Frederick Paul Ambs

1960 - 2016

Frederick Paul Ambs obituary, 1960-2016

BORN

1960

DIED

2016

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Stonebriar Funeral Home and Cremation Services

10375 Preston Road

Frisco, Texas

Frederick Ambs Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 11, 2016.

Frederick Paul Ambs was born on December 19, 1960 in Jackson, MI. Fred was a good kid; he excelled in sports and most everything he did. Fred started school in Morenci at age 6. He learned to play piano and had a paper route. He was very well loved by his teachers and his peers. He got started in little league baseball when he was 8 and developed a great love for this sport. Fred graduated from Blissfield Highschool in 1979. He played American Legion baseball and received a full scholarship to the University of Missouri. Since then he has gotten many more degrees in the insurance industry. He was always very attentive to his parents and very close to his siblings.

Fred was joined in marriage to Stacy in 1994 for 20 years, and was a proud, loving and devoted father of Jordan Drew, 17, and Morgan Paige, 14.

He moved to Dallas in 2006 after his tenure as VP of claims at AIG in West Virginia and New York. After leaving AIG he enjoyed leading catastrophe relief teams in various states, followed by his current position of Amica Insurance in Dallas as a General Adjuster. Fred will be fondly remembered by his many friends and family for his love of golf, fishing, crossword puzzles, bowling, and attending his children's' sporting events. Fred, you will be greatly missed by all those you touched. You will forever be in our hearts and memories.

Fred is survived by his parents, Peter and Mary Ambs and Janet Barbrick; ex-wife Stacy Ambs and their children Jordan and Morgan; sister Suzanne and Wesley Exelby; brother Peter Ambs; brother Lowell Weaver and family; niece Alyse Exelby; niece Erica Paige Ambs; and nephew Peter and Jaime Ambs.

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November 5, 2017

kathy parsons

On this All Saints Day, remembering a wonderful person, friend and boss. Fred will not be forgotten by many who had the opportunity to know him. God has Fred now and he is at peace.

October 25, 2016

Don Nguyen

Very sad to hear about Fred's passing. He was my mentor at Amica and always had such positivity in all aspects of life. I remember watching Jeopardy with him one night and he was shouting out answers before the contestants did. Truly a remarkable man and I'll miss having my talks with him.

October 24, 2016

Renee Swindle

Very sad news hearing of Fred's passing. He was a wonderful boss when I worked for him in the Charleston, WV AIG Office.

October 19, 2016

Jim McCormick

Fred was a great teammate in all the sports, but certainly a better person. My thoughts and condolences go out to his entire family.

October 14, 2016

Victoria Dawson

You are in my thoughts and prayers in your time of grief. I met Fred a few times through work and he made a lasting impression on me. He will be missed.

October 14, 2016

Scott Lamley

Very sad and somber news hearing of Fred's passing. Met Fred when we were 8 yrs old. He was always kind, considerate and had a great smile. Amazing athlete and a giving person. Everyone had great respect for Fred. His passing at such a young age makes us all give pause to the things most precious to us, our friends and family whom we all too often take for granted. Wonderful memories we will keep, even now with heavy hearts. Rest in peace Fred!

October 14, 2016

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Staff of Stonebriar Funeral Home,
Frisco, Texas

October 14, 2016

Tom Ciombor

My condolences go out to the family of Fred. We were teammates together at Mizzou and Freddy left a great impression on all of us. There was not anyone who didn't like "Freddy". Please know many of his ex-Mizzou teammates have talked the last few days and have all shared thoughts on how much Freddy meant to us. Please know that his extended Mizzou Family will be praying for you all.

October 13, 2016

Rich Osborn

Very sad news. A great leader and teammate with us at Blissfield HS. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ambs family.

October 13, 2016

Judy Trujillo

I was friends of Freds parents, even before he was born. Remember him as a sweet kid. Later ran into him as he and my sons played ball during their teenage years. He was an excellent ballplayer. I am very sorry that he left so soon.

October 13, 2016

Skip Morris

Fred was not only a business associate but a very good and close friend. We played a lot of golf together and had a lot of conversations about life. My thoughts and prayers go out to Fred's family for their loss. RIP MY FRIEND

October 13, 2016

Dawn Scott

October 13, 2016

Ric Sutherland

I was deeply saddened to hear of Fred's passing. Fred and I were childhood friends growing up in Morenci, Michigan. We were always together. We would camp out in my back yard and at night look up at the stars while talking about life and sports...mostly sports. Our Little League days were the best. We pushed each other to become better athletes. He was a great athlete, great student and most of all a great friend. It has been 40 years and I still remember him like it was yesterday. I was sad to see him move to Blissfield but I knew it was best for him. My deepest condolences to the Ambs family. When I look up at the stars tonight I will be thinking of Fred.

October 13, 2016

Donna Spreckels

Freddy was a dear friend to my husband and I. Such a sweet, loving man who was so proud of his beautiful kids. I know he will be watching over them. My prayers and thoughts to his family. We will miss you greatly!

October 13, 2016

Very sorry to hear about Fred's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Vicki Heffner Street (cousin).

October 13, 2016

Steven Wallin

I will miss Fred here in our office. I will miss his smile and sense of humor, and certainly I will miss his job expertise. Fred was always willing to help anyone who needed it, and very gracious while doing so. My deepest sympathies to his families and friends.

