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Fred Richard Nau, Sr.

November 07, 1941 - November 10, 2025

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Obituary For Fred Richard Nau, Sr.

Age 84, passed into eternal life on Monday, November 10, 2025.

Beloved husband of 58 years to Mary Ann Nau; loving father of Fred (Kelly) Nau, Jr., Jennifer Wilhelm, Joshua (Angel) Nau and Jeremy (Stephanie) Nau; amazing Pap to Victoria, Tobias, Maxwell, Clayton, Brooklyn, Breanna, Brooke, Joshua, Jacob, Nickolas, Lia, Ian and Ella; beloved brother to Anice Bukoskey, Deborah Funk and the late Carol Lersch and Leo Nau.

Fred was a very proud veteran of the U.S. Army and served in Vietnam as helicopter crew chief. He was an avid gardener, fisherman and hunter who dedicated his life to his family. He enjoyed decades of camping adventures with his children instilling in them a great love of nature and the outdoors. He loved his family beach vacations and his children and grandchildren so much. As a native Pittsburgher, he really enjoyed the sports, especially the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Fred was a devout man of faith who loved God, lived the Gospel and served the Lord by his life.

Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Sunday, November 16, 2025 from 3-7 p.m. Funeral prayer on Monday, November 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in Resurrection Parish, St. John Capistran Church at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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  • November 13, 2025

    Josh Wilhelm

    Thoughts and prayers to the entire Nau family. Fred was one of the nicest guys I have ever known and I am sure he will be looking down on you all from heaven.

  • November 13, 2025

    Gloria Nau

    My thoughts and prayers to my Aunt Mary Ann, Freddie, Jennifer, Joshua, Jeremy. I have fond memories of Uncle Fred and my heart is saddened with his passing.

  • November 13, 2025

    Joann Snyder

    To my sister Mary Ann and her entire family. So many wonderful memories we all have of Fred. He was always good and helpful to everyone. So many past holiday and Traverse City memories. All our love, the Snyders

  • November 12, 2025

    Sally Kornick

    Dear Aunt Mary Ann, Fred, Jen, Josh, Jeremy, and all spouses and grandchildren, I was so saddened to hear about Uncle Fred. He was a wonderful man that always had a smile on his face. Thinking of you and praying for you during this difficult time. Love, Sally

  • November 12, 2025

    The Smith family

    Dear Jen, Our hearts go out to you and your family. Always remember the good times you shared with your Dad. John & Linda Smith & family