July 28, 2015

Gail:
I just saw the item in the VT Magazine about Fred and searched online until I came across his Obituary.  The world has lost an amazing person. Reading about all he has done since college and all the condolences just goes to show that he never slowed down, was just as funny as in college and continued to spread his smile, laughter and humor to those around him.  I will always remember Fred and our Jersey shore connection and our love of Springsteen and how he always made you, Julie, Marilyn and I laugh at our Terrace View apartment..  He is now “Born to Run”, though I know he will forever be by your side and in all our hearts.
God bless you and your family…My heart hurts for you all…
Marci Koblos Shattuck, VT ’79

February 11, 2015

Dear Gail, Michael, and Katelyn,
I just heard of Fred’s passing, and as a former co-worker and friend, I was deeply saddened and shocked to hear the tragic news. Fred came to Thermoseal and breathed new life into a struggling team, and we were all blessed to have worked with him.
I especially remember his kindness and help when I had been unable to reach my college age daughter for serveral days while she was in Australia. Fearing the worst and in near panic, I called Fred and he walked me through the steps of contacting the State Dept and locating her. She turned out to have an issue with her cell phone and was fine, but if not for Fred’s guidance I may have suffered longer not knowing her whereabouts.
I fondly remember that he lit up any room with his smile, infectious laugh, and witty humor. He was the brightest, nicest co-worker I have ever had, and although we had only kept in touch infrequently after Thermoseal, I always looked forward to his insight and advice on whatever topics we discussed.
Most of all I want you to know that he spoke often of all of you, and as you know he loved you guys more than anything. I can’t imagine the pain and loss you feel, but please know that you are in my prayers. If there is anything I can do for your family please don’t hesitate to contact me. God bless you all.
Rita Daugherty El Gani (rita.elgani@parker.com)

December 28, 2014

Gail, I am so very sorry for your loss.  He was much too young.  I wish I could have gotten to know him better. From reading the obituary and the many condolences left here, I can only imagine what an amazing man he was. I am so happy knowing he gave you so many wonderful times together, and those memories will last forever in your heart.
My love and prayers to you, Michael and Katelyn.
Linda (cousin)

December 22, 2014

From the moment Fred cartwheeled into our family we were changed. Mom (GiGi) had found her match, and she loved it. the laughter and banter was contagious. Our Gail with the braids had brought us a joyous burst of energy. My best memories have been on trips with Gail and Fred. I can still hear Fred’s rendition of the Jack the Ripper tour guide, bellowing down the streets of west end London. And when we got stuck in Westminster Abby, up front with the choir, not knowing the service was 2hours, starving for a burger and fries. Ever tried to keep chuckles down during a church service? Fred was not the person to sit next to if you must be quiet. Fred was a courageous (crazy) man. He loved a challenge, whether on a 3wheeler or a kayak. The higher the river, the sweeter the ride. Never met a copperhead he didnt like. Fred was a kind caring man, too. He was there for us all during family tragedies, with his uplifting spirit. Dad would never have survived those many trips to Roanoke without Fred. He showed up in Amsterdam NY unannounced, in his monster truck to help Dave with his parents. His comic relief saved us. I can still hear Dave and Fred’s laughter from the attic as they rummage through “stuff”. Who knew Fred’s knowledge of 1940’s ladies feathered hats? We will never forget this. 
Above all, Fred made my sister Gail so very happy, and the two of them brought us our sweet Katelyn and Michael. We will keep Fred’s memories alive always. 
I love you TBL, love PLB.

December 22, 2014

Gail, What a tragic and crashing blow. I never met Fred, but grew to appreciate his genius through your kind and loving comments about him. I think that Fred had other planes of existence and other realms to explore and that is why his physical body is no longer here, But, his extraordinary talents and love will linger on through your beautiful children, extended family and friends. You were lucky indeed, to have him as your soul mate for over 30 years. Even though your sorrow is unbearable now, in time what remains is an even richer love and legacy that will be handed down to your future grandchildren, about this amazing man. Peace and Love to you, Karen Hillegass-Bryant 

December 20, 2014

Gail and family, today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.  
Someone as SPECIAL as Fred will never be forgotten.
 
