North Easton, MA - Fred Vendt, age 78, passed away peacefully Friday, October 9, 2026 after a prolonged illness from Parkinson’s disease that was related to his military service during the Vietnam War. Born in Brockton on September 21, 1948, Fred was the son of Elmer “Jiggs” and Mildred Vendt. He was part of the third generation of his family to grow up in Easton and he graduated from Oliver Ames High School where he excelled in football and was the quarterback of the 1965 undefeated State Championship Class D football team. He was also an excellent golfer with a low handicap. Fred served his country proudly in the Vietnam War and was assigned to the Navy NAVCOMMSTA in Guam. He later served in the Naval Reserve Manpower Center and received many decorations and metals including the National Defense Service Metal. Upon completing his military service, Fred continued to live in the family home near downtown North Easton. Fred had a distinguished professional career working for 38 years at Massasoit Community College, Brockton Campus. Fred had a close relationship with his grandparents, Nelof and Matilda Vendt. Fred is survived by his daughters, Claudia and Valeria Vendt, son, William C. Vendt, grandson, Neeko Edwards, brother, William F. Vendt, and sisters, Susan Ivanoski, Sally Smith, and Nancy Dupont. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Services will be private. Fred will be buried beside his grandparents, Nelof and Matilda Vendt at the South Easton Cemetary with full military honors.