I’m just seeing this now .. Fred was my mentor and my dear trusted friend , and my big brother. He believed in me from day one. And encouraged me. He told me I should be on his sales team at age 20. The others were 35-65.
After my fist full month working for him I had earned exactly zero. He told me to come to his house after work , and he would “give me some pointers “ to have some success and be number one , out of 27 on the team. I was currently in last place. 30 days later I was at the top of the team at Number one!! I teach that summer lesson from Fred to employees and business partners. I was the player , and he was the coach.****** Fred and I couldn’t imagine NOT being with jimmy buffet for the 1999/2000 NYE Show. So of course we got tickets and went to Hollywood. I recently saw a clip of that concert on instagram , and realized I was there with the Colonel !!! Btw he called me Elvis. Fred was the best. Thank you big Brother. ❤️ I love you and I miss you and I thank you. - Jan 27, 2026 scottdale AZ. Jeff Christenson - 602/524/6180
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I met Fred at a cocktail party being hosted in the home of a mutual friend , Danny Crim . During the conversation that night Fred told me that he and Donna had just bought a lot south of Ocean City and wanted to start landscaping the property while they were raising the money to build a house . But Fred had a problem . He had never planted a tree . Just so happened that my wife , Teresa & I had been planting trees for 3 years on our property and better yet I had bought 15 White Pine trees the day before to lnstall a privacy barrier on the west side of our property. We hatched a plan . I would supply a pitcher of Bloody Mary’s the next morning if Fred would help me plant the trees . As I recall the project required 2 pitchers of Bloody’s but a wonderful lifelong friendship was born . PS These pine trees were 3 feet tall when we planted them
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Oh my, I am so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. Donna and family, I had a call yesterday from Cutty who said that he had heard from Kevin Conlan that Fred had died but he was unsure if it was true. So, I immediately looked on the internet and found this site. I'm so very glad you were with him. I pray that you are well. I hold my memories of my times with you all dear in my heart. Love to you all...always. ~ Nan
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My condolences to Fred’s family. I first met Fred in junior high and we attended high school together. He immediately became a very good friend and was always lots of fun to be with. A true free spirit and ladies man! I remember when he worked at a men’s clothing store in DesMoines. He could sell snow to Eskimo's! He was in my wedding party. I last saw Fred at our 50th class reunion. It was great to see him. RIP, my friend!
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Fred has been a constant in my life for more than 45 years. I've never had a better friend. I've never had more fun. My heart reaches out to Donna, Kristin and Jack, and to Fred's many dear friends.
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We were very sorry to hear about the death of a wonderful husband, father, friend and loyal HAWKEYE fan. You will be missed.
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Fred was one of the truly greats and will be missed by all. I am sorry that I didn’t keep better in touch after I left Colorado because I truly cherished our times together form Mexico in 71-72 to many fun times in Denver and Okoboji. My condolences to Donna, Jack, Kristian and the rest of the family. God Speed and fly night my friend.
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So very sorry for your loss. You all are a dear part of our memories of the lake and growing up. We loved Fred!
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Donna, I am so sorry! I had no idea until Susan Benit posted it on my message on fb. Fred, Pep Perez and I all met at Drake Univ. in 1965. I will call Pep tomorrow, he will be devatated as I am. Such a 'wonderful spirit' and kind heart is how I always think of Fred. I have some pics from Okoboji I will send to you if you wish. DAMN! It is after 11 p.m. and sleeping will be difficult. You can contact me thru fb orsend me your e address or we can call. Whatever you wish. God Bless you all.
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So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy, I have missed seeing him for many years but have fond memories. May he rest in peace and God bless Donna and his family
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My deepest sympathy to Donna, Kristin & Jack. Rest in Peace Colonel - Radar ❤️
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So very , very sorry . We love the Daniel’s family RIP Fred
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My mentor and friend. We were separated by the miles and life’s path but always together in our hearts and mind. Now more than ever.
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