Susie K.

December 20, 2014

Dear Janet and Burgess Family,
So sorry for the loss of your brother Freddie. My husband Paul lost his brother at the same age, a very sad time for our entire family. My heart aches for you and your entire family during this difficult time. 
Thoughts and prayers are with all of you,
Annette Gargiulo-Tagliareni 

December 20, 2014

There are some people that….
You don’t forget
ever tho
you only seen them a time or two
In the end, my dear sweet friend,
I’ll remember you,
by Bob Dylan
From Barry and Judy

December 19, 2014

Dear Gail, Michael and Katelyn,
I was so saddened to see the news of Fred’s passing.  I offer my thoughts and condolences to you.  For many years I had the privilege of working with yur family at Loeffler-Pitt Dental.  Fred could sure joke and laugh his way through an appointment and his drive and creativity was amazing on what ever project he had going on.  I always enjoyed working with all of you and am so, so sorry for your loss.  I hope you still have that special place on the Shenandoah to comfort you.
Sincerely
Celeste Neuhard, Dental Hygienist

December 19, 2014

We are friends of Kathy and Jacks and never met Fred. He sounds like an amazing guy who made this world a better place. We did hear some great stories though, artfully told by Kathy and Jack. Our hearts go out to the family and we are thinking especially of our friend Kathy who lost her beloved brother. May you find strength in those powerful memories.
Ursula and Larry Flaherty, Maine

December 19, 2014

 
Fred, friend and neighbor.  What a truly great guy!  He will be missed.
 
 
From the day Sarah and I met him, he kept us enamored with his intelligence and rapacious wit.  He was always willing to lend a hand when you were in need.  He was a genuinely good hearted person.
 
 
A gentleman and animal lover, I recall his first meeting with our big dog Taji, who was out in the meadow where Fred was working on his red tractor. Taji isn’t good with strangers, but he warmed up to Fred immediately, and I overheard Fred out in the meadow saying “Ooh, I like this guy” to him.  Fred met with Taji’s approval!
 
Fred was and will always be, one of our favorite neighbors.   The memories of our good times will remain in our hearts forever.   One of which was the July 4 fireworks (”Light that bitch”), as Fred was always throwing more fireworks into the display each year, and of course the occasional potato cannon shots fired off from the balcony.  He regaled us with so many funny stories, delivered with a style only Fred had.  And Fred was ahead of the curve with his vegetable oil vehicles.  Sheer genius!
 
 
Gail, Michael and Katelyn; our hearts go out to you at this difficult time.  Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss. We are so very sorry.   
 
Sincerely, Harry and Sarah Fitzwater.

December 19, 2014

Oh what fabulous memories I have of Fred. When I think of Fred I smile–he was so much fun.  I recall him towing some jet skis to the River last winter. I thought “Dear Lord, Fred is going to jet ski on the Shenandoah in December!” It turned out he was stopping by his house at the River on his way to Florida.  We would not have put it past Fred to try out those skis on the Shenandoah in December–he was a firecracker!  Last summer Fred and Gail hadn’t  been to the River house in a while and the grass was pretty high. After Fred cut the field he plowed the grass with his snowplow lol. It worked great!   When we would hear a motorcycle come down the Lane Danny and I would say “Oh, I bet that’s Fred!”  We all have memories of Fantastic Fred! Those memories will be cherished and will comfort us as we grieve his passing. I am so thankful to have known Fred and am so sad he left us. He made the World brighter with his beautiful smile, contagious laugh and sharp wit.  Sending my love and prayers to Gail, and all of Fred’s Family and many, many friends.  
Eloise Hoke

December 19, 2014

Dear Gail, Katelyn, and Michael,

Shu-hua and I were so saddened when we received the news from Margaret that Fred had passed away. He was such a delightful and generous human being. I had always hoped that one day I could get to know him better. Fred was so kind to Jeffrey when, some years ago, he wanted to convert an old Benz to run on biodiesel fuel. Jeffrey spent an entire day, if not more, over at your house in the garage learning about all those things that I know nothing about. Fred, in contrast, seemed to know absolutely everything about engines.

