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Fred Liady Obituary
Fred Liady III, 65, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, September 7, 2010.
He was born to Nancy Apperson and Fred Gardner Liady Jr. in Albemarle County, Virginia, on June 23, 1945.
He is survived by his wife, Deborah Ann Maddocks Liady "Dee" of Roanoke, Virginia; daughters, Melinda Schneider and Todd Setchel of Boones Mill, Virginia, and Kimberly Schneider and John Parmigiano of San Destin, Florida; a son, Chris Schneider, of Gainesville, Florida; his sister, Anne Liady Lynch and her husband, Bob, of Phoenix, Arizona; three nieces and one great-niece.
Fred was a graduate of Albemarle High School in Charlottesville, Virginia, and Roanoke College. He was co-owner of Roanoke Moulding Design for many years. Fred was known throughout the Roanoke Valley by his many friends.
Due to the illnesses and complications that Fred suffered, he chose to have his body donated to MedCure in Orlando, Florida. MedCure conducts medical research and education to find cures for debilitating diseases affecting future generations.
Funeral arrangements are pending and services will be held at a later date.
Friends and family are invited to a reception in memory of Fred from 6 until 9 p.m. Saturday, September 11, 2010, at the family home.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity in memory of Fred.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Gary Sanders
September 4, 2021
Always good to meet up with you Fred ,you were an inspiration to me on my trips to the USA.a wonderful person who I will never forget .RIP....Gary.
Richard Sinclair
September 4, 2020
Hard to believe that it has been 10 years. Almost every time I fire up my Morgan, I think of Fred and the fact that he had one. Rest in peace, my good friend and fellow AHS classmate.
January 7, 2011
The members and supporters of the Albemarle High School Alumni Association were very sorry to hear about Fred Liady's passing. It is always sad to lose a member of the Albemarle family, and we offer our condolences to his family and friends.
Michael Overacker
October 22, 2010
I just now heard of Fred's passing. I met Fred at Riverjack Crafts many years ago, and have talked and visited with him as he worked through the years. Fred and Dorsey supported me in my efforts to set up the Disc Golf Course in Fishburn Park in 1991. Fred was a true friend, and an outstanding person. I will treasure laughing with him through the years. I will miss you Fred. Thanks for being my friend.
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Carol Williams
September 17, 2010
Love and prayers from your friends at Oakland School.
September 14, 2010
Dee,
I may have met you at John Wynne's house. Just learned about Fred's passing. He was a wonderful guy and a high school chum of mine. I also learned that he owned a Morgan-I do too. My best to you and your family-you have truly lost a unique soul-we all have.
Richard Sinclair
Charleston, WV
Petie Brigham
September 14, 2010
Dear Dee,
Lynn and I just learned tonight of Fred's passing, from a former Old Southwest neighbor. It has been many many years since we moved away or saw you all. We had heard from someone some time ago that Fred was ill, but had no idea how serious it must have been.
We are so very sorry for you and your family. We shared some good times long ago. Fred was a really unique character and will be missed.
Rest in peace, Fred.
Lynn Atkins
September 14, 2010
Dee, you just don't know how many times I have thought about you guys over the years. Even though we lost touch Fred was and always will be a very important part of my life. My heart is with you.
Arnette Crocker Tressel
September 14, 2010
Dearest Dee,
Words are insufficient to describe the positive influence Fred had on his friends. He made everyone feel good about themselves. He saw the world through the eyes of an accepting child, but with the wisdom of a sage. Fred was not ours to keep; the best of humanity never are. We will remember and love him as he loved all of his friends; unconditionally. You were so good for him and devoted to him. All our love to you and your children.
Ken Bowen
September 13, 2010
Dee & Family,
I have so many fond memories of Fred it's hard to express the loss which I feel. But we will still have the great memories and events that will be with us forever. Like the trip to the show in Pa. when you & Fred and Vickie & I stayed at the General Evans B & B.
That was a great time.
Vickie & I wish you the best and don't be a stranger.
Be sure to let us know about the memorial service.
