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1927
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2016
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Fred Gerbode Obituary
1927-2016
Fred Oliver Gerbode, 88, entered into eternal rest November 8, 2016. Family and friends will gather from 2:00-5:00 PM. Sunday, November 13, at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, 12800 Westheimer Rd. Funeral services are at 2:00 P.M. Monday, November 14, in the Chapel. In keeping with Fred's request to be buried in his signature red jumpsuit, attendees are asked to wear red. See forestparkwestheimer.com for more details.
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Charlie Holmes
November 20, 2016
Had the pleasure of meeting Fred at several shell functions. He had left deer park before I came there but his reputation proceeded him as a great person, a great boss and someone who wasn't afraid to laugh and put folks around him at ease. My ex supervisor said Fred was by far the best manager you could ask for and a great friend to have.
My prayers are with the family.
Charlie Holmes
Shirley Payne Hanlen Hair Designs
November 15, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. May he rest in peace.
Jeff Smith
November 14, 2016
RIP my friend. You were a very positive influence in my life. I thank you.
Jeff Smith
Frank Stowell
November 14, 2016
Our family could not have been more blessed in the good neighbor department. We will miss this great patriot and pillar of the community.
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Bill Little
November 14, 2016
Farrell: So sorry to hear a bout your dad. Golder always spoke of him in the highest regards. My condolences to the whole family.
Bill Little
November 14, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family during this time of grief. Psalms 65 : 2.
Kevin Smith
November 13, 2016
Mr. Gerbode was a great scoutmaster and a great man. I have not lived in Houston for many years but I never forgot him and his example of service to all of us in Troop 740. May God bless him and his family.
November 12, 2016
We were blessed to be you neighbor for 37 years. Our sons Jim & Bill were in your scout troop. We moved in 2003 to Montgomery, We always have happy memories of Your Neighbor Night out gatherings.
Love Carol & Mike McNeill
Annie C
November 12, 2016
He will be missed by many. God keep those who pass on in his memory because they are pressure to him. Psalms 116:15.
My favorite Scoutmaster "Mr. G"
Paul Willi
November 11, 2016
Eagle Scout Court of Honor, June 13, 1973
Paul Willi
November 11, 2016
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Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home and Cemetery12800 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77077
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Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home and Cemetery12800 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77077
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