About a year ago, Shu-hua and I encountered him in Landis Woods when Fred was out for a run and we were walking. We talked for about half an hour and got caught up a little about our respective family news. One couldn’t leave an encounter with Fred without a smile on one’s face. That in itself is a great tribute to him.

We hope somehow all the memories of Fred will keep him close to you in spirit. You are in our thoughts.

In deepest sympathy,
Rick and Shu-hua Kent

December 19, 2014

A Fred Memory: Flatbed trailer adorned with Christmas lights and filled with hay, and people. …. pulled by Fred and his tractor. Riding up and down Misty Meadow lane singing Christmas songs.  It was a perfect evening.  Thats how I will remember him.
Love to Gail and kids.  Jim and Ron  

December 19, 2014

 
I’m quite devastated and saddened with this news.  Our families grew up together in Virginia and then in New Jersey as our Dad’s made the move to fly jets out of the New York area.  Our family later moved to Florida and remained in touch through high school.  Distance and time evolved and we lost touch till one day out of the blue he showed up here in Alabama at my office around 1984 while making a sales run in the area.  The childhood stories we laughed about from getting stung by jelly fish at stinger needle beach in Virginia to ice skating on his backyard pool!  Those memories will live on with me and everyone else who knew him.
 
God bless to all the Burgess family.
Gary and Nancy Roquemore

December 19, 2014

Gail,
I am so sorry for your loss, Fred sounds like an amazing man. You are so blessed to have shared do many years with him; you will miss him so much.
Thought & prayers,
Alice Geib

December 19, 2014

Gail, I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I had known your husnband; he sounds like an amazing man. How blessed you are to have shared so many years with him and I know you will miss him terribly.
Thoughts & prayers,
Alice geib

December 19, 2014

Dear Burgess Family,   My sincerest sympathy in the untimely death of Fred.  I did not know him,but I know many members of his family.  They are
wonderful people.  God Bless all of you and give you comfort and peace.  Sincerest Sympathy, Sally Detjen

December 19, 2014

Dear Burgess Family,  I am deeply saddened by Fred,s passing.  I know he was well loved and respected by all who knew him.  I did not have the
pleasure of knowing him, but I did know many in his family and they are wonderful people.  May God give you all comfort and peace in the days to
come.  Sincerest and Heartfelt Sympathy,  Sally Detjen

December 19, 2014

Fred- You mentored me through the complexities of rebuilding an engine – and to my amazement it actually started and ran.  You inspired me to run distances I never dreamed possible – and delivered on your promise to buy me a donut if I finished a race.   You provided me unconditional friendship through the difficulties in life that I faced.  I will be forever changed because of you  Thank you.  Your Brother-In-Law and friend Dave.

December 19, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Kathy.  We have heard so many fun stories of Fred through the years we feel as though we knew him.  He was surrounded by a truly loving family that is joyful to have had the opportunity to share his life.  Please celebrate Fred’s life with gusto. God’s peace and strength to you and your family.  Love Mark and Alice Job Kodiak, Alaska.

