Fred J. Marsh

I remember fed since the 60s I bought my first 750 motorcycle he show me how to ride it this man was a rider now he’s in heaven still riding peace brother ty

To the family of Freddie, I extend my sympathy. I never met him but have frequently visited the Indian Museum in Springfield where there is always information about him, and yesterday while I stopped there is when I learned of his death. My father used to ride Indians back in the 30's and 40's and he had two brothers who were dealers in South Burlington, Vt. I have always been interested in people who were associated with the Indians. I hope to some day be able to own and ride one similiar to...

I earliest recollections are of when Marsh Motorcycle was located in a small shop near the river, and my Dad would bring me there to have my bike fixed. Fred always had time to talk to me. Later on, as a teenager, I used to marvel at the 750SS's and Le Man's in his shop. One of my last recollections is of when, circa 1990, Fred became intrigued by my SR500 and asked if he could ride it. I said sure, and was duly impressed when he kick-started it and rode it around the parking lot of his shop....

I first met Fred in the early seventies. I was restoring a 1928 Indian 101 Scout and needed a Splitdorf generator. Even back then these were in short supply. Fred had one but didn't really want to sell it. When he learned that this generator of his would put an Indian motorcycle back on the road, he did sell it to me, and at a fair price too. I knew then that I had just met a very special person, a person dedicated to motorcycling and especially the Indian motorcycle. Fred's and my path...

I've known Freddie for forty years and will miss him alot. My son and I have bought 4 Moto Guzzi's from him. He always had time to sit and talk with you about any subject. I always called him old man so he knew it was me he was talking too. I know that he left the business in good hands and he will be looking down to see that we all can get a Moto Guzzi to ride if we want too. Fred will be missed but not forgotten by us.

To Fred and the members of his family I send my sympathies to all. I knew Fred for many, many years. In my younger days I met Fred at the hill climbs and scramble tracks along with enduros. He was always a gentleman a strong competitor and a good sportsman willing to help others. When i was athe Chief of Police in the Town of East Windsor Fred was always eager to assit law enforcement and contributed to the community in many ways. Thanks for the opportunity to concider him as one of my...

My wife and I met Fred at Indian Days about 3 years ago. We were so impressed with him and his dealership that we ended up buying a Moto Guzzi from him and his nephew Allan last year. We always enjoyed stopping in and talking with him when we were in the area.

i had the privilige to meet mr. marsh when i went to his place with my husband. i also sat at the same table at the dinner on indian day. he will be missed by many.
my sympathy to those he left beind.
milli

Every thing i know came from you fred.You are still an insporation!I Hope when you got on that great indian motorcycle [with side car ] and dukie in it. is a great adventure! Pave the way for me my friend!Love you always and forever! Richard Bendel& family!