James Frederiksen Obituary

Beloit-James "Kevin" Frederiksen, age 70, passed away at Agrace Hospice Care on Friday, October 20, 2023; the son of Clifford Chester and Jeanne Marie (Sullivan) Frederiksen. He was born on August 6, 1953 in Missouri. He graduated from Mc Cluer High School in Florissant, Missouri. He went on to study music in Missouri in 1973, auto mechanics and autobody repair and refinishing at Blackhawk Tech in 1991, history and political science in 2001 at UW Rock County. Kevin married the love of his life, Peggy Selvog on January 18, 1983 in Morehead, Minnesota. They were blessed with two children, Erik and Lindsay.

Kevin loved to fly and enjoyed time spent on the boat fishing. He cherished time working on vehicles with his son and target shooting. He was a creator, loved music and was a man many hobbies.

He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Peggy Frederiksen; sons, Erik (Shelly Burr) Frederiksen and Robert (Cassy) Scoviak; daughter, Lindsay Frederikson; sisters, Jan Goldberg and Anne (Dave) Tanner; brothers, Clifford and William Frederiksen; beloved dog, Nala and many more extended family and friends. Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, his infant brother; brother in-laws, Mark Goldberg and Thom Forester; nephews Christopher Goldberg, and Beniamin Tanner.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Schneider Funeral Directors

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January 15, 2024

Beckie Carroll wrote a sympathy message

“I, too, lost my husband of 40 years, in October 2022. The days and nights are so different than they used to be nowadays. My thoughts and prayers go out to all Kevin's family and friends. I knew him once, many years ago. Even though our situation was very unusual, I am still greatly saddened by his loss. He was a very interesting and unique person and I'm glad he had a happy life. I did too. Perhaps, some of you will remember me.”

October 26, 2023

Ava Cresanta wrote a sympathy message

“I remembered Kevin from theater and musical performances in high school, and I reconnected with him on Facebook about five years ago. Through the years we chatted copiously about life, love and family, and he always managed to make me laugh or smile, or think deeply. He was simply a lovely, lovable, brilliant force of nature and one of the most unforgettable people I've ever known. I will miss his wit and charm and our entertaining convos, but mostly, I will miss him. Peggy, Erik, Lindsay, Nala and the rest of his extended family -- I'm so sorry.”

October 25, 2023

David Gordon wrote a sympathy message

“I knew Kevin from old school days. His wit, love of music and drama, and his talent I will always remember. I am very grateful we reconnected on social media. He was certainly an interesting conversationalist. As a cancer survivor I believed he had a good shot at defeating this illness. I'm shocked and saddened by this loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies.”

October 25, 2023

Bob Smith & Evelyne Lalongé wrote a sympathy message

“Our most sincere condolences to all. Kevin was a very dear friend and confident over the last 20 years and he will be sorely missed. Much love to the family💐❤️ Bob Smith and Evelyne Lalongé 🙏”

October 25, 2023

Lizbeth Getman wrote a sympathy message

“Kevin was both a superb musician and one heck of a funny guy. When you played a gig with Kevin, you spent most of the time laughing! This is such difficult news. My heart goes out to Kevin's family and his vey large circle of friends and colleagues.”