December 18, 2014

Gail,
I am so sorry for your loss.  Fred sounds like a wonderful man.  I am thinking of you.
Love 
Kara Jones

December 18, 2014

Nothing I can say make this devastating loss less than what it is, I was so very sorry to hear the news and send my heartfelt condolences to everyone who loved and cared for him. Fred and I started working at Amorim around the same time,  the little time that I got to know him I was very impressed by his intelligence and work ethic. His humor was one of a kind, when he introduced himself to me somehow for several minutes he made me believe he was Amish from that day on I called him Amish Fred. We will miss his visits to the Wisconsin office. Say Fred, thanks for often lending an ear and kind but reasonable words. Holly

December 18, 2014

OMG!  We are friends of Kathy and Jack Gumph and we are heart sick to hear this news….We never met Fred in person but we felt like we knew him from all the stories we heard from Kathy and Jack.  Kathy loved her brother and his family so much.  We can only tell you we feel your loss and you are all in our prayers….the only comfort we can give you is that he will be at Heaven’s door to greet you when the Lord calls you to enter.  What a joyous day that will be….hold on to that thought. 
God’s blessing for strength to endure.  Sincerely, Joyce and Larry Hood, Keller, Texas
  

December 18, 2014

My deepest condolences to Fred’s whole family.  For 6 years while I worked at his sister Kathy’s business I enjoyed Fred’s calls and visits to Colorado.  Every call and visit was punctuated with laughter (the deep belly shaking kind) and good natured ribbing.  And through the years since, I have been entertained by Kathy’s stories of Fred and his adventures. I am so sad that Fred won’t get older and more eccentric with the rest of us.  My love and prayers to all of you. 
Vanessa Agee

December 18, 2014

Gail and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss.  I’ve spent the last few hours since your call rembering all of the funny things that always happened when Fred was around.  You were always laughing around him.  He was truly a great and wonderfull man.  
A few stories stick in my head this morning.  He always told of being a young boy and wanting the rubber ball out of the middle of a golf ball.  He put a ball in his dad’s vice, and turned it until he couldn’t any more.  He then got bigger and bigger hammers all the while beating the vice tighter and tighter.  Finally the ball exploded out of the vice, flew across the garage, and blew a hole through the garage door.  Wow!  Turns out it was a liquid center golf ball!  Good thing his head wasn’t in the way.  Too crazy.
And the story he tells of he and his sister taking out the ganoe on the lake as a kid.  He tells he’d stop the boat, then shoot an arrow straight up into the air.  When he’d see it stop rising, and turning around to head back to earth, he’d then start the boat motor (which always took a few tries).  He’d then speed away from the spot the arrow was probably going to hit the water, with his sister screaming all the while   HA!  
More and more stories come flooding back.  I wish i could tell them like he did.
You all are in my prayers.
Fred, you will be missed.  phi phi kappa alpha
Joe Gambill

December 18, 2014

Dear Gail
Pamela and I were devastated to hear the very sad news about Fred and send our sincerest condolences to you, Michael, Katelyn and all his family.
 
I had the pleasure and privilege of working with Fred as a friend and colleague for many years during our years with Armstrong and I shall always remember his lively mind, creative thinking and inexhaustible energy.  He enriched everyone who worked with him and our thoughts and prayers will be with you on Saturday and over the Christmas season.   We shall always recall with pleasure the time you, your sister and Fred spent with us in England and Fred’s numerous visits here on business.
 
With sincere best wishes
 
Pamela & Derek Bryan

December 18, 2014

Dear Gail,
I am so sorry for your loss.  I have so many wonderful memories of you and Fred at Virginia Tech and after, when we were all just starting to pretend we were adults!  He was such a charming, handsome, intelligent and loving man and his obituary is a perfect description of the way I remember him.  My heart just breaks for you all now.  
much love,
Kathy Gambill

December 18, 2014

What a wild ride it was to go from being Fred’s HR Director to coach and friend. And how my heart breaks that I will not get those funny phone calls that start like this, “Ok Doc, ya gotta talk me through this one”. I was beyond priveleged to come to know Fred’s thoughts, spirit,heart and soul. He was such a proud dad full of love and admiration and wonder about his children, Michael and Katelyn. He honored me to call to tell me about his concerns for them and about their accomplishments. And his greatest soulmate, Gail, to you Gail he was in awe – he respected you, loved you and was so grateful for your support and accomodation of the many out of the box ideas he would so passionately pursue. Driven, creative, smart, hard working, deeply loyal and principled. If he could dream it he could do it and he did. I will cliing to the memory of our many chats and always be grateful that Someone made sure our paths crossed in this life.  I will miss you always, dearest special friend,  Fred. My love and heart to Gail, Michael and Katelyn at this most difficult time.

