Lynette Fried private graveside planned

LYNETTE LONDON FRIED, an office manager for her husband’s manufacturer’s representative business, died on Saturday, December 14.  She was 91.

LYNETTE LONDON FRIED

A native of Huntington, W.V., she graduated from Huntington High in 1951 and followed her older brother down south to Louisiana State University, where she was a member of the graduating class of 1955. She moved to New Orleans and worked as a medical technologist at Charity Hospital.

A tennis enthusiast, she bonded with her future husband, David B. Fried, Jr., on the tennis court during the second time they met. The two were married for 59 years.

She was noted for her generous nature and her boundless energy.

Fried was also an active community member in New Orleans, volunteering for many years as the treasurer of Friends of City Park. She also enjoyed playing parlor games like Rummikub and bridge, oftentimes challenging friends and family. She was also a member of the Lambeth House welcome and birthday committees.

She was predeceased by her husband in 2015 and is survived by her daughter Evelyn (Richard) Lazear, son David (Judy) Fried and five grandchildren.

A memorial service was held at Lambeth House, 150 Broadway St., on Wednesday, Dec. 18, at 10:30 a.m. A private interment service for family was held in Hebrew Rest Cemetery III.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Congregation Temple Sinai, Jewish Community Day School, Lambeth House Foundation, or the charity of your choice.