Frederick Bast

Madison-Frederick A. Bast, age 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on October 11, 2011. Frederick was born on October 18, 1928 in Madison. He was united in marriage to Bernadette Fredrich on September 9, 1951. Frederick worked for Ray O Vac Corporation for 45 years. He was an avid radio controlled flyer and belonged to the M.A.R.C.S. Airplane Club. Fred was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church, Madison. He is survived by his sons, Rod, Tim (Brenda), Mike (Susan) and Jerome; his daughters, Susanne (Robert) Leffler, Catherine (Ken) Ferry, Margaret, Martha Galston and Dorothy (Mike) Lee; his sisters, Victoria & Valerie; his 15 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Fred will also be remembered by his cousins, nieces, nephews and many, many friends. Frederick was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, his brother, Irvin and his son-in-law, Ricky Galston. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Bernard Catholic Church 2450 Atwood Ave., Madison with Msgr. Michael Hippee presiding. Visitation will be held on Tuesday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be directed to the family. He will be greatly missed by all.