October 13, 2016

Dan Hacker

So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I never played with Fred since I was just going off to college when he was "the new kid in town", but our whole families did become friends back in the day in Blissfield. His sister Suzy is still a good friend. I wish Fred's entire family strength in the coming days and fond memories in the future.

October 13, 2016

Fred was a gentleman and a great boss with a love of family and baseball. He will be missed. Deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
Vicky Dickerson Blue Ridge, Texas

October 13, 2016

Dap[hne Hoffman

Blissfield Baseball lost a great guy. My father, Virgil Vescelius, thought a lot of Fred and all the baseball guys in that era. Very sad to hear of his passing. My love and prayers go out to his family, may they find peace at this difficult time.
Daphne Vescelius Hoffman

October 13, 2016

Brittany Thompson

Mr.Fred was always so kind and welcoming when I hung out with Jordan and Morgan. He was so positive and fun to be around. Lots of love for the Ambs family. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

October 12, 2016

Jeanette Rivas (Barbrick)

I am Fred's step sister, I didn't get much time with him on this earth, but we did both move in with my Dad, Augie and Janet for a brief time we were under the same roof. I remember his smile as being contagious and how my Dad was always happy around him..you will be missed!! Many thoughts and prayers to your children. Your little step sis Jeanette

October 12, 2016

Stacia Decket

Janet so sorry for your loss- sending you prayers at this sad time.

October 12, 2016

Doug Heidbreder

Remembering some great days of Blissfield high school basketball and baseball with Fred. Those were some good times. May God bless your family today and always.

October 12, 2016

Carol Kitchen

We are sadden to hear about Fred and so sorry for his loss. He was a great Mizzou fan and we enjoyed visiting him in Dallas when Mizzou went to a bowl there. I hope that Fred and Broggie give each other a hard time as they will both be missed. Thoughts and prayers for his family.

October 12, 2016

Carol Korte

Fred was a great friend with a big heart and loved to make people laugh. His kids were his world and he was so proud of both of them. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends. He will be missed!

October 12, 2016

Todd Crozier

Fred was a joy to be around - whether on the golf course, at lunch, in the office or wherever else our travels took us. Everyone who had the pleasure to meet and spend time with Fred is a better person for having crossed paths with him. He will surely be missed and my thoughts and prayers go out to him, his family and friends.

October 12, 2016

Dustin Marine

Fred was a great friend and colleague. Always willing to help and listen to your needs. We spent some good times together and I will always remember him as the caring and kind man that he was.

October 12, 2016

Laura Garcia

Pete, Janet, Erica, and Family, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time. May the Lord comfort you and bring you peace.

October 12, 2016

David Burgoyne

Fred was always smiling and was quick to laugh. He was a pleasure to talk to, work with, and spend time with. He often talked about his family whom he loved in an eternal way. He'll be missed but not forgotten. Until we meet again my friend...

October 12, 2016

Sally Haynie

Having a difficult time putting into words what a special guy your dad was. He was a highly respected, knowledgeable adjuster, very well thought of. The professional excellence tells only part of his story, though. He was friendly, patient with questions, and simply a very nice guy to work with. Be proud to be his kids. He spoke highly of both of you, his love obvious.

With prayers and best wishes, comfort and peace.

October 12, 2016

Rick Wood

One of the great joys in my life was spending time with Fred, Skip Morris and Chuck Jones. I wish I had one last opportunity to mention the name Sidney Moncrief to him because it would remind him of a truly special day at KCC. I am so saddened to hear of your loss and I pray that his love of life and his love for his family and friends will remain in your hearts forever.

October 12, 2016

Linda Barbrick

My heart goes out to all of Fred's family during this difficult time. I have very fond memories of hanging out with Fred at my Dad's years ago. He truly lit up a room when he walked in. He was such a special guy and he will be missed by all!
His step-sister, Linda Barbrick

October 12, 2016

Juanita Garcia

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Fred's family, in particular, his children. Fred was such a kind soul and always stopped whatever he was doing to help others. He was a good example of how we should all strive to be.

October 12, 2016

Paul Faulstich

Fred was a awesome guy to work with. Fred was always willing to lend a hand and exuded the most positive outlook despite any challenge he faced. Fred had an enormous impact on our organization and will be truly missed.

October 12, 2016

Mike Laverty

Fred was one of the most charismatic and genuinely good people I have ever had the privilege of knowing and working with. He was my friend and I will miss him dearly. God bless you Stacy, Jordan and Morgan. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

October 12, 2016

Maria Contreras

Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

October 12, 2016

Mercie Pepper

I was saddened to here of Fred's passing My thoughts and prayers are with Fred's family . Love to Stacy and the kids.

October 12, 2016

Katie Davis

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Fred's family. Fred was a kind and caring man who so loved his children and was so proud of them. He will be greatly missed at our holiday gatherings.

October 12, 2016

May you find comfort from God

October 12, 2016

Kathy Parsons

May Jordan, Morgan and all of Fred's family know that I pray for God to be with them now and provide comfort at this time. Fred was a wonderful person and great boss. May peace be with you as you go through the days ahead. God bless you!

October 11, 2016

Kathy Granzberg

May God bless and watch over your family and friends in this time of sorrow. We only knew Fred for a few years. He was a fun and loving person with a big heart. Fred will definitely be missed.

Kathy Granzberg and Chuck Weber

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