December 18, 2014

Fred
You always made us laugh.. you were amazing.. the meetings the meetings the jokes the pranks..  The spoofs  the hey babe.. I truely was inspired by you to move on as you did..  I am  so so sad..  My deepest sympathy to Gail and your children.  Thanks for everything.. I loved you and your spirit
Rest in Peace My Friend..
Linda 

December 18, 2014

I was fotunate enough to sit at the same table with Freddy at the memorial for my mother in September. A friend of mine, who had  heard a few stories about Freddy but had never met him, was with me. For weeks afterward she could not stop talking about what a fabulous person he was and how lucky my family was to have him as a friend. i think everyone who met met him similarly fell under his spell. To know Freddy was to love him. It was that simple. I also remember the day in 1961 when the Burgess family moved in across the street from us in Allenwood. I want his parents, Fred and Isabelle, to know how deeply I grieve for them and how proud they should feel for having given the world the magical being who was their son. And all my love to his sisters also. All of us who knew him feel blessed for that privelege, and it is fitting that we should celebrate his life, but the truth is that the world has lost one of its most luminous souls amd one its biggest hearts.
Mark Harris  Boston, Massachusetts

December 18, 2014

To the Burgess family we send our deepest condolences for your loss. We first met Fred through business and then as fellow members of the Gasket Fabricators Association. Fred was always a joy to be with and exchange funny stories about “on-the-road” adventures. A true professional in his work. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. 
John Hulme (VP-Sales, IGS, Inc., retired) and Diana Hulme

December 18, 2014

Gail, Katelyn and Michael,
Fred was my best friend.  You know all to well the tales and tribulations of our worldly travels.  He brought joy and laughter where ever he traveled and had friendships around the world.  He will be remembered by many who called him their friend.
His passion for everything he did was contagious and he made work fun.  On the personal side he got me, of all people, to run a marathon, not just one, but we ran 4 together.  And even though he was much faster than me, he always ran with me.  I will never forget him, he will be part of me forever.
We’ve worked together, ran togehter, traveled together, drank together and he often said we were like an old married couple that finishes each others sentences.  He made me a better person and I’m thankful that he was part of my life.
Andrea and I want you to know that our thoughts, prayers and love are with you.  May God bless his spirit and I hope you find peace in knowing that God is carrying you in his arms at this time of sorry.
Mark and Andrea Moser

December 18, 2014

 
I read the heartfelt tribute to Fred Burgess this morning and thought how much I would have loved knowing this man.  You are all so fortunate to have these amazing memories of a life well lived, of his laugh, his kindness and generosity of spirit. There is great comfort in your words, “He was so loved”.   You and your family are in my prayers, Kathy.
 
Lindsay Becotte
 

December 18, 2014

My heart breaks for you and your family with the sudden loss of your loved one; the description of your brother displays a wonderful man.  Thoughts, prayers and tears for you and your family during this difficult time.  Laura Barsamian

December 18, 2014

“Unable are the loved to die. For love is immortality.”
~Emily Dickinson
As loved as Fred was and always will be; his love & his laughter will live on in the hearts of those lucky enough to call him friend, father or family. Gail, Katelyn & Michael, I shall always think of you all every time I see a monarch…Live free & ride on Fred.
Erin Fox-Bressler
 

December 18, 2014

We are Colorado friends of Kathy and Jack’s. We were so saddened to hear of Freddy’s passing. Although we’d never met him, we knew him through Kathy’s stories–always full of love and laughter. He meant the world to her. I remember how my parents, now also gone, were so taken with Freddy when they met him and Gail at the Allaire Timbers Inn. My parents shared with us stories of Freddy’s sense of humor and his kind nature. We were jealous that we had missed meeting him. “Next time,” we’d always said. Our hearts are now aching for Freddy’s family and loved ones. He was so loved and he will be missed. 
Bruce and Lisa Joss

