FREDERICK EDWARD POOLE's Obituