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Frederick Mann Obituary
After retiring from the Coast Guard Fred completed his degree and worked in the education field in Brownsville and Los Fresnos. He also travelled extensively with his wife Winnie enjoying many cruises until the time of her death in 2001.
While living in Los Fresnos, Fred was very active taking many leadership roles in Los Fresnos United Methodist Church. He always led Bible studies wherever he lived. He was also a member of the Retired First Marine Division in Harlingen. Later he was active with his son Fred in the Coast Guard Auxiliary.
He was very generous and provided charitable grants to the U.S. Coast Guard Chief Petty Officer Association, the Salvation Army Southern Territory and Spartanburg Methodist College. He also provided college scholarships for his five grandchildren.
Fred is survived by his son, Fred Mann (Virginia) of McAllen, Texas; son, Eric Mann of Davis, California; daughter, Vickie Mann Bolling (Rick) of Auburn, Alabama; five grandchildren, Mary Katharine Ramos-Negrete (Mario) of Clemson, South Carolina; Annabelle Bolling (Michael) of Mobile, Alabama; Lara Claire Bolling of Mobile, Alabama; Atticus Bolling and Nathaniel Bolling both of Aubrun, Alabama. Survivors also include many nieces and nephews and their children and their grandchildren.
The family would like to thank Paul Villa and family for caring for Fred, John Knox Village, and the nurses and staff at Retama Manor, Harlingen.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, January 27, 2017 at Mont Meta Memorial Park in San Benito with Rev. Charlie Palmer officiating. Full Military Honors will be conducted by the United States Coast Guard.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to the Salvation Army which is beloved by many WWII veterans but especially by Fred, Attention Corp Officers, P.O. Box 4766, McAllen, TX 78502 .
You are invited to sign the guestbook or share a memory at www.buckashcraft.com.
Arrangements are with Buck Ashcraft Funeral Home, 710 Ed Carey Dr., Harlingen, TX 78550, (956) 423-3636.
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William Bartlett
February 1, 2017
I met Mr Mann when his son Fred and I were friends living on the WestBank of New Orleans in a small town of Marrero back in the early 60's What I remember most from that time was the Mann household was a welcoming and comfortable family home. I always felt welcome there. Mrs. Mann introduced me to iced coffee and I have a very clear memory of his son Fred getting into a little trouble regarding a telescope.He will have to share that event. I have a very clear memory of Mr. Mann in uniform standing in front of his home after he came home from work. Fred and Virginia have added several photos of their father at various milestones and events over the last few years, this has been gratefully appreciated. It has been an honor to have known him.
Sincerely
Bill Bartlett
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January 25, 2017
My condolences to theHawkins family. May the God of comfort, comfort and encourage you during all your trails. 2 Corinthains 1:3,4
January 24, 2017
My condolences for your loss. Wishing your family peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hands. May God continue to comfort you and your family. ( Psalms 9:9,10)
January 23, 2017
Nani,
My sincere condolences to you and your family, May God give you peace at this time of need. My he rest in peace.
Patsy Hinojosa from Mercedes,Texas
Rosaura Aguilar
January 22, 2017
My deepest condolences for the loss of your beloved father, father in law, grandfather and friend. It saddens me to know that he has passed away. I got to know and talk to him while at John Knox. He had a lot of interesting stories to tell and I loved listening to them. He would always say that everyone had a story and that everyone should write their own and if I needed any help in writing it he would help me. It was a pleasure having to get to know such a great, kind,
smart man. He was so proud to have served his country and for this I thanked at the end of my visits. God Bless.
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