Obituary for Freda Lynn Anderson

Freda Lynn Anderson, of Newkirk, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and quiet strength. She was born on January 23, 1944, in Blackwell, Oklahoma, to Fred W. and Lova Jane Smith.

Freda grew up in Blackwell and graduated from Blackwell High School in 1962. She began her working years at Lew Howard Drug Store, where she was employed from 1962 to 1965. On January 8, 1965, she married Billy Gene Sayre, and together they began a life centered on family and service.

A devoted homemaker and mother, Freda poured her life into caring for others. She faithfully served as a Sunday school teacher for children and was actively involved as a Bluebird and Campfire leader, impacting many young lives with her kindness and steady presence.

Following Billy’s passing in 1988, Freda showed remarkable resilience. She attended Northern Oklahoma College from 1989 to 1991, studying business, and went on to work in the NOC Administration Office from 1988 to 1995. She later served as a Kay County Court Clerk Deputy from 1995 until her retirement in 2005.

On July 30, 1991, Freda married Joe Richard Anderson. They made their home in Newkirk, Oklahoma, where they shared nearly 35 years of marriage filled with companionship, laughter, and deep devotion.

Freda was known for her sweet and tender spirit. She had a deep love for reading, especially her Bible, and was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ. Her faith was the cornerstone of her life. She attended weekly Bible study, remained active in teaching Sunday school to children, and was a devoted member of the Newkirk Church of Christ. She lived her faith quietly but powerfully, showing Christ’s love through her gentleness, humility, and care for others.

She is survived by her loving husband, Joe Anderson; her son, Rex Sayre and wife Jennifer of Shawnee; her daughter, Jamie Johnston and husband Chad of Newkirk, Oklahoma; her daughter, Tabitha West and husband Mark of Hickory, North Carolina; her brother, Fred Smith of Hot Springs, Arkansas; and her sister, Loretta Hansen of Newkirk, Oklahoma. She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren—Shelby, Garrett, Christian, Mason, Lane, Chase, Chelsea, and Shea—along with their spouses, and 13 great-grandchildren.

Freda was preceded in death by her parents and her first husband, Billy Gene Sayre.

Her life was a beautiful reflection of grace, faith, and love. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but her legacy will continue in the lives she touched and the family she cherished.

A memorial has been established in her memory with the Newkirk Church of Christ in c/o Roberts and Son Funeral Home.

Visitation will be at the Roberts and Son Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 6, 2026,. from 9:00 am till 7:00 pm.

Funeral services are scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 11:00 am at the Newkirk Church of Christ, burial will follow in the Blackwell Cemetery, arrangements are unde the direction of Roberts and Son Funeral Home.