On the afternoon of September 2, 2018, at the age of 77, Freddie passed away peacefully of natural causes in Helena, MT.
Freddie was born in Glasgow, MT on July 25, 1941. He was youngest of nine children born to Benjamin and Delilah Sergent.
After attending school in Glasgow, MT, Freddie joined the Army in August,1958 where was recognized as an Expert-Carbine and also completed his GED.
He reached the rank of Pfc E3 (T).
After leaving the service Freddie enjoyed a rich life full of adventure, including a period of professional gambling in Las Vegas, and many years in the entertainment industry as a Professional Santa Claus. During this period, he traveled to major cities and thrilled young and old alike as he brightened their holiday and listened to their Christmas wish list. After retiring to Helena, he continued to play Santa at many community events, including his last performance at Apple Rehab Cooney 2 weeks prior to his passing.
Wilfred was proceeded in death by his parents Benjamin and Delilah Sergent, his siblings George, Albert, Alfred Sergent, Florence Gore and Ethel Danials.
Wilfred is survived by his siblings Delvin (Betty) Sergent, Myrtle McCleery, Aletha Crampton, and a multitude of nieces and nephews who adored their beloved uncle ‘Santa Fred’!
A graveside service with military honors will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, September 7th in the committal shelter at Montana State Veterans, Fort Harrison. In lieu of flowers, memorials in honor of Santa Fred are suggested to Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, Gift Processing Administrator, 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive, Triangle, VA 22172.
Service Schedule
Burial with Military Honors
3:00 p.m.
Friday September 7, 2018
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Heroe's Road
Helena, Montana
Service Schedule
Burial with Military Honors
3:00 p.m.
Friday September 7, 2018
Montana State Veterans Cemetery
Heroe's Road
Helena, Montana
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Roger Williams says
Fred and I have had many of good times throughout the years, traveling from Helena to Barstow-San Bernardino-Riverside California-Vegas and back, Talking about all the trips he had taken throughout his years and all the places he was a Professional Santa. There was a time while I was going to school he was trying to get me to commit to playing a Professional Santa, I would have if I could have worked out my school schedule, but the school would not work with me on that.
Fred will surely be missed not only by me, but others that he gave so much joy too!!! May my Friend RIP and his memories continue on!!!