Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Lt. Usaf Obituary
Bossier City, LA - Graveside services to celebrate the life of Ollie Frederic "Fred" Mims, 88, will be at 3 PM, Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at Hill Crest Memorial Park, officiated by Danny Bob Turner. Visitation will be held at Hill Crest Memorial Funeral Home beginning at 1 PM prior to the graveside service.
Fred was born December 20, 1930 in Birmingham, AL and went to be with his Lord and loving wife of 66 years, Betty Jo Mims, on June 7, 2019. He was a godly man, husband, father, athlete, veteran and professor. Both from Birmingham, he and his beloved wife, Betty Jo, met at Woodlawn High School and they spent their life together. Fred retired after 20 years in the Airforce as the Assistant Deputy Commander of SAC with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He flew the F86, B47 and B52. He was a test pilot of the FB111 at Edwards AFB and also flew 52 combat missions in Vietnam. Over his 20 years in the Air Force, he earned numerous commendations and medals.
Fred was recruited by the University of Alabama where he played as the quarterback of the freshman team, and then a guard on the varsity team. He was president of the A Club at Alabama and a member of the 1953 Orange Bowl Team, where Alabama crushed Syracuse by a score of 61-6; and Alabama was the "underdog." He spoke publically for The Gideons in Northwest Louisiana and Northeast Texas, and was a supporter of FCA and many other charitable organizations. He retired as a LA Tech professor in 2009. His priorities in life were his faith, country, family, friends, and The Crimson Tide. He loved to fish and spend time with his family, especially the grandkids and great grandkids.
Mr. Mims was preceded in death by his wife, Betty; son, Jimmy; and parents, Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Mims. Left to cherish Fred's memory are his daughter, Linda Phipps with husband Billy; grandchildren, Jason Pope with wife Caryn, Erin Phipps (Hannah), Lisa Phipps (Kendra) and Amy Hildago with husband Kirk; great grandchildren, Emma, Ranger, Levi, Courtney, Laikyn and Dalton; and his loyal dogs Ruby Lee and Bandit.
Serving as pallbearers for Wednesday's service are Jim Perdue, Bobby Marlow, Lewis Conger, Kirk Hidalgo, Terry Slack and Ronnie Coker. Honorary pallbearers include Deacon Jones and Bobby Bowden.
…………………..…………..ROLL TIDE!!!........................................
Memorials may be made to The Gideon's International or First Baptist Church of Bossier City, LA.
Condolences may be shared at www.hillcrestmemorialfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Lt. Usaf
Sponsored by Hill Crest Memorial Funeral Home & Park - Haughton Hill Crest Memorial Park.
Susan
August 24, 2021
Dr. Mims was a professor at LA Tech who I have never forgotten. His professional and academic acumen were only eclipsed by his kindness and gentle nature. I learned a great deal from him during my MBA program in 1985 and count myself fortunate to have had Dr Mims as a professor. What a wonderful man and American hero.
Sherri Hoff
June 14, 2019
It was such an honor and privilege to care for both Fred and Betty. They are both truly missed.
Kristy Reutlinger
June 12, 2019
Billy,Linda&Family
Keeping you in my Prayers. What a Precious Man . Such a sweet demeanor. I know he will be missed by so many. Knowing he is in The Presence of the Lord will carry you through this time of grief. I know A Precious Woman by the name of Betty who was there to Welcome Him Home. Thinking of y'all Love Kristy
Jennifer Ott
June 12, 2019
Dr. Mims was the BEST professor I ever had! He loved what he did and I am thankful to have been able to enjoy his teachings in my MBA studies . He had a wonderful knack of relating his unique experiences to the subject matter, and took the time to interact with students on a personal level. I fondly remember him and I offer condolences to his family, who are blessed to have him as a member.
Wade McCutcheon
June 12, 2019
I had the pleasure of taking several MBA classes with Dr. Mims. In addition to being an outstanding Professor, he was an outstanding person.
I remember a time where he talked about manually calculating an amortization table and discovering a computer program error; he did this just for fun!
After reading his obituary, his humility was obvious. God Bless you!
Sandy Long
June 11, 2019
It was an honor to work with Fred at Louisiana Tech. He was a kind and generous man with a wonderful sense of humor. His love for the University of Alabama was always at the forefront. My prayers are with his family. He will be missed.
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
June 11, 2019
The Final Salute
Brothers and Sisters-in-Arms, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged Hand Salutes as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This Hand Salute is the last that we shall render to Ollie Fredrick (Fred) Mims our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Fred. To Fred it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during the Vietnam War while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Fred, we commend you for your honorable military service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 781 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 177 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Fred's family and loved ones.
Dennis Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Ranny Griffin, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results
Make a Donation
in Lt. Usaf's name
Memorial Events
for Lt. Usaf
Jun
12
Service
1:00 p.m.
Hill Crest Memorial Funeral Home & Park - Haughton601 US Highway 80 East, Haughton, LA 71037
Funeral services provided by:
Hill Crest Memorial Funeral Home & Park - Haughton601 US Highway 80 East, Haughton, LA 71037
How to support Lt.'s loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Lt. Usaf's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
