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Fred Huff Obituary
Jackson - Fred Norman Huff passed away on March 19, 2020 after struggling with heart and kidney disease.
He was born on February 2, 1947 at AAF Station Hospital Bolling Field, Washington, D.C., the son of Elton Ray Huff and Necy Boone Huff of Pelahatchie, MS. His father, who was in the Air Force, moved him and his family to Hawaii, Meridian, MS, and Gulfport, MS, before finally settling in Pelahatchie, MS. Fred graduated from Pelahatchie High School, and then began his college education at Mississippi State before enlisting in the MS Air National Guard. A proud patriot, Fred served in the Air National Guard until his retirement in 1990. Fred's early career began at the Mississippi Agriculture Commission working with Jim Buck Ross. From there, he transitioned into the Insurance Industry, where his exceptional work ethic enabled him to mentor many agents. He was the tide of calm in many storms; and the man many of us would love our sons to be: humble, genuine and steadfast. Fred enjoyed his time in the yard and working in his vegetable gardens. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Fred is survived by his wife, Kathy Squires Huff; his son Fred "Squires" Huff Jr. (Janice) of Madison; his daughter Jenna Huff Diket (Cameron) of Jackson; brother Don Huff(Peggy) of Pelahatchie, and 5 grandchildren, (Ellen Huff, Hunter Huff, Maddie Diket, Cam Diket, and Caleb Diket. He is preceded in death by his sisters Donna Kay Stafford (David) of Ponchatoula, LA, and his sister Lisa Cliburn (John) of Prentiss.
There will be a celebration of Fred's life at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, the family lovingly asks that memorials be sent to the Warrior Bonfire Program or the Wounded Warrior Project.
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Armindo Castelhano
April 21, 2021
I just saw this while searching for Fred and needed to share that we were stationed together at Chanute AFB in Illinois in 1968. We were both ANG members, me from Az and Fred from Ms. We were good friends also with another friend from Chicago. I would love to have a family member contact me and I will share a couple of pictures from then. He was just a great guy and seeing what has been said continued to just get better. RIP Airman!
Anthony Hall
April 1, 2020
Fred Huff was one of the greatest men Ive ever known. Im a better man for just being around him and still not half as good as he was. Im certainly going to miss him.
Brian Cooper
March 23, 2020
Fred was the best!! He mentored me as a new sales manager for New England Financial over 20 years ago. I have tried to be as humble, kind and genuine as he was since i met him. if you looked up integrity in the dictionary i am pretty positive his picture would be there. Our industry is most certainly better off because of this leader and what he did and what he stood for. Thank you Fred for teaching me to always be the best me i could be.
Megan Mayhan
March 22, 2020
I worked with Fred at Allen Financial/The Guardian. Fred was one of the good guys. His presence was a blessing.
David Cox
March 21, 2020
He was great to work for.
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Belinda McKee Matlock
March 21, 2020
I am so sorry to learn of Fred's passing! He was a good man, a great brother and leader to his family. He was a good friend. My love and prayers for this family!
Jona Keeton
March 21, 2020
What a precious man. Loved working with him at NYL when we were both new agents. Such a sweetheart. Rest in peace dear Fred.
Zola Haralson
March 21, 2020
I was very lucky to have worked with Fred at the Department of Agriculture. Memories of Fred and our days working for Jim Buck Ross puts a smile on my face. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
Flora Hancock
March 20, 2020
I worked with Fred many years & he was a wonderful person & friend. He always complimented the ladies for their hard work & dedication in the office. Such a good person & will be missed. Prayers for the family!
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