Fred Allen Rockenhauser

Fred Allen Rockenhauser, 85, passed away on June 27, 2024, in Mesa, Arizona. He was born on July 14, 1938, in Wellsville, Ohio to Frederick E. Rockenhauser and Wilma Hand Rockenhauser.

Fred graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1956 and shortly thereafter served his country in the U.S. Army from 1961 to 1963. After his military service, he embarked on a fulfilling career in the airline industry, starting with Capital Airlines, which later merged with United Airlines. He retired after 41 years of dedicated service.

An avid sports fan and golfer, Fred spent many joyful hours on the greens and cheering for his favorite teams. His love for life didn't just end with his hobbies; he deeply cherished the time spent with his family. Fred devoted his life to his family, country, career, volunteer work and traveling. He especially loved his trips to Germany, Australia, New Zealand, China, Russia, and Ireland and cruising to Alaska and the Caribbean.

Fred gave many hours of volunteer time to the Champlin Fighter Museum, the Mesa Police Department, Banner Baywood Medical Center and the Mesa Arts Center. He became the first retired volunteer Emeritus at the Mesa Arts center.

Fred is survived by his beloved wife, Bessie Virginia Hazlett Rockenhauser; daughter, Carrie Jill Rockenhauser; son, Eric Allen Rockenhauser; daughter in law, Heidi Groh Rockenhauser; granddaughters, Grace S. Rockenhauser, Stella B. Rockenhauser, and Chloe R. Rockenhauser; and great-grandson, Finn A. Rockenhauser. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Brenda Lou Rockenhauser, and son, Frederick E. Rockenhauser.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Fred;s memory to the AZ Care Hospice Foundation, 12035 N. Saguaro Blvd. Ste. 101, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268, or to the American Heart Association.

Please note that no services are planned. Arrangements are under the care of Mountain View Memorial Gardens, Mesa, AZ.