January 11, 1932-July 15, 2026
Freda Ann Whitaker passed away on July 15, 2026, at the age of 94, surrounded by family.
Born on Jan 11, 1932, in Avon Indiana, she was the eldest of two daughters born to Ralph C. and Marguerite M. Hawkins.
Ann grew up in Avon, Indiana. She was always so passionate about her animals and helping her dad and Uncle Fred on the farm.
Ann and Harold married in 1950 and spent 72 years together. They had 5 children, 10 grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren. She was the “woman behind the man” her entire married life, Harold’s biggest supporter in every endeavor. They were partners in opening and operating the first Western Wear store in Friendswood, Boots ‘N Britches, in the 1970’s. She also worked for the Friendswood Municipal Court for several years. She was an active member of the Friendswood community, teaching senior aerobics in the community center, supporting city government campaigns and elections, as well as serving 19 years on the Historical Society Board, 12 years as president.
Most important to her was family. She loved going to football games, horse shows and all the other various sports their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren participated in. She was always ready to dispense advice, wanted or not, along with a healthy dose of humor.
Ann is preceded in death by her husband Harold, parents and sister Linda Sue (Hawkins) May. Surviving family members are Ralph (Vickie) Whitaker, Dawn (Herschel) Glasgow, Sharon Collier, Karen (Darryl Jr.) McDonald, Greg (Diane) Whitaker and 10 grandchildren as well as 13 great grandchildren and brother-in-law Donald Whitaker.
A memorial service will be held July 27, 2026, at 1:30 pm at the Friendswood Friends Church, 502 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood, Texas 77546, with Rev. Bobby Kirkpatrick officiating. Reception following in the Church Coffee Cafe.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial gift to the Friendswood Historical Society or a favorite charity.
Condolences may be sent to the family in care of Jeter Memorial Funeral Home at www.jeterfuneralhome.com
1 thought on “Freda Ann (Hawkins) Whitaker”
Ann was a second mother to me. She was extraordinarily strong. She loved her family snd the community. Special love to Sharon and the entire. We have lost a jewel.
Love to all.
Cindy