Minnie M. Freligh

She was born on November 30, 1931 in Sherman, NY the daughter of the late Clarence “Callie” and Emma (Gibbens) Tryon. She married Howard E. Freligh on August 7, 1948 and he preceded her in death on August 22, 2014 after 66 years of marriage.

Surviving are two loving daughters, Brenda Carr of Granite Falls, NC and Robin (Garry) Huff of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; two sons, Lawrence Michael and Scott Freligh both of Ripley, NY; six cherished grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren; her beloved little dog Cody; also survived by several nieces & nephews who were very dear to her heart.

In addition to her parents she was predeceased by a step-father, Lewis Brown, a brother, Lawrence Tryon, a grandson, Phillip Freligh, two son-in-laws Gerald Carr and Charles Carr, also a daughter-in-law, Karen Freligh.

Minnie retired from Jamestown Plastic in Brocton, NY, where she made many long lasting friendships. She also formerly worked for Niagara Therapy.

Minnie was a voracious reader who enjoyed feeding the birds, tending her flower garden, playing cards and her daily visit to Mayberry with Andy & Barney. She bowled in a bowling league for many years, was a founding and last remaining member of her ladies card club, active member of the Ripley Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary and patronized the local casino occasionally.

Relatives and friends may call at the Ripley Presbyterian Church, 20 W. Main St. Ripley, NY on Monday, May 4, 2026 from 1-2 PM, a Memorial Service will follow at 2 PM. Interment will be private in the Quincy Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations Minnie’s memory may be made to Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care, Ripley Fire Dept. or the Ripley Free Library

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Mason Funeral Home, 37 Clinton St. Westfield, NY. Please share online condolences at www.masonfuneral.com.