Frederick P. Billings

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Frederick Billings Obituary

FREDERICK P. BILLINGS, Jr. passed away March 9, 2008. Fred was born July 26, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Rev. and Mrs. Frederick Billings who both preceded him in death. Fred was a graduate of Sunset High School (Dallas) and Texas A&M University (`61). Fred became a coach at Quitman High, Elysian Fields High and The Kinkaid School. Fred also pioneered golf camps at Fairway Farm Golf & Hunt Club in San Augustine, Texas and Circle D Lodge in Bastrop, Texas. He loved coaching others in sport and through life. Fred was a strong Christian and devoted father. Lastly, Fred was a farmer, a catalyst in the emerging organic food industry, and a cultivator of faith and spiritual growth among those who knew him. He is survived by his wife Carol of 47 years; son Frederick P. Billings, III, and wife Barbie; and son Scott Billings and wife Patricia. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren who will miss "Pops" cheering them on at their sporting events. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Camp Peniel, 6716 East FM 1431, Marble Falls, TX 78654. A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 1:00pm at Faith Community Church located at 16155 Aspenglenn, Houston.

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Published by Globe Gazette on Mar. 13, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Frederick Billings

13 Entries

Viki Morphis-White

April 6, 2008

Fred Billings...I think of a smiling face, a hearty laugh, encouraging words--a coach who shared his enthusiasm for sports with all students with whom he came in contact. Bless all of you at this time.From a '67 graduate of EF

Becky Williams

March 19, 2008

Fred and Barbie,
I am sorry to hear about your dad.
It seems like yesterday we all were driving up to the orchard to kick back with "Pops" and Carol. They always made everyone feel welcome no matter how many showed up at the door.
My prayers and thoughts are with your family.

Don Barber

March 18, 2008

Carol and Family: Fred ran the race with courage and deterination and now he has finished the course in victory.So sorry that we were not at the service but know that we are praying for you all. Thank you for remembering Camp Peniel with your memorials. May God's blessings and grace abound for each of you. We rejoice in knowing that Fred is whole again and better than ever having found that Blessed Hope that we will look forward to ourselves. We love you.
Don Barber and all the Camp Staff

Keith Gannon

March 17, 2008

My families thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I will always remember Fred and my father's friendship as special one. Fred always had a smile and positive approach that was uplifting.

JOYCE ROE

March 15, 2008

I am very saddened to hear of the passing of Coach Billings. I remember him well from his teaching days at Elysian Fields and I thought the world of him. He was a very easy individual to talk with and a wonderful mentor. Prayers to Carol and the entire family.

Sue Patrick

March 14, 2008

Carol,
I'm so saddened to hear of Fred's death. I did see him within the last month and wanted to call you but couldn't locate your number. Do know I'm praying for all of you and thinking of you.

Sam King

March 14, 2008

Although I have not seen Fred in a number of years, I was saddened to learn of his passing. He was one of my mentors in my early business life and provided me sanity by instilling his faith, trust and hope in me with his very positive attitude. He always seemed older and wiser than I. May God's peace be with his family.

lew harpold

March 13, 2008

to carol and family*****condolences from the harpolds. may god's grace be with you during this time.

Glenda Hansen

March 13, 2008

Carol and family....We can rejoice at Fred's "Homecoming"....May you rest in peace during your loss and rejoice in his gain. We all look forward to joining him again some day.....May the Holy Spirit comfort you Carol in your time of need.....Love always,
Glenda Taylor Hansen

Calanne Koenig Choate

March 13, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Billings family. I remember Fred from my years at Kinkaid. He was certainly loved and respected by all who knew him. He will be missed.

Calanne Koenig Choate

Charles & Betty Shiver

March 13, 2008

Carol
In Christian love in memory of your Fred.

Rebecca Garcia

March 13, 2008

Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to everyone in the Billings family at the loss of Mr. Billings. May you find comfort in the wonderful memories of him. We never had the honor of meeting him but know that he must have been was a wondeful man to have had such a wonderful and gracious family. Our thoughts will be with you through this difficult time. We will always remember how Scott and Trish were a great source of comfort to us during our loss. Please know that we are here for whatever you may need. Rebecca Garcia and Dannye Jones

Thomas Hill

March 13, 2008

"Coach Billings" and I crossed paths when I was in high school in Elysian Fields. He was a big and positive influence on a lot of our lives. He was the person to go with me and others to tell my mother that I had wrecked our family car! Know that your grief is felt by many and that his memory will be held very close.

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