Freida Mae Watts

The Role has been called up yonder and Freida is there. When the roll was called up yonder on December 1, 2022, our beloved mom, Nana, Freto, good and faithful servant arrived there much too soon for us but not soon enough for her. She was preceded in death by her parents Minor and Lettie McCroskey, son-in-law Steve Robberson, and granddaughter Shannon Walker. Survived by her sisters Loretta Cox, Laverne Knight, daughter Koni Robberson, son Bob Watts and wife Carolyn, granddaughters Kari Robberson, Stephanie Newton, great granddaughters Katalina Robberson Bishop, Rowan Walker and other family members and friends. The memories of such a fiercely independent, courageous and spirited wife, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend will be honored for years to come. Born in Mountain View, Oklahoma, November 5, 1931, to Minor and Lettie Belle (Roberts) McCroskey, Freida Mae was the oldest of three sisters. From her earliest childhood in Wetumka, Oklahoma, she was known to be mischievous, a curious tomboy exploring the outdoors by climbing trees and preferred following her father around as his constant shadow, watching and helping him in ways that would later prepare her for many useful lifetime talents. Freida's keen interest in Home Economics inspired the skills she perfected as an expert seamstress and fabulous cook. We were astounded, throughout the years, by her natural ability to create and master anything she decided to do, which included playing the piano. Following formal schooling in Wetumka and Tulsa, she began her life's journey as a Wife, Mother, and Skilled Professional. From Administrative Assistant, Life & Health Insurance Broker to providing presentations and enrollment opportunities for Employee Deduction Services, she continuously exceeded established goals and expectations. Travel was a big part of Freida's life as she accepted job assignments throughout the United States, vacationed in the Caribbean and enjoyed all the seasonal activities of the Rocky Mountains. From parasailing, to hiking, tobogganing, ice skating and downhill skiing, she was constantly active and engaged with her surroundings. She was passionate about her church and community, frequently volunteering for the Children's Hospital and Oklahoma Medical Research events. Working well into her eighties, she thrived on being useful and productive in her home or any office away from it. She defied being idle, until older age slowly crept up on her. Remaining stubborn and determined, she flourished in spite of any challenge before her. That incredible force within allowed her to remain in her home and our hearts for much longer than we could have imagined. She dreamed the impossible dream and made much of it come true. Progressing to this well-deserved and eternal nap, you will be missed Freida Mae. The family will always remember Freida's abiding faith, enduring strength and endless love, devotion and support of all those she knew and loved. Faith is to believe what you do not see. The reward of faith is to see what you believe. We are assured by her deeds in life that Freida is seeing what she believes A Memorial Service is planned for Freida at Christ's Legacy Church, 11101 N. Morgan Road, Yukon, OK on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023, at 11:00 am. The family welcomes donations to her Church, Christ's Legacy Church, 11101 N. Morgan Road, Yukon, OK 73099 or the Oklahoma Children's Hospital, P.O. Box 248955, Oklahoma City, OK 73124 as an expression of sympathy in lieu of flowers. Freida's Obituary was beautifully written by her family. The family of Freida Mae Watts has entrusted her care and cremation to Clifford D Garrett Family Funeral Home, Fort Gibson. 918-478-2555. Online condolences may be left for the family at clifforddgarrettfamilyfh.com

Freida Mae Watts

November 5, 1931 - December 1, 2022