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Fred Cloonan Obituary
Fred M. CLOONAN Sr. May 1, 1924 ~ February 3, 2011 LCDR Fred M Cloonan Sr. USN Ret. of Seattle WA, a beloved Husband and Father passed away on Thursday February 3rd 2011. He was born May 1st 1924 in Marlinton WV the son of Jason and Heather Cloonan. Fred was a graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy, Class of 1945 and served in the Merchant Marines during World War II. In 1951 he went on Active Duty in the United States Navy and served until his retirement on July 1st 1967. Fred worked in several Maritime Industries until incorporating his own business; Custom Marine Industries of Seattle WA. Fred enjoyed his second retirement in May 1989. Fred was an avid fan of the Seattle Seahawks, Mariners and Storm. He is survived by his loving wife Jan I. Cloonan of Seattle WA; his children; Fred M Cloonan Jr. of Pulaski VA, Patricia C. Prentiss of Williamsburg VA, William M. Cloonan of Waynesboro VA and Christopher A. Cloonan of Staunton VA, along with numerous Grandchildren, Great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Goss Lake, June 2006
Amy, Ken, Alex, and KJ Collins
February 15, 2011
Dear Jan, We were so sorry to read about your loss of Fred. We think of you often! Please stop by the cabin anytime!
Lynette Handran-Ankeny
February 15, 2011
Aunt Jan, I am sorry for your loss and I want you to know that you shouldn't hesitate to take me up on my offer we discussed. You may call me anytime, I am not that far away.
February 14, 2011
Jan, If only my Tiger sweater, would do it again. I'm sorry for your loss. You are one of the strongest women, I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Fred knew it , and did'nt let go. God Bless. Jean Chase
Lynn Gering
February 13, 2011
Dear Jan--David and I were saddened to hear you had lost Fred.He was such a bright and gracious man; I know you will dearly miss him.Please know our hearts and sympathies are with you.
A Picture from quite a few years ago with Mom, Dad and the Kids and one Grandchild
February 13, 2011
Sue Nutter
February 13, 2011
Jan I am sorry for your loss my thoughts are with you. He was a Great man. I am glad to have known him.
February 13, 2011
Linda Boggs
February 13, 2011
Chris,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
My Dad and Me
Chris Cloonan
February 13, 2011
Chris Cloonan
February 13, 2011
Dad though our relationship in life did not start until later, I have cherished every moment I was able to spend with you. I am so thankful that I was able to get to know my father. I will miss you more than I will ever know. Rest in peace Dad.
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