Marie-Louise was born on July 24, 1926, the daughter of Louise (Fromm) Friedman and Alexander Friedman, in Brooklyn, N.Y. She graduated from the City College of New York with a degree in English. She had joined her mother in the antiques business while in high school and remained active in business until her death, a career of almost 70 years. She was nationally recognized for her knowledge of American coin and sterling silverware and American art glass.
She owned and operated Marie-Louise Antiques in Hanover, maintaining an open shop for more than 40 years. She was a longtime member of the New Hampshire Antique Dealers Association and participated in the annual antiques show for many years. She also maintained an active mail order business and was in a number of group shops over the years.
She initially resided in Hartford, Vt., with her husband and children, beginning in 1949, moving to Hanover in 1957 where she resided for her lifetime. She joined her husband in apartment rentals and real estate development for a number of years.
Marie-Louise is survived by her husband of more than 60 years, Paul J. Fredyma of Hanover; her son James and his wife Judith of Contoocook, N.H.; her daughter Jane Raymond of New Port Richey, Fla.; her son John and his wife Diana of Cape Coral, Fla.; and her son Jack and his wife Julia of Dover, N.H. She also had nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother Paul F. Friedman.
No calling hours will be scheduled. A private service will be conducted at the convenience of the family. The Rand-Wilson Funeral Home, Hanover, N.H., is in charge of arrangements.
Donations in Marie-Louise’s memory may be made to the charity of one’s choice, or the Upper Valley Humane Society, 15 Old Route 10, Enfield, NH 03748.
