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Frederick LYKES Obituary

LYKES, Frederick Eugene

71, of North Redington Beach, passed away January 28, 2017. Fred was a musician and played the organ for several churches in Pinellas County. He was also a composer and released an album of original works called "Star Bound." He served in the Army during the Vietnam war and spent nearly two years there in 1966-1967. Fred was known locally as an avid fisherman. Friends say he knew the ways of the snook as well as the snook itself and was a master at catching the prized and often illusive game fish. He is survived by his sister, Norma Gene Lykes and three nephews, James, Tyson, and Edward Chittenden and their families. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Fred Lykes Music Scholarship Fund, Department of Music at St. Petersburg College.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Feb. 1, 2017.

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Fan's of Fred Lykes

April 6, 2021

His album ''starbound'' was one of my favortie album,First heard him on music choice channel, ''Planetary Voyager'' was playing and it caught my attention,fell in love with it, and had to look it up it became my '' theme song to my life'' Fred Lykes may not be with us, but we have his music he left behind, to cherish for years and years,'' his music will live on''

Kent & Candy Zimmermann

February 19, 2018

Our son, Kent W. Zimmermann II met Fred while working as a volunteer at the park on the water in Seminole. Fred would be happy to know that Kent 2 has remarried and we are blessed with a new baby boy; our first and only grandchild. We met Fred and was invited to his home were he introduced us to his music. I have used it in my ministry (at prayer time and meditation). His music has blessed our ministry. We just came across this post, I hope family knows how far reaching Fred's impact has reached. Rev. Kent & Candy Zimmermann, Turning Point Ministry (turningpointmin.com) Blessed in knowing Fred

Ellie Gunter

May 26, 2017

Fred was a dear friend of mine for many years. I will always remember our many hours of thoughtful conversation. You are very special and always in my heart. Molly and Pepper miss your pets and love. Rest in peace and love.

Kimberly Johnson

March 22, 2017

Fred was a remarkable man.,I loved his passion, his stories his smile, his laugh. He is truly missed.

maryanne everett

March 3, 2017

My heartfelt sympathies for you and your family as Fred will be missed by many who loved him'. I appreciate all that I've learned from him, I think of him daily with a prayer of gratitude for our friendship. Maryanne E. St.Petersburg,Fl.

David Manson

February 7, 2017

Fred's gifts to the Music program at St. Petersburg College helped dozens of students complete their degrees and enhanced the department. His love of music inspired us. He will be missed by many.

Darby and Hayden Duncan

February 6, 2017

Freddie will be missed by all those that knew him. My son, Hayden, and I met Freddie several years ago while fishing at the Redington Pier. As the years went on we got to know him well. He would always offer fishing advice and had plenty or stories to tell. Freddie had trained an Osprey which he named Harry to come down and take a fish almost directly from his hand. As soon as Freddie hit the pier Harry would fly down and land on his perch and bob back and forth patiently waiting for Freddie to talk someone out of a mackerel or lady fish. Freddie's presence will be sorely missed!

Kirk and Dina Lynch

February 2, 2017

Freddie's daily optimism and passion for sharing his fishing secrets for these waters, along with his special relationship with many feathered friends will be missed by all who had the privilege to know him. Rest peacefully old friend!

Kirk & Dina and Family

February 2, 2017

Freddie's bright daily outlook on life, his passion for sharing his knowledge of fishing these waters, and his special relationship with many feathered friends will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him. May you rest peacefully old friend.

george hochschwender

February 2, 2017

I was so sorry to hear of your loss, my prayers are with you.

lisa & marc

January 30, 2017

freddie was a very unique soul,
he will be missed!
auf wiedersehen, mein freund!

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