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FREDERICK DOUGLAS Obituary
REV. FREDERICK DOUGLAS, JR., Ph.D., 71, Church Pastor, passed away on April 1, 2013 at his residence in West Chester, PA. He was the son of Frederick Douglas Sr., and Arlena Douglas.
Fred was born and raised in Chester PA and attended Chester Public Schools, graduat-ing from Chester High School in the Class of 1959. He furthered his education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Allied Medical Professions, West Chester University, Masters of Education, and his Ph.D. from Ohio State University. He later answered the call to the Ministry and entered Drew University School of Theology where he received his Master of Divinity Degree. He also received an honorary doctorate from Albright College.
He practiced physical therapy at Magee Memorial Rehabili-tation Hospital, Philadelphia General Hospital, Womack Army Hospital, Delaware Curative Workshop, Crozer Chester Hospital, and Septa Medical Department. He also maintained a private physical therapy office in Chester.
He was an Elder in the Eastern PA Conference of the United Methodist Church pastoring six local congregations as well as chaplain at the Methodist Home for Children in Philadelphia.
He was a Member of Mu Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
urvived by his wife, Valerie Smith Douglas; son, Steven Douglas, and daughter, Tezrin Douglas; his parents, Frederick and Arlena Douglas, Sr.; 3 brothers, Aaron, (Peggy) Brian, (Shirley) and Eric; sisters, Arlena Alston, Carrie Washington (Allen), a host of other relatives, friends and his conference family.
Funeral Service 10 A.M., Saturday, April 6, 2013, at West Chester United Methodist Church, 129 S. High St., West Chester PA. Viewing 6 to 8 P.M., Friday, April 5, 2013, at the Church and Saturday 8 to 10 A.M. at the Church. Services by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity will be 7 P.M. Friday at the Church. Int. Valley Forge Memorial Gardens, King of Prussia PA.
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Bernadette Givens Matthews
April 5, 2014
To Valerie and the Douglas Fxmily,
I pray the Holy Spirit will bring you peace and comfort as you memorialize the passing of your husband, Rev. Fred Douglas. Absent from the body is present with The Lord. Stay encouraged.
Bernadette Givens Matthews
Justice James Perry
April 6, 2013
I am sad to hear of the passing of Rev. Douglas who was known as"Ordinary Joe" at his alma mater, St. Augustine's University, He was never just an ordinary Joe but indeed an extraordinary Joe. Rip
April 5, 2013
Our hearts and prayers go out to you Mrs. Douglas and your family. May our precious Lord and savior comfort you during this trying time. Also, may Rev. Douglas rest in peace and your memories of him be ones of joy and happiness.
Bill and Betty Rivers, Phila., PA
Phyllis Daniels
April 5, 2013
Dear Mrs. Douglas and family,
Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I thank God for allowing this gentle giant to cross my path during my lifetime. His sincere concern and pastorship to me and my family,while at Camphor, (espcially to Keira) will always be treasured.
Sincerly,
Phyllis Daniels
Diane Harris
April 5, 2013
To the Douglas family - my prayers are with you.
Erma Walker-Douglas
April 4, 2013
Valerie and family,
I considered Fred as my brother and I am going to miss him so much. In this time of sorrow and painful moment in life, our faith should be strong. May God bless you with strength and hope that you need now.
Erma Walker-Douglas
April 4, 2013
Valerie and family,
I considered Fred as a brother and I will miss him so much. In this time of sorrow and painful moment in life, our faith should always be strong. May God bless you with strength and hope that you really need now.
Elaine Brown
April 4, 2013
Although Rev. Douglas was with us at Camphor for just a short time, he made such a loving and lasting impression on my family that I will never forget. God bless.
April 4, 2013
Steven,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Harvey, Mary, and Haley Heartley
April 4, 2013
Steven we are sadden to hear of the death of your father. We know he was a very special man because he was your father. May God continue bless you and your family with the memories that your dad left you all.
Harvey, Mary and Haley Heartley
Alice Scott
April 4, 2013
To the Douglas Family, my heartfelt sympathy and God blessings to console your family in this time of grief.
Jim and Dianne Maylen
April 4, 2013
Valerie and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing Fred with our Otterbein Family. He was truly a remarkable man whom so many looked up to. We will miss him so much.
Barbara Payne
April 4, 2013
May you rest in peace Fred, and look down from the heavens with a smile. May the ones left behind remember you with love and gratitude and smile to the heavens.
April 4, 2013
To Stephen and Family,
Herb, Amil, Andre, Andrew and I send our sympathy to you and all of the Douglas Family. Fred will be missed, especially his smile and dedication to his family and to God's family. We are praying for his family and friends. Give our best to his Sisters, they were so helpful when Uncle Jerry passed, I sat at the dinner table with them. To God be the Glory! Thank him for Fred's three score and ten years plus one.
Grace to You, Sherry Sherrod DuPree
Debbie Jones
April 4, 2013
It was a joy to know Rev. Douglas. He always had a smile on his face and a word of encouragement to give you. He will be missed. To Mrs. Douglas and your family, I extend my sympathy.
Daniel Payne
April 4, 2013
My condolences Val. You and your daughter will be in my prayers.
Irvin Howard
April 4, 2013
My prayer are with the families. I had just talk to him about 2 weeks ago,about my Mom being in the hospital. He will be miss.
Deborah Robinson
April 4, 2013
To my Family,Uncle Freddie will truly be missed.Love,Deborah
Matthew Sherrod, Jr.
April 3, 2013
Steven,
I was very sorry to hear about the death of your father. You have my deepest sympathy. A bright star has gone from our lives and he will be missed. Our prayers are with you.
Yours truly,
Matthew, Thelma, and Tonya Sherrod
Friendship is essential to the soul
David & Judy Benson
April 3, 2013
Condolences to the Douglas family from Mu Omega chapter and the Benson family. Fred was a very close friend and a quintessential Omega man. His spirituality and hearty laughter made him a joy to be around. We will miss you buddy but God had other plans for you. FIETTS
Alice (Reenie) Kennard-Miller
April 3, 2013
Val, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. May his precious memories, last with you a lifetime. Be encouraged and keep the faith.
Lynnette & Paul from Otterbein
April 3, 2013
Remembering you in our prayers.
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