Frederick (Fred) Barksdale
Frederick (Fred) Barksdale of Richmond, TX passed away on January 6, 2022. He was born on March 17, 1953, in Gary, Indiana.
Fred graduated from Indiana University, where he proudly pledged Phi Beta Sigma.
Fred was an avid biker and for many years participated in the BP MS 150, two-day fundraising cycling ride, the Tour de Houston annual bike ride and various other rides throughout the region. He thoroughly enjoyed participating in these events with some of his best friends, as well as, his oldest brother, John III and youngest brother, Kenneth.
Fred loved traveling and spending time with his love, Annie, friends, and family.
Fred worked for Facility Interiors for 15 years and took immense pride in his role of Business Development Representative for a minority owned company. He served on the Board of the Greater Houston Black Chamber of Commerce and was a long-time member, advocate, and volunteer at the Houston Minority Supplier Development Council where he developed many lifelong friendships.
Fred had a genuine love for people and was always seeking ways to help others.
Fred was preceded in death by his parents, John Jr., and Hannah Barksdale; his 1st born son, Frederick (Ricky) Dameon Barksdale II and 3 siblings, Angela, Billy, and Alfred Barksdale.
Fred is survived by his son, Jonathon Barksdale of Austin, TX; his loving fiancée, Annie Lidge; grandson, Devanta Barksdale; 4 sisters, Yvonne, Sharon, and Yolandia Barksdale of Houston, TX and Shelondia Barksdale of Killeen, TX; 5 brothers, John III (Cynthia) of Orlando, FL, Edward of Omaha, NE, Raymond of Gary, IN, Kelvin of Dallas, TX and Kenneth (Tina) of Merrillville, IN; Godson, Edward Guy of Katy, TX; Bonus daughters, Kindra Lidge of Katy, TX and Robin Hershkovitz of Orlando, FL and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and an enormous circle of friends around the world. He also leaves to cherish his loving dog, Maxwell Barksdale, his furry family member.
Fred will be missed by all who knew him. A celebration of a life well lived will be held at River Pointe Church, 2100 Southwest Fwy, Richmond, TX 77469, Saturday, February 5, 2022, at 11am.
Annie-
I am shocked beyond words! My heart goes out to you and the rest of the family and sending prayers for peace and comfort.🙏❤️🙏
God bless,
Connie Rankin
Rest In Peace Fred. Glad for the little time we got to spend. 🙏🏾
Fred was a great man and always had a kind word. We will miss him dearly. May he rest in peace.
We are very saddened by untimely demise of Frederick (Fred) Barksdale. Annie, We are praying along with you for his Devine journey and soul to Rest In Peace .
Also praying to Lord to give you strength along with other family members to cope up with this irreplaceable loss.
With His blessings.
Madan Luthra and sewa family.
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Sincerest Condolences, Prayers and Love! 🙏🏾
My husband and I had the pleasure of meeting Fred at our wedding. He was so proud to let us know that we were Fraternity brothers and sisters “Phi Beta Sigma and Zeta Phi Beta.” He had a delightful energy and amazing smile. It sounds like he made the same positive impression on others that knew him better than us. May God comfort and hold his loved ones tight.
All the best, Jessica & Khayree Williams
I am so sorry for Annie and the family’s loss. God bless you all.
Annie,
Joey and I are heartbroken for your loss.
Fred was always such a sweet, kind man. His smile would brighten up your day. He always welcomed us with open arms and was such a joy to talk to. We will miss him.
Praying for strength, peace and comfort during this time and sending our sincerest condolences to you and his family.
Annie and family,
Fred was always someone we were happy to see, with his smile, outgoing personality and genuine warmth. We send you light and hope your memories of him will bring you comfort and peace.
Sherra Aguirre
Fred you will definitely be missed with your regal demeanor, great posture, impeccable dresser, big smile, sincere inquiry of how you are doing and always genuinely wanting to know how he can help.
May you rest in peace as you sit beside God.
We know you are watching over Annie as her newest guardian Angel.
With deep sorrow,
Donna Cole
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts, prayers and warm loving condolences to you and your family. ❤️🙏🏽😞
Susanna & Dwight Daniel-Bey
Annie, Gary and I are deeply saddened and shocked to hear about the loss of our dear friend. Fred was a true friend who always put others needs in front of his own. He always had a smile on his face and never had a cruel word to say about anyone. I will miss his inspirational messages and I will pray for you, your family, and Fred’s family to have peace and be released from any grief. May we just have comfort and know that Fred is watching over us all. Please keep us informed about his celebration of life. God bless you and keep you 🙏
Annie and family, my deepest condolences and prayers for you at this time. I will personally miss Frederick, my friend and great support when we traveled and exhibited for work.
