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Frederick A.
Saylor
Mar 16, 1940 — Jun 30, 2026
Frederick A. Saylor, age 86 of Blue Bell, PA passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at Blue Bell Place.
Frederick was born on March 16, 1940 in Ambler, PA to the late Albert and Jennie (nee: Dragone) Saylor. He went to high school at Ambler High School and graduated in 1958. He was a proud US navy veteran and was employed at Wissahickon School District as a grounds keeper until his retirement.
Frederick was an avid golfer, he enjoyed watching all of the Philadelphia sport teams, especially the Philadelphia Eagles. Fred loved music, he would be listening to Frankie Vallie, Frank Sinatra, and various other artists. He would be found outside, maintaing his yard and helping out his neighbors when needed. But above all else, Frederick would love to spend time with his family, especially at Christmas.
Frederick was husband for 62 years to the late Mary F. (nee: Henrick) Saylor. He was the loving father of Sherri Curley, Fred Saylor (Joanne), Darryl Saylor (Suzanne), Scott Saylor (Michelle), and Bryan Saylor (Jennifer); Cherished grandfather of Caitlin, Stephen, Meghan, Gabbie, Darryl, Marissa, Julia, Lucas, Scott Jr., Addison, Macayla, and Ava; proud great-grandfather of Emilia, Rowan and Archer.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Frederick's celebration of life on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at Kirk and Nice Funeral Homefrom 10 AM to 11 AM to share fond memories. A funeral service will be held at 11 AM, Father Carl Janicki will be officiating.
Frederick will be laid to rest with military honors at George Washington Memorial Park, where he will be reunited with the love of his life, Mary F. Saylor.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Fred Saylor's name in care of Wissahickon High School 521 Houston Road Ambler Pa 19002 or sent to https://venmo.com/u/Fred-Saylor-Scholarship-Fund A football scholarship in his name will be given to a well deserving athlete and student that has not only passion for the sport but compassion for others in the community.
The Saylor family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the staff of Blue Bell Place for their respect and care that they had given Frederick over the time spent in their facilities.
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