Frederick Douglas Harrod Jr.

We wish condolences to the entire family especially Aunt Bev, Shaun and Sia. May you find comfort in the love and support of those around you.

To Sia, Freddie, Shaun, and Lydia, to Monica, to Sylvia, to Marcus and to all Fred´s family, I extend my most heartfelt sympathy and love.

God loves a good story. How else to explain the Bible which is full of good stories. God also loves storytellers; there is a special place in heaven for them. There they can relive the special moments in their lives: the marriages, the births, the holidays, the special family celebrations and times with friends. There you will find Fred for he loved to tell and to hear a good story. It was my privilege to have been his friend for many years and to share in the stories, the kind and gentle thoughts, and always, the laughter. Together we would recall history, books, poetry, movies, entertainment, and culture that were part of our shared experience over our lifetimes. And always, his favorite subject was his family. When I finally met so many of you at Fred´s birthday party, I felt I already knew you, just needed to see your faces. And not to worry - if anyone in Fred´s family ever did anything wrong, I never heard about it. What I heard was achievement, success, pride, joy and love from deep in the soul of a caring father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. I miss you, my friend, and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of God´s hand.