Fred Pesetsky (1931 - 2013)

Fred Pesetsky

Fred Pesetsky age 81, died peacefully April 1, 2013, after years of confronting physical challenges. He was born in 1931 to Russian immigrant parents in South River, New Jersey. Fred earned degrees from Rutgers and Bradley Universities, and a PhD from Vanderbilt University. After coming to Jackson in 1961 he worked as a clinical psychologist for the Michigan Department of Corrections, held a professorship at Michigan State University and conducted a private practice. Additionally Fred will be remembered as a skilled and delightful actor with the local theatre groups. Left to mourn his loss is his wife, Sally, his daughter Anna Fugate, his son-in-law Andy, and his grandson Alec Ivan Fugate. A celebration of his life and a tribute to Fred will be held at a later date. Affordable Memorial Services 715 E. Michigan Ave. 517.998.3023