Love,
Ken
Gary Sanders
September 13, 2010
To Dee&Family
Today i heard of Freds passing.I am devastated as you all must be at such a sad loss.I will miss him greatly.Fred was an insparation to me every time we met,allways full of knowledge and enthusiasm.I will treasure those memories for the rest of my life. Our thoughts are with you all at this time.
James Baker
September 12, 2010
Dee,
You probably don't remember me as we only met at Sam's Club one night years ago, prior to your marriage to Fred. His parents were there also.
I went to Roanoke Technical Institute with Fred and we ran around together many years ago. I was talking with Ted Smith a few months ago and he told me Fred had some health problems. I did not expect to see this in the paper but we never know about what the future holds.
Fred was a very kind and sincere individual. I know you and the family will miss him as well as the community.
I had planed to come to the house Saturday night but my mother passed away Friday night and I was unable to make it. Please let me know if you have a memorial service later.
My heart goes out to you.
J.W. Baker
Bill Evans
September 11, 2010
Dee,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Fred's passing. I did not know that he had been ill. As you know, I had a great deal of love and respect for Fred. He was always so upbeat with a great sense of humor and I always felt better after visiting and talking with Fred. I will deeply miss Fred as will all of his many friends. I hope you are doing OK and my heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and the family. Take care.
Bill Evans
September 11, 2010
I first met Fred at Mike Ives's house on Christmas Eve 1970. I had come with Herb Eversole and Mary Divers to Mike and Mona's party.
I remember Fred diving into this big bowl of some kind of salad and just about eating the whole bowl.
And then he had the wood shop at Riverjack Crafts at the same time Dorsey had Dorsey's Gallery there.
I didn't see Fred that much in the last number of years, but it was always a joy to see him whenever I did.
He always had a big smile for old friends and new friends alike.
His smiling face has always been a pleasant memory of mine for years and will be there for many years to come.
Rusty Kelly
Tom Slocum
September 11, 2010
Dee & Family,
I am at such a loss to hear of Freds passing..As the Lord has gained a beautful angel. We have lost a very wise & honorable man..If ever there were some one who could sit down with world leaders & bring much peace it would of been Fred...I will very sadly miss him......
Lawrence Behling
September 11, 2010
Dee and family, We are very sorry to hear about Fred. He was a very good person and friend. Our deepest condolences. All of you are in our prayers.
Lawrence and Joyce Behling
Tom &m Sandy Woodling
September 11, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mark and Barbara Threatt
September 11, 2010
Dee and Family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember your lovely wedding at Alexander's. May God give you comfort in your loss.
Randy meador
September 10, 2010
Dee So sorry to her about fred's passing, Please tell everybody i am thinking about them call me for anything 309-8007
Erin Harden
September 10, 2010
Fred was a wonderful Godfather. I have so many memories with him and so grateful I had 26 years with him. I love him very much and will miss him deeply.
Henry Bryant
September 10, 2010
Sorry to hear of Fred's passing He was a good friend and fine man. He will be missed by all that knew him.
John Ferguson
September 10, 2010
You were my friend, mentor and role model for much of my life. I will missyou. Thanks. -John
Sherrye Lantz
September 10, 2010
Deepest of sympathies to the family from one of the many artists whom Fred helped and made laugh.
Ron and Blanca Sauls
September 10, 2010
We were sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Tom Gaylord
September 10, 2010
Dear Dee and family,
We will remember Fred as the man who always had a smile on his face. Regardless of how we felt, Fred always picked up our spirits. He was the bright light in any room he entered.
And he never completely grew up. His inner child was always peeking out through his bright eyes, looking for more mischief to get into.
We will never forget Fred and the love he radiated. He was a lesson in the good life, embodied in one man.
Tom and Edith Gaylord
Ted Smith
September 10, 2010
Fred and I go back to the mid 60's. Sure had some great times over the years. He was a very good and close friend and I will miss him terribly.
Carolyn Clark Durham
September 10, 2010
To the Liady Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Fred and I graduated from Albemarle High School in 1963, and I remember him as a great guy. I hope your memories will help to ease your pain in the days and months ahead.
Lee Woody
September 10, 2010
Dear Dee, Kim, and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. We have such fond memories of spending many a New's Years Day with you. Please know the Woody Family is holding you very tightly in our hearts right now. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Lee and Sam Woody
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