In memory of:
John Floyd Friberg, III
John Friberg, 70, a long-time resident of Marble Falls, passed from this life to the next on March 25 at his home. John was born to John and Margaret Nabers Friberg on February 14, 1950, in Midland, Texas.
John loved all types of competitions, but he especially loved baseball and football and was a lifelong fan of the New York Yankees and the Texas Aggies. He was a member of the Corps of Cadets at Texas A&M and later served eight years in the Army National Guard and Reserves. After graduation from Tarleton State College, John was employed by the Lower Colorado River Authority and worked at Thomas C. Ferguson power plant until his retirement in 2007. During his thirty-three years there, John made many lifelong friends throughout the LCRA network. After retirement, he became especially interested in photography and traveled all over Texas taking scenic pictures and eating barbeque.
Although John had many outside interests, his greatest treasure was his relationship with God and his family. John met Janet Baker at Tarleton State College. They were best friends and sweethearts throughout their college years. They married after college and recently celebrated 46 years together. John could never get enough time with his children Ben and Katie. He went to every event he could attend from ball games to class parties. He especially loved taking the family on camping excursions all over the United States exploring, discovering, and making great memories. He adored his grandsons Samuel and Jacob. There wasn’t anything he would not do for them. John and Jan have been members of the Marble Falls Church of Christ for many years. John’s faith in God’s promises brought him through to the end.
John is survived by his wife Janet of Marble Falls; his son Ben of Round Rock, Texas; his daughter Katie Lynch and husband Cody of Hamilton, Texas; his grandsons Samuel Cody and Jacob John Lynch of Hamilton, Texas; his sister Charlotte Morris of Tarpon Springs, Florida; his sister-in-law Donna New of San Antonio, Texas; his brother-in-law Barney Baker and wife LaDawn of Burnet, Texas; his brother-in-law Major General Darrel Baker and wife Linda of Iola, Texas; his sister-in-law Pat Ellett and husband James of Liberty Hill, Texas; his sister-in-law Welda Williams and husband Wendell of Brownwood, Texas; and a small army of beloved nieces and nephews.
Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Gary Alderman, Jerry Cunningham, Bert Martinez, Phil Barnett, J. T. Benton, and John Whittle.
A celebration of life is pending. An online guest registry may be signed at www.PutnamCares.com.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Burnet County Child Welfare Board, 1104 W. Buchanan, Suite 2, Burnet, Texas 78611, or to the Marble Falls Church of Christ benevolence fund, 711 Broadway, Marble Falls, Texas 78654.
John’s care entrusted to Putnam Funeral Home and Crematory, 145 Texas Avenue, Kingsland, Texas 78639. (325)388-0008.
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I met John in our Leadership LCRA class back in 2006. He was a nice and knowledgeable guy, and we stayed in touch here and there on FB after he retired. Sincere condolences to John’s family.
Cannot believe you’re gone, John you were such a sweet, gentle soul, very private but a good friend. You will be missed by all your friends from the KHS Class of 1968. Fly with the Angel’s, John
I loved my step brother so much, he made what would be a hard introduction very easy between two step children so very easy. I loved him and considered him my big brother immediately. It was like he had been there all along. He had a way of calming a situation like no other. What was a hard situation of me loving his father as much as he did he totally made the whole thing easy… I loved his dad as he did and it was okay.. he knew how to make you feel loved in an unfortunate situation. I… Read more »
May you feel our heart felt hugs and prayers of comfort! Y’all have touched our lives with words of wisdom. Helped us raise our kids and taught our kids! Much love to you and the kids!
We remember John and send prayers for Jan and family. We cherish our memories as neighbors for many years.
John was a great friend of my Dad, the late Manuel Esquivel. Their friendship stemmed from working at the LCRA Thomas C. Ferguson Generating Station as well as serving in the Army National Guard. My condolences to the Friberg Family.
The loss of a great man is difficult. In this time know that myself and my family are thinking of you.
You will be missed by many, John, because you have positively impacted many. I worked with John at LCRA and enjoyed the time we got to spend together. When I had the opportunity to go to Ferguson, I probably spent more time in his office than any other place at Ferguson. I enjoyed talking about his family, his employees. his Aggies (and my Longhorns) and the politics of the day. If I wanted to get the pulse of Ferguson or the lay of the land, I sought out John. I could always depend on a well thought out, no punches… Read more »
He was one of the best I ever worked for. He shot straight from the hip and didn’t pull any punches. Loved him dearly as a brother and respected his thoughts. May he rest in peace,….
John, you will be missed but never forgotten. The best boss I ever had at LCRA.
Love you my brother,….until we meet again!
Farewell, my friend.
Jan, I will miss my brother , John. Remembering your wedding, how great it was. I do regret that I couldn’t see him and talk to him at the end. I expect to see him in heaven. Please mourn him but rejoice that he’s with God, waiting to see you later!
Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart. Eleanor Roosevelt
Gods Speed and eternal happiness. I thank you for all the happy footprints you have blessed my life with.
I love him and Jan he and Jan both helped me through some tough times in my life and his smile always lifted my spirit
We are thinking of you, Jan and family. Many cherished memories being your neighbor during my childhood. Peace be with your family.
Farewell John.
John was a member of one of the Leadership LCRA classes. I learned so much about decency and respect from him and always enjoyed seeing him afterwards. He always met me with a happy countenance and demonstrated gentle confidence. So sorry he’s gone.
A good man.
Mrs. Friberg, Ben & Katie,
I am so sorry for the hole John’s absence is undoubtedly leaving in your hearts. I knew him first as my teacher’s husband and then as the father of my friends. It wasn’t until knowing him as a colleague with LCRA that I got a better picture of who he really was. I admired him and enjoyed working with him. May God’s peace bring you comfort as you grieve. Hugs to you all.
John was a great friend to our family. A gentle man with great sense of humor. Great guy, fond memories and thankful the Friberg’s were our neighbors.
Wonderful uncle and a great friend of mine.