Fred A. Martin

1936 - 2012

Fred A. Martin obituary, 1936-2012, Friendswood, TX

BORN

1936

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home

6900 Lawndale Street

Houston, Texas

Fred Martin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 7, 2012.

Fred Allen Martin, 76, joined his Lord on October 5, 2012. Born in Houston on September 4, 1936, Fred passed in Friendswood, his home for 45 yrs. The youngest of 13, Fred is survived by his best friend and loving wife Neila Martin; sisters Juanita Deacy, Thelma Hull and Mitzi Martin; daughters Kathy Austin and Kimberly Martin, stepson Robert Brown and his wife Teresa. A loved grandfather, Fred is missed by granddaughters Katie Boswell, Brandy Stovall, grandsons Robert Brown Jr. and Chris Mott, two great-grandchildren, and leaves many nieces and nephews. Fred was drafted by the ARMY for the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Fred worked at South Star Parts and owned Fred's Supply on Telephone Rd. Fred and Neila enjoyed time with family and at their lake home and visiting towns throughout Texas. They traveled often and married on the island of Key West. VISITATION is Mon, Oct 8th at Forest Park Lawndale 5-9 p.m. SERVICES are Tues, Oct 9th, 2:30 p.m. at Chapel of Angels, Forest Park Lawndale. Condolences and memories of the beloved may be submitted at www.ForestparklawndaleFH.com for an In Memoriam book.

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October 12, 2012

Carolyn Martin

Dearest Fred & daughters...., Kimberly & Kathy...
& beloved families...

There is a tremendous hole in my heart for each of you as we bare our loss together & apart...for today's suffering that each must endure.....for all of yesterdays memories of days gone by ...
& for all of our tomorrows that may renew our pain as we lovingly think of our Fred & the void that will eternally remain in our hearts.

Fred, you gave of yourself in your own way.....& each of us knows that it was the best that you could & we honor you with loving memories & thoughts that your soul may rest in peace.

I am truly sorry for the eternal loss that we must now endure but so very grateful for the living legacy's that will keep your memory so very close to all.....
a legacy that is yours alone, Fred!

You will always & forever be in my heart.....in all of our hearts!

Thank you, Fred, for your love & devotion & the blessings of your daughters.....
Kimberly & Kathy....through each of them, you will always be alive & in our hearts!
Xxooo's
Always & forever,
Carolyn
10/12/2012

October 11, 2012

Ed & Sue Radle

Neila, I know you're hurting and the sorrow you feel. I also know that there's nothing we can say that will stop the hurt. God bless Fred.
Ed and Sue Radle

October 9, 2012

Neila Martin

My darling Fred today was the hardest day of my life. I miss you terribly. Today when preparing the deviled eggs I had to cry because you were not here to crush the potato chips like always. I walk into the yard and sit in the swing and cry. I walk in the house and I cry. I think of you constantly. I would give anything to have you here beside me right now, but not in the condition and the pain of trying to breathe that you were in. I know that you are now free. Someday we will be together again. I love you. I know you are with your lord and savior. Your loving wife.

October 9, 2012

Kay Annette Martin

My Dearest Unc,
A joy to so many, the Light of Life's Party. You continued to put me on the "right path" with your unconditional love until I could stand on my own. You taught me to share that love. I am blessed to call you my family. Your wonderful smile will keep me in my joy & His Grace until we share that hug again. All my love, all my days, Unc.

Posted by Kay Annette Martin

October 8, 2012

FREDDIE WAS THE LIFE OF HE PARTY.HE OOK AWAY MY SHYNESS AND MADE ME A PART OF HE CROWD.NOT JUST AT SHEFFIELDS,AT BULLY PAULS ALSO.I LOVED HIM DEARLY.HAVENT SEEN HIM IN YEARS BU WHEN HE WOULD GO GET HIS CONVERTIBLE YOU BETTER WATCH OUT.HE WAS READY FOR A GOOD TIME.SANDY

October 8, 2012

Darlene, Jim and Dakota Villarreal

Dear Kim and family-
May God be with you in this time of sorrow. May the good times and love fill your hearts always-
Peace be with you

October 8, 2012

My condolences to your family during this time of grief.

October 8, 2012

Dannie Morgan

I will always remember Fred for his good soul and quick wit. He enjoyed his life and I never heard a discouraging word pass his lips. I miss him.

October 8, 2012

My condolences go out to the family of Mr. Martin. May the GOD of all comfort provide you with whatever is needed so you can cope with your great loss. Also you can look forward to a end to all causes of death and the heartaches it brings.

October 8, 2012

Kunisch Family

Kim, we are so sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

October 8, 2012

Sue Martin

Posted by Sue Martin

October 8, 2012

Uncle Fred you will be missed.
Neila, Kimberly and family you have my deepest condolences.
God Bless,
Becky Roberts
Catherine Worley

October 8, 2012

Evalie Duncan

Bless you Fred and your family. May you rest in peace.

October 8, 2012

Myron Fridy

May the Lord be with Fred and your family

October 8, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

October 8, 2012

Kimberly Martin

Posted by Kimberly Martin

October 8, 2012

Jennifer Elwood

Fred, you always made me laugh being around you. I'll never forget riding next to you on the Dungeon Drop at Astroworld! Neila and I nearly busted out your eardrums that day! You will be missed dearly.

October 8, 2012

Mekbib Lemma

May God bless you and your family

October 8, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 8, 2012

shahnaz davis

Fred - I remember all the laughs and good times at Sheffields - 30 years ago on Telephone Road. You were a funny guy and fun to be around and I'm sure the whole gang can attest to that! Godspeed !

Shahnaz

October 8, 2012

Fred - I remember all the laughs and good times at Sheffields - 30 years ago on Telephone Road. You were a funny guy and fun to be around and I'm sure the whole gang can attest to that! Godspeed !

Shahnaz

October 8, 2012

P J

October 8, 2012

Denis and Kathy Hammock

We'll miss seeing you in the swing, enjoying the day, putt-putting up the road on your lawnmower, your laughter and the smiles you always had for us.

October 8, 2012

NL & Sue Lindsey

Fred, we will miss you. We kept putting off getting together with you & Neila. Well the Lord called you home & all we have is the memories of the cruise. I am so thankful that we got to meet you. May the Lord bless all of your family & friends and comfort them. We know that your soul will live on forever and that you have a new mission call with the Lord.

October 7, 2012

Kimberly Adele Martin

Daddy, I miss you so so much. I am so grateful for the time we had together and that we were able to also share a few smiles and laughs in this past week. Roxy sends you lots of love. xxxoo - your loving daughter, Kimberly Adele.

Posted by Kimberly Adele Martin

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