Vicky Lynne (Wren) Friedel

Vicky Lynne (Wren) Friedel passed away at Deaconess Hospital in Spokane, Washington

on April 4, 2023, with her husband, Bill Friedel, by her side. She was 59 years old.

Vicky was born to Theron and Carla Wren on June 26, 1963 in Blackfoot, Idaho. She

graduated from Blackfoot High School in 1981 and then became a certified Cosmetologist.

Vicky married Bill Friedel on November 6, 1981 and they were later sealed in the Chicago LDS

Temple. They made their home in Blackfoot, Idaho and in 1985 were blessed with their first

child, a daughter they named Brandy. Later that same year, Vicky and Bill moved to Morris,

Illinois as Bill started his Nuclear Power career. While still in Illinois during 1986, their

second child, Brandon, was born. While living in Maryland in 1989, their 3rd and final child,

Derek, was born. Their final move was to Tri-Cities, Washington in 1989.

Vicky was always ready for the next adventure and loved to do exciting things with her

family and friends. You couldn’t go anywhere with her without running into someone that

knew her. She had a bright and energetic personality that was contagious and lit up the

room. She was smart, creative, fashion conscious, and she possessed a spontaneous and

fun sense of humor that could make anyone laugh. Deeply empathetic and loyal, she never

hesitated to help or give to those that she cared about. Vicky was a lifelong friend and

touched many lives with her generosity and regard. She will be greatly missed by so many

people who loved her.

Vicky’s greatest joy was spending time and having adventures with her grandchildren. She

was a true kid at heart and connected with them in a very loving and special way.

Vicky loved music and looked forward to going to concerts. Her last concert was with her

husband and cousins at the Usana Theatre in Utah, to see Keith Urban for like the 5th time!

Vicky is survived by her three children: Brandy (David) Hollaway, Brandon Friedel, and Derek (Heather)

Friedel; and her eight grandchildren: Claire Friedel (2), Haylee Hollaway (5), Bronx Friedel

(8), Rylee Hollaway (8), Harper Friedel (5), Kambree Hollaway (11), Kaiya Hollaway (14),

and Andrew Hollaway (15).

There will be a viewing at the LDS Stake Center, 5885 Holly Way, West Richland, WA from

5 – 8 pm on Thursday, April 13, 2023. The Funeral Service will be at the same location from

11:30 – 12:30 on Friday, April 14, 2023.

In lieu of flowers you may make a donation to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, c/o Pendleton Pioneer Chapel, 131 SE Byers Ave., Pendleton, Oregon 97801