At the age of 90 Katherine died peacefully on January 25, 2016 at her home. Kay was born April 7, 1925 in Rochester NY. She is predeceased by parents Adam and Josephine Ingrassia; husband Michael Fredericks and brother Angelo Ingrassia. She is survived by her sons, Michael (Patty) Fredericks, Richard (Marilyn) Fredericks, Joseph (Elaine) Fredericks and Robert Fredericks; grandchildren, Richard, Joanne, Ashley, Adam, Michael, Elyse and Christopher; great-grandchildren Josh and Jacob; sisters-in-law Jean Ortolani Yolanda Ingrassia; several nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. For more information about Katherine please visit www.aliferemembered.com. Kay grew up dancing on stage at a very young age. Later she enjoyed teaching dance, yoga, exercise classes and playing golf with her husband, sons and many friends. In 1946 Kay married the love of her life Michael Fredericks. They opened Kay Michaels Beauty Salon. She was Mikes model for many hair dressing shows throughout New York State. Kay was a member of the YMCA and at one time a member of Craig Hill and Braemar Country Club. She was very proud to participate in Camp Good Days and Special Times as a breast cancer survivor. We would like to thank all her care takers. Especially Angela, Cheryl, Liz and Miriam. Please join the family to share memories Thursday, 2-4 7-9 PM at the Funeral Home, 1411 Vintage Lane (Between 390 long Pond Rd.). Katherine's Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday 10 AM at St. Lawrence Church, 1000 N. Greece Rd., immediately followed by her burial in White Haven Memorial Park. in lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Camp Good Days Special Times, 1332 Pittsford-Mendon Rd., Mendon, NY 14506 in her memory. Katherine grew up in the City of Rochester. She attended East High School. It was during this time her love of dancing began. Katherine and Michael first noticed each other coming and going from a dude ranch. Their glance was an unforgettable moment that would lead to a 61 year love affair. Not long there after at the end of WWII our country was in a celebratory mood. Gatherings in cities and social times were at an all time high. The war was over and our service men and women were coming home. Rochester was no different. It was during one of these festive moments that Michael Katherine finally met. Not long there after they were married at Mt. Carmel Church. Katherine will be remembered for being resilient, traditional, intelligent, detail oriented and had a sense of humor. She enjoyed dancing, exercising and golfing. She had a Hole in One at Braemar CC. Her musical taste included: Big Band, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra Judy Garland. Katherine liked watching the TV shows: Goiden Girls, Lawrence Welk, I love Lucy and the Honeymooners Katherine loved her family. She always looked forward to Christmas with family and friends.