Rachel Froelich (nee Bryson) passed away peacefully at home on May 28, 2014. She was 102. Rae was born in Paisley, Scotland and immigrated to America with her mother and brother in 1920 and lived the rest of her life in Kearny.
Rae was a charter member of West Hudson Hospital Volunteer Service serving 49 years and also a member of the Woman's Auxiliary. One of the longest living members of the First Presbyterian Church of Arlington, she was a member of Circle 9 and enjoyed baking and being a part of the annual church fair.
For many years she was an active member of the Woman's Club of Arlington and worked as a volunteer at the Kearny Museum. When her children were in school she was active in the PTA and was also a member of Bonnie Doon Lodge #10, Daughters of Scotia.
She was predeceased by her husband Richard (Dick) Froelich, a local Counselor at Law and town councilman for many years. She is survived by her son Richard, daughter Marilynn Hummer, grandson Gregory Hummer (Amber) and cherished great grandchildren Adriana and Jacob.
Private arrangements were made by Armitage and Wiggins Funeral Home, 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. Those wishing may make a donation to the First Presbyterian Church of Arlington.