Freda Lynn Schnelle
Jackson, Kentucky
71 departed this earthly life Thursday February 12 2026 at the Appalachian Regional Hospital in Hazard Kentucky. Born on June 21 1954 in Cincinnati Ohio she lived a life marked by compassion dedication and the joy she found in simple pleasures. Freda devoted her professional life to caring for others as a nurse at Nim Henson Geriatric Center. Her work reflected her deep sense of empathy and commitment to those in need. She brought warmth and kindness to her patients and colleagues alike. She was the beloved wife to Dean Burnett with whom she shared 29 years of marriage. Freda was also a devoted mother to her son Jerry Allen. She held close bonds with her brother Wayne Collins and her best friend Vickie Fugate who remained a constant presence in her life. A woman of many interests Freda found joy in watching trivia shows taking walks reading books and…