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Freddie Cantrell Obituary

Freddie Randall Cantrell Our Dad was born in Jacksonville, FL on September 29, 1939. He passed away on September 28, 2010 in Tucson, AZ. Preceded in death by parents, Fred and Lara Bell Cantrell. Survived by wife, Kristy Cantrell and daughters, Dana Collette Cantrell, Tiffany Richards (Jeffrey) and children, London and Bianca and Yvette Sanchez (Jim) and children, Monet and Elle. A special thanks to our Mom, Cherry (Beck) Yunk for her graciousness throughout our Dad's life. Randy began his career in production/management for NBC and ABC affiliates, Phoenix, leading to the position President and General Manager of the FOX affiliate, Tucson. Through the ministry of stewardship he led several churches through capital campaigns. Following this, Randy joined K-LOVE and Air 1 in operations and donor development. Randy had many friends and lived a full life, giving much of his time in the last years of his life to raising the financial support needed to further God's kingdom. He will be missed by many. Arrangements by DESERT SUNSET FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Oct. 5, 2010.

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David & Laura Fursman

October 15, 2010

Collette,
Know that at this difficult time our thoughts are with you, as always, with love.

Jay Taylor

October 13, 2010

I worked for Randy as his ad agency when her ran KMSB. He was always a delight to be with and a very fine friend. My prayers are with you all.

Tommy Robitzsch

October 12, 2010

Collette, I was sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Know you are loved, prayed for & supported by all who know & value you. May Gods peace be yours.

Rudy & Terry Kroll

October 6, 2010

Sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. Our hearts go out to you. Praying Peace & comfort to you and your family, Tiffany.

Art Brooks

October 6, 2010

Randy was Chairman of the Arizona Broadcasters Associaiton board of directors in 1992, my third year with the ABA. I thank him for sharing his love and passion for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ with me. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with your family.

Art Brooks, President & CEO, Arizona Broadcasters Association

October 5, 2010

Sorry for the loss of your father. I pray for comfort at this time for your families.
Love Sid and Ann Pokrant Tucson,Arizona

Bianca Richards

October 5, 2010

September 15th,when I got home from school, my mom told me that my grandpa Randy was very sick and that he was in the hospital.Of course I thought it was only a temporary stay but it wasn't.I didn't understand what was hapening.My best friend called me the other night crying on the phone saying"my cousin just died!"I felt so bad for that friend of mine I almost started crying myself. I prayed with her and tried to comfort her.On september 28th I got home frome school,my mom and dad were standing in the hall way telling me what had happend to grandpa Randy. We all went to the hospital...When I saw him laying there I didn't know what to say.My mom,aunt Collette, my dad, my brother and grandma Kristy were all looking at the empty shell. I loved him so much,and now he's gone!But he's in a better place now. I love you Grandpa.

Kate Fuller

October 5, 2010

I send my condolences to you all. Tiffany and Yvette, I will keep you and your families in my prayers. I love you!

Grace Robinson

October 5, 2010

Blessings & comfort to you and your family, Tiffany.

Charlotte Gulley

October 5, 2010

I send my condolences. Tiffary, you look like your Dad. Love, Charlotte Gulley

Patricia Pearson

October 5, 2010

Remebering Randy and his strong Christian leadership at KMSB-TV. My thoughts and prayers are with his beautiful girls during this difficult time. Randy was a good man who will be missed. God bless you all.

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