Frederick James Flagler Jr.

Alice and I remember Fred frequently and have shared some of these memories with friends. Of course, we still miss him and honor his many contributions to the community and to family and friends. A life well lived by a man of many talents.

I met Fred in the early 80's when I was a struggling wildlife artist.Because of Fred I was given three career making articles in the Journal over the years.Because of Fred I was able to touch many lives in a wonderful way. Thank you Fred,you will be remembered forever.Grover

I met Fred Flagler after I graduated from college and was looking for some journalism career advice. He gave me a book called "Murder, Mayhem and the English Language." I tried not to take it personally. I went on to a career in journalism after all, and got to know him during my experience as executive director of the NC Press Association. I am now a freelance writer and I edit a local sports magazine. I always liked Fred and admired him, and I laugh whenever I think about that book, which...

We will never forget you Mr. Flagler

I count Fred Flagler as one of my mentors. Fred put me to work as a copy boy when I most needed a job. Working under Fred's tutelage with Jo Dawson, I managed to learn some editing skills that I still use today as adviser to the Rockingham Community College campus paper and as editor of the NC Sociological Association Bulletin. I observed first-hand Fred's unfailing loyalty to his friends (among them my in-laws) and have enjoyed sharing his interest in a variety of musical forms. Fred has...

In 1982, Fred Flagler gave me my first job in my journalism career, which has now spanned 27 years. If he had not given me that opportunity, I have no idea where I would be today. He taught me journalism know-how and an ethnical standard that is still a part of my backbone today. The earth is less today because of his passing, but his legacy with family, friends and journalists is deep and wide.

Note: the end of Fred Flagler's obituary was omitted in the on-line version.

Here are important details for those wishing to attend the service or send expressions of sympathy:

In lieu of flowers, the family requests gifts to the Palliative Care Center at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.

Expressions of condolence to the family can be sent c/o Eleanor Flagler Hardy, 1929 Lowell Ave., Louisville, KY 40205.

A memorial service will be...

I had the honor of meeting Fred at the WSJ. He always made the day better with his funny words of wisdom. Fred was one of the last of the greats. He will be missed.

Mr.Flagler was my favorite resident at Salemtowne I will miss his smile and jokes.

Carla Young 3rd shift cna