1926
2015
Fred Wright Mayfield, of Williamsburg, VA, passed away on June 22, 2015. He was born on September 4, 1926 in North Carolina to the late Horace and Sallie Mayfield.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Panthea Carter; his brother, William Mayfield; step-son, Thomas Jenkins, and his first wife, Muriel Mayfield.
Fred started out as an apprentice and through his hard work and dedication, retired as Director of Mechanical Operations after 41 years in Colonial Williamsburg. He was an active member of Williamsburg United Methodist Church. Fred was also a member of the Chickahominy Masonic Lodge 286, the Pulaski Club, the Williamsburg Host Lions Club, the Ruritan Club, the Shrine Club and the Khedive Temple. Fred served in the US Army during WWII. He was also a volunteer fireman in his early 20's
He is survived by his wife, Clara Allison Mayfield; daughter, Christine (Ron) Howard; step-daughter, Kathy (Roger) Cawthon; and grandchildren, Lauren and Ty Howard and Ryan and Reid Corbett.
Fred had countless friends and was a perfect southern gentleman. In retirement, he was a talented craftsman, enjoyed fishing and was an avid golfer with five holes in one. He held many offices and was very active in service organizations.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, June 25 from 6-8pm at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg, VA. A service will take place on Friday, June 26 at 1pm, at Williamsburg United Methodist Church, 500 Jamestown Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185. Interment will follow at Williamsburg Memorial Park, 130 King William Dr., Williamsburg, VA 23188.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice.
Online condolences may be offered at www.nelsencares.com.
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July 7, 2015
Roxann Norman
I was saddened to hear about the loss of Fred Mayfield. He was one of the best people to ever have graced Colonial Williamsburg. Always pleasant, always smiling...just a joy to be around. May God hold you and your family in His loving arms and embrace you when you need Him the most. God Bless.
June 28, 2015
Pat Jenkins
Dear Christy,
So sorry to hear of Mr. Mayfield's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family
June 27, 2015
Harriott Lomax
Dearest Clara
My heart and prayers go out to you and the rest of your family. Fred will be greatly missed. Take care
Love
Harriott
June 27, 2015
Rhoda Stinnett Wilson
Clara and family,
I was so sorry to read of Fred's passing. He will be greatly missed. A very sweet man and always the gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 27, 2015
James &Helen Mccormick
So sorry to hear of friends passing on we had lots of good times together in the Williamsburg lion club working project together he will be missed by all. our prayers are with Clara and family
June 26, 2015
Lynn Miller
Clara, My heart goes out to You and your family. What a special man. Always smiling - always a kind word!
June 25, 2015
Jo Brooks
Without a doubt, one of the most kind, helpful, and professional people I have ever had the pleasure to work with. Fred was one of the first people to welcomed me to Colonial Williamsburg and that was many years ago. We always kept in touch after he retired I will miss his wonderful smile, big hug, and those great fishing stories. My thoughts and prayers go to his family it is a loss to our community.
June 24, 2015
Edith Gregory
My heart goes out to the family!! Mr.Mayfield will be missed!!!! I enjoyed his present and it was a joy taking care of him!!!! God Bless
June 24, 2015
Ron and I have such fond memories of cousin Fred at the last Mayfield reunion. We were saddened to hear of his death. Such a gentleman! We wish you and your family peace.
Joy Short Jackson
Rutherford, NJ
June 24, 2015
Arleen Donikowski
Dear Clara and Family,
I know how much Fred will be missed by you and all of us who had the privilege of knowing him. Even though I only knew him and yourself through the craft shows, his kindness, warmth and generosity shined so brightly and is unforgetable.
June 24, 2015
Ann Scaife
Clara and Family, I send my deepest condolences. Fred was an amazing man and friend to my family. My grandparents thought the world of him, and you, Clara. I wish I could be there for his memorial service, due to our recent move, I am unable to attend. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers!
Ann Scaife and family
June 24, 2015
Janet Lockstampfor
Dear Family,
May God give you peace in your time of loss. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4.
I went to school with Roger. God bless.
June 24, 2015
Donna Munroe
I feel fortunate to have gotten to know both Fred & Clara through the Colonial Williamsburg Employees Arts & Crafts Show. They were both participants and supporters from early on, and I am so very sorry for our loss. Clara, you & your family are in my thoughts & prayers. Fred was truly a gem and we will all miss him very much.
June 24, 2015
Hilda Penyak
My thoughts and prayers are with his family who he spoke so highly of...he often was my companion at CW functions.
June 24, 2015
Whitey Gochenour
One word can describe Lion Fred. "GENTLEMAN"
June 24, 2015
Kathy Whitehead
Fred was one of Colonial Williamsburg's finest. I feel privileged to have served with him. I hope his family will find comfort in remembering the positive impact he had on those whose lives he touched. May God continue to bless you.
June 24, 2015
Fred was a kindhearted man and we enjoyed getting to know him at Spring Arbor. We will miss his warmth and his wonderful sense of humor. We are so very sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
God Bless,
Randy and Joy Tanner
June 24, 2015
Kathy Whitehead
Fred was one of Colonial Williamsburg's finest. I feel privileged to have served with him. May his family find comfort in remembering the positive impact that Fred had on those whose lives he touched. May God's continued blessings be upon you.
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