Please know you have sincere help in any way you need now and in the future.
Love,
Joyce Scott
My condolences to Fred’s family and friends. We played football at Roosevelt High School. RIP Fred.
Mr.Frederick Barksdale was a friend of mine went to school together and graduate together at Gary Roosevelt High School,I was very saddened when I heard about the lost of my childhood friend,he was always a good athlete and he always carry himself in a respectful way he always cared about other people my condolences goes out to his family he will be missed by all that knew Freddie God Bless The Barksdale Family,I still stay in Gary Indiana
A Great Friend and a Great Guy! Peace & Love to All Family and Friends from His Velt ’71 Family.
My heart and fervent prayers go out to my aunts and uncles and family at this time and anyone else who have been affected by this tragic loss. Uncle Fred will truly be missed. Wish I got the opportunity to know him more. He accomplished many great things. May the God of all comfort give you all the strength to comfort each other through this all. Love you so much …
Alfred and Monique Barksdale
Sending my fervent prayers to all who have been affected by this tragic loss. My heart goes out to my Barksdale family and I love and miss you all. I hope that the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort who comforts us in all our trials give you the strength and comfort to cope with this loss. Most importantly he WILL give you the endurance to go on. I wish I got a chance to know my Uncle Fred because he was a great man who accomplished many great things. He will always live on in our hearts and minds and will be truly missed. He is surely alive in God’s eyes and he is protecting him.
Be strong my family and God bless you all.
My condolences to the Barksdale family.
We all grew up playing together in MTT
We are so sorry for your loss.
The Baileys
Fred, you have reminded us that Life is a Mystery and that we never know what’s around the next bend. With you, we have also learned that Life is a beautiful, sometimes arduous Journey, to be cherished and shared with those Souls in the paths of our everyday lives with whom we are gifted friendship. May sweet memories of you be a comfort to Annie and all of your loved ones.
May God keep you and your family in his favor during your difficult and heartbreaking time .❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
My condolences! He was a friend, encourager.. found out today he passed! Rest my friend! See you on the other side💕
My condolences to Fred’s family and friends. We attended Gary Roosevelt together. He was always kind with a generous smile to brighten your day. May God comfort you and keep you.
I am profoundly saddened by the loss of Mr. Barksdale. I met him in 2013 and have had the honor and joy to have cared for him as his physician since then. I enjoyed every one of our visits and I was always so impressed at how Fred carried himself. All of us at Primecare Medical send our most deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. I send my best to Annie and his family during these trying time. May he Rest in Peace.
Annie and Family,
Our heartfelt condolences and prayers to all of you in your loss. We’ve known Fredrick for many many years through business and as residents of Katy. He was always cheerful, professional, supportive and hard working. We are extremely saddened by this loss and will forever keep him in our hearts. May God bless, and keep all of you.
To Annie and the Barksdale family:
I am at a loss for words. My condolences and may our Heavenly Father bless and watch over you as you grieve the passing of your love one. Frederick was one of a kind. He will truly be missed.
Rest well in heaven my friend.
My heart goes out to the Barksdale family for the loss of Freddie. I cannot express my heartfelt sorrow for such a loving person. I want you all to know that you are in my prayers, and may the Lord embrace you all with peace. His memories will last forever.
Much love
Eugene & Marilyn Mixon
To Annie and the Barksdale Family –
Charmaine and I were shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Fred’s passing. Fred was a man of tremendous grace, warmth, and empathy – a true gentleman in times where gentlemen are not so common. He will be missed tremendously by all who knew him. We wish you peace and comfort during these very difficult days.
Annie and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Every time I ran into Frederick (Fred), he had the biggest smile and kindest words. Always willing to help others.
Big Hugs to the Family.
Paula Mendoza
Annie and the Barksdale Family
I am extending heartfelt condolences for your loss. Fred was engaging and always had encouraging words. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Debny Greenlee
My condolences to the family on your loss.🕊🙏🏽
My condolences to his family and dear friends. I will remember him to just being a polite man and nice to me. He was a consummate gentleman other men could look up to with admiration.
My sincerest condolences to the Barksdale family and loved ones. I was so sad to hear of your loss. We grew up together in MTT and attended Roosevelt High. He was such an energetic person with an infectious smile. We pray you find comfort in loving memories. The Bush Family.