Retired manufacturer’s rep David Fried, Jr. memorial held

DAVID B. FRIED, JR., a manufacturer’s representative for mechanical equipment, died on Sunday, August 16 at the age of 88.

Born in Vicksburg, MS., Fried was a graduate from the Tulane University School of Engineering. Although he was qualified to work as an electrical engineer, he never did. Following service in the United States Army and Navy, he chose a career path in sales.

Fried is survived by his wife of many years, Lynette London Fried, his son David B. Fried, III (Judy), his daughter Evelyn Fried Lazear (Richard), and five grandchildren.

A memorial service took place on Friday, August 21 at 11:00 a.m. at Lambeth House, 150 Broadway. Rabbi Edward Paul Cohn officiated. Interment in Hebrew Rest Cemetery No. 3 was private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Temple Sinai, 6221 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118 or Lambeth House Foundation, 150 Broadway, New Orleans, LA 70118.Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp of Metairie was in charge of arrangements.