Fred Benjamin West

1935 - 2025

With hearts anchored in faith, we announce the passing of Fred Benjamin West, who was peacefully called home Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, at the age of 90.
Fred was born on April 18, 1935, and lived a life marked by love, service and unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. Fred cherished his family and dedicated many years compassionately serving families during their most difficult moments, offering comfort, dignity and care as a funeral assistant for Townson-Rose Funeral Home.
A believer in God's promises, Fred walked faithfully with the Lord and was a dedicated choir director, deacon and member of Valley River Baptist Church, Valleytown Baptist Church and Andrews First Baptist Church.
Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Glade and Minnie Shuler West; wife, Florence Pendergrass West; one son, Tommy Dean West; daughter, Elizabeth Dianne West; and one sister, Winnie Lee Dozier.
He is survived by his loving daughter, Katherine West Fetrow; four grandchildren, Courtney Diane Lee, Jonathan Mark Ferguson, Haven Stiles and Matthew Goode; 12 great-grandchildren; and caregiver, Leslie Reece.
Though we mourn we do not grieve without hope, for scripture reminds us that ""to be present with the Lord,"" (2 Corinthian 5:8).
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21, at Andrews First Baptist Church. The Rev. Calvin Bobo officiated. Music was provided by Dane and Faye Parker. Burial was in Valleytown Cemetery. Pallbearers were Haven Stiles, Dylan Aldridge, Marquis Johnson, Dane Parker, Jim Fetrow and Bradley Dobbs. Honorary pallbearers were Snipe Winfrey, Wayne Dobbs, Jonathan Ferguson and Matthew Goode.
The family received friends from 1-2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21, at Andrews First Baptist Church.
You may send tributes to the West family at townson-rose.com.
Townson-Rose Funeral Home was in charge of all arrangements.