December 17, 2014

Our hearts ache for you all as you process this immense loss.  I will always have fond memories of Freddie from our high school years and family times together. Our kids couldn’t stop talking about how much fun they had with “Uncle Freddie” and your whole family when they met you all at Shannon and Sean’s wedding. I am so glad they got that opportunity.  Our family sends you all much love during this heartbreaking time. He is greatly missed by so many.  Love and peace, Colleen Crosson, Mark Sloniker, Myles and Emma Sloniker 

December 17, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family now and in the days to come. May there be comfort found in family, friends, and good memories.
Allan and Ellen Scott, Naples, FL.

December 17, 2014

I am so saddened by Freddy’s passing (he will always be Freddy to me).   Just this past September I had the pleasure of seeing him for the first time in many, many years when he attended the memorial for my mother.  I chatted with him for several minutes and he had me in stitches.  We had so much fun reminiscing about the old days in Allenwood.  He was so charming and delightful.  I had hoped that our paths would meet again before another forty years went by, but it is not to be.  I extend my deepest sympathy to everyone in the Burgess family.
Justine Harris

December 17, 2014

We were deeply saddened by the news of Fred’s passing.  Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
 
Although there have not been too much communications between Fred and us after we moved to China some 25 years ago but Fred’s name was always mentioned among friends when we met.  Teresa and I can still clearly remember our good times in Chattanooga, Tn and Charlotte, NC and his love for fixing cars. 
 
Fred is such a lively person and we hope he can continue to enjoy fixing cars in heaven. 
 
 
Gail, take care of yourself.
 
Sydney & Teresa Chang (Shanghai, China)

December 17, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Fred.  We were fraternity brothers at Virginia Tech and I have many memories of those good times.  My thoughts and prayers are with Gail and his family.  May God give you peace and comfort during the coming days.
Les Hutchinson, Rocky Mount, Virginia

December 17, 2014

Gail, My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Michael and Katelyn. Even though I have not seen you guys since graduation, it was good to read that Fred accomplished many things in the way I remember him. Jim Wright has stayed my link to the brotherhood of PKA and found me a picture of Katelyn. She looks alot like our 1978 “dream girl”.  I still have that group picture hanging on my office wall with your picture in the center.
Ray Froy
Bluefield VA

December 17, 2014

Gail, I am sorry for your loss. Fred and I worked together since the mid 80’s. He was always my go to guy no matter where he was employeed.Fred and I became very good friends.We had great and funny times traveling together breaking all the corporate rules for vehicles and dress. Some how we always got the job done.
Carol and I will have you and your family in our prayers.
Ed Bowman
Southern Rubber Co, Inc

December 17, 2014

Dear Gail, Patty and Dave,
Gail you don’t know me but I feel as though I know you through Patty and Dave (especially Patty’s FB page). I want to let you know that  you are in my thoughts and prayers.  Patty and Dave are such exceptionally wonderful people and I can only imagine how wonderful you are and how incredible Fred was.  I wish I could snap my fingers and make all of the pain go away for all of you, but I can’t.  My heart goes out to you all….
My sincerest condolences,
Kathy Bellows

December 17, 2014

Gail…Kathy is a dear, dear friend of mine and she just called to tell me about Freddie’s passing.  I just wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time for you and your family. I feel like I know you through Kathy although we have never met. She has shared so many stories about your family and your wonderful times together. I am so sorry for your loss of your husband and best friend.
Nona Melton
 

December 17, 2014

Fred was a mentor and leader to me but most importantly my friend. He was great person to be around and to work with and will be greatly missed. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathys on your loss.   Chris Schenck, Co-worker, Amorim Cork Composites

December 17, 2014

To all of you who recently lost Freddie, I am so so terribly sorry for your loss.  My long ago memories of Freddie were always of his wit and sweetness.  I’m sure you will all miss him terribly – my thoughts and prayers are with you all!  Gail Keith, Manasquan, NJ

December 17, 2014

My deapest sympathy to the family and close friends of Fred. I just recently started working with Fred at Amorim Cork Composites. he was a great guy and mentor, we will all truely miss his smile and warm personnality. With Best Regards,
Deborah Hoffman
Amorim Cork Composites
Customer Service Team.
 

December 17, 2014

Dear Gail & family,
After hearing of Fred’s passing I haven’t been able to get you off my mind. You are a very strong person & I am praying for you constantly. God Bless you & your family. 
Janet Gavin Saunders

December 17, 2014

Our heart goes out to you, Words cannot express our feeling

December 17, 2014

Dear Katelyn, Mike, and Gail:
I am so sorry to hear about Fred’s passing.  My entire family thought he was such an inspiring man, and he made me laugh so many times throughout our years together, Katelyn.  My thoughts and prayers are with you.
With much love,
Margaret Kent

December 17, 2014

Good travels my friend , you brought a smile to my face everyday .You are one of the best men I ever met .I will miss you .
 
Tom Kennedy

December 17, 2014

Thanks for all the laughs over the years Fred!  I wish God’s blessings on the Burgess family as they deal with such a tremendous loss.  I will miss our phone calls together.  Whenever I needed a reality check and a few good laughs I would call FRED. 
I will miss my friend.
 
Byron Bassett
 

December 17, 2014

Fred was indeed a one of a kind to everyone that had the good fortune to be near him!  Such a positive and passionate friend that always left you smiling and often shaking your head; either in a agreement, or ammusement!  You always knew what was on Fred’s mind.  …and you always knew where he was because of the laughter and crowd gathered round.  I’ll forever remember Fred with a smile and a story, for everyone’s got a favorite Fred moment.  You will be missed my friend.  Prayers to the family.  Jon Preston

December 17, 2014

I met Fred in December, 1961, on the day he and his family moved in across the street from us in Allenwood, NJ. We were both four years old. He obviously had me immediately captivated, as I still emember the meeting, what Fred said to me….even the feeling in the air that day. Fom that moment on, Fred became, and remained, part of the fabric of my life. Even when we did not see each other for long periods of time, I carried Fred around with me. That we had reconnected and spent time together in recent years means more to me than words can say. The days and hours I spent with Fred were among the happiest (and hilarious) of my life. Fred was more than special, my one true life friend, and I loved him dearly. Sending my deepest condolences and an ocean of love to Gail and all of Fred’s wonderful family. It is so hard to say good bye and let go, but are all so privelaged and blessed to have known Fred. He was the best.
Rick Harris, Monivea. Ireland

December 16, 2014

Goodbye my friend and brother-in-law.  You were a blast to know and a greater blast to listen to.  I will miss your explosive personality and roaring laugh.  Our parties on the river will never be the same but you always be there in our thoughts.  Thanks for the memories.
My deep love and condolences to Gail, Michael, Katelyn, his parents and his sisters.  This loss is too big to grasp.
Steve Chesley
 
 

December 16, 2014

Few souls on this planet could ever shine as brightly as that of Fred !!  He brought light , love and laughter to us in a way that will live on in our memories forever.  He will be remembered fondly by every one of us whose lives he touched.  Our world has lost one of the really, really good ones.  Heres a BIG 21 potato cannon salute to you !! My heart breaks for his family and loved ones – you are in my thoughts and prayers. 

December 16, 2014

We would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. It just doesn’t seem right…way too soon. Hugs to all. 
Joe & Celeste

December 16, 2014

Wish I could be there for you. It was a wonderful obituary  it makes me wish I had known him.  Love and prayers. Patty gilhuly

December 16, 2014

My heart has been with you for several days, Gail.   I’m standing next to you in spirit – but behind Fred, I know he’s right by your side.  My deepest sympathy. 

December 16, 2014

Gail,
my heartfelt condolences to you and your family!