FREDERICK WALTER BOUDREAU
Frederick Walter Boudreau of Seabrook, Texas was born October 2, 1947, in Winterport, Maine. He passed away peacefully on July 28, 2023, in Houston, Texas at the age of 75 with family and friends by his side.
He was a man of great character, Fred was best known for his easy-going nature, rapid-fire wit, integrity, and devotion to his family. He was a great family man who supported us, taught us, believed in us and loved us. He will be missed by many and forgotten by very few. He was predeceased in death by his parents Edmund Herbert Boudreau and Joan Mate Busho Boudreau. He is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years Elizabeth Epple Boudreau of Seabrook, Texas; daughter Julia Boudreau of Houston, Texas; son Michael Benitz, daughter-in-law Angie and grandchildren Brayden and Brooklyn Benitz of Kemah, Texas. He is also survived by his brothers and sisters Perry Boudreau, Justin Boudreau, Jane Boudreau, Jill Grant and their families all of Bangor, Maine.
Fred grew up in Bangor Maine and he graduated from Bangor High School in 1966. He attended Midwestern State in Wichita Falls, Texas and graduated with degrees in History and English. He attained his MBA from Webster University in St. Louis in 1984. He worked for General Foods/Kraft Foods for 24 years in various sales, sales management and marketing positions until his retirement in 1999 when he was forced to retire due to his battle with Multiple Sclerosis. During his tenure with General Foods/Kraft Foods, which he started out as sales representative in Odessa, Texas, he was transferred to Dallas, Texas, Des Moines, Iowa, St. Louis, Missouri and finally Houston, Texas. Fred had a lifelong passion for fishing which began in Maine.
The quote” the measure of a man is not how he died but how lived” definitely personified the life of Frederick Walter Boudreau. Our family will always know that we were blessed to have Fred in our lives and he was truly a gift from God – and remember there are always fish waiting to be caught.
There will be a Celebration of Life on August 19, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Lakewood Yacht Club 2322 Lakewood Yacht Club Drive, Seabrook, Texas, 77586.
Fred was one of the most generous men I have ever met. Kind, considerate and truly a gentleman! My heart goes out to all of his family, and I know he will be sorely missed on those wonderful mornings he made so pleasant and happy. God rest his soul!
Fred was a kind man with a gentle soul and I’ll remember him always. You and your family have my deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you comfort, courage and lots of love during this difficult time.
Had the pleasure of knowing both when we lived on the same street. Over the years I moved but would run into you both at various venues and restaurants. A beautiful couple. Fred was always engaging and fun to talk to. He will be missed
Fred was always and I mean always; sincere, witty and compassionate whenever he was around. He truly cared and just made you feel better after spending what time you did around him. He was always very kind and will be truely missed by all that knew him !
Fred was a good friend , would meet on Friday nights with a group and have a drink or two and alot of Laughs
He will be missed, see you soon
I am so truly sorry for your loss and my condolences to you and your family. He seemed like a wonderful man filled with love and light. He will be missed in this world,but awaits us in the next.
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. We grew up together on Parkview Avenue in Bangor. He was a great guy, humble and lots of fun.
Lots of nice memories. He’ll surely be missed by many. Rest in Peace my friend.
Fred was a very good friend to all of us and was always giving of himself. He was always willing to help whenever he was around. He never said no to issues involving his work. Fred worked very close with our team (around 20 people) at Kraft General Food and then when I left to join the Kraft General Food Military Sales team, Fred always kept in touch. He was always ready to listen and help in any way he could to make things work. I and my wife Martha will miss him dearly as he was always calling to check on things. We will keep him in our prayers and know he is in a better place with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
fred one of the good guys. love getting together with him gary and lynn. am so sorry for your loss a prayer will be said for him.