro,  Meg Carell and her husband, Gregory of Westborough and Amy Centrella and her husband, Anthony of Hopkinton, his grandchildren David Beissner, Eric Beissner and his wife, Hannah, Olivia Centrella, Caroline Centrella and Jack Elliott, as well as his son-in-law Jeff Elliott of Cohasset. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by his daughter Karen Elliott and his aunt Margaret Mong.

Services will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Fred's memory can be made to the Julia Ruth House Adult Day Social Center, 199 Canton Street, Westwood, MA 02090.