Frederick C. Tabolt

Frederick C. Tabolt

Frederick C. Tabolt, of Lowville, passed away peacefully early Sunday evening, July 26, 2026, at the Lewis County Residential Health Care Facility with his family by his side. Fred had been a resident there since 2024.

Fred was born on May 10, 1932, in Croghan, the son of the late Frederick G. and Amy L. (Meister) Tabolt. He graduated from Lowville Academy and Central School as a member of the Class of 1951.

He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was awarded the Korean Service Medal with one Bronze Star. He was honorably discharged in October 1954.

On November 6, 1954, Fred married Margaret E. Biche at St. Peter's Catholic Church in New Bremen, with the Rev. Alphonsus Trabold, OFM, officiating. The couple made their home in Lowville. Fred retired in 1990 after 33 years of dedicated service with the Lewis County Highway Department, where he served as Deputy Highway Superintendent. Margaret passed away on January 28, 2015.

Fred is survived by his four children and their spouses: John F. (Cathy) Tabolt, Thomas P. (Renee) Tabolt, Kelly E. Balash (widow of the late Wallace D. Balash), and Jerry M. (Sue) Tabolt; six grandchildren: Jacob Tabolt, Ryan T. Tabolt, Cory F. (Caitlin) Tabolt, Miranda L. Tabolt, Jordan M. (Corrinne) Tabolt, and Jeffrey G. (Julie) Tabolt; three great-grandchildren: Wyatt Donnaly, Crystal Tabolt, and Caisie Tabolt; and his siblings, Marcia Jewett (widow of the late Donald), Carol J. Hulbert (widow of the late Thomas), L. Michael (Sharon) Tabolt, and Mark D. (Cathy) Tabolt. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and wife, Fred was predeceased by his brothers, Donald J. Tabolt and Larry J. Tabolt (Patricia); his sisters, Eleanor Curtis (Bobby) and Marie Tabolt; and his brother-in-law, Jack Virkler.

Fred was a devoted communicant of St. Peter's Catholic Church. He served as former president of the Lewis County Softball League, the Lewis County Chapter of CSEA, and the Valley Snow Travelers. He was also a member of Petrie Pond Camp, where he enjoyed hunting. In his spare time, Fred loved camping, snowmobiling, woodworking, and sharpening lawn mower blades for many friends.

Family and friends are invited to call on Thursday, July 30, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Sundquist Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, July 31, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church, with the Rev. Sony J. Pulickal, Pastor, officiating.

A committal service with military honors will follow at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery in New Bremen. Following services family and friends are invited to the Marine Corps League. Food donations can be dropped off after 11:30 am on Friday.

The family extends its gratitude to the third-floor staff of the Lewis County Residential Health Care Facility for the compassionate care Fred received during his residency.

Memorial contributions in Fred's memory may be made to: Lowville Academy Booster Club 7668 N. State St. Lowville, NY 13367.