Fred Doster Obituary
June 7, 1937 - April 28, 2024
Resident of Concord, CA
Fred Doster passed away on Sunday April 28, 2024 with his loving family by his side. Fred was a Real Estate Broker who formed his own business, Contra Costa Properties, in 1965. He remained involved with the business until his passing. Fred served in the United States Marine Corp, and served his local community in the role of Planning Commissioner for the City of Concord. He was instrumental in the creation of the Concord Jazz Festival, which evolved into what we now know as the Concord Pavilion.
Prior to his successful Real Estate business, Fred constructed boats, one of which was a wooden ski boat he built in 1958 and which is still owned by his family. In line with his passion for dirt bike racing, he also started Motorsport, a chain of motorcycle parts and accessory stores.
Throughout his life Fred enjoyed water skiing, snow skiing, dirt bike racing, and recreational sailing and racing. He also enjoyed traveling in general. Fred and Carol spent many years together traveling by air, land and sea.
Fred was very knowledgeable in many aspects of life. We will miss reaching out for his advice, guidance and instructions on how to solve a question or complete a project.
Fred is survived by his loving wife Carol; his devoted children: Bradley Doster, Greg Doster, Julie Opp (Doug), Karen Harless (Roger, predeceased); grandchildren Bethany Doster, Allison Doster; Rebecca Stuart-Doster, Hailey Doster; Jeremy Opp, Joshua Opp (Jen), Danae Boyle (Matt); Jessica Brook, Martin Harless, Kelsie Navarro (Felix); and great grandchildren, Caden, Calvin and Zoe Opp; Oliver, Amelia and Finn Boyle; and Sophia and Claire Brook. He is also survived by his step-children: Donald Babcock, Michelle Wheeler and Susan Bennett, and their children and grandchildren.
There will be no immediate service; however, there will be a Celebration of Life on June 7, 2024 at the Crystyl Ranch Clubhouse from 1pm to 4pm. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Fred, please visit our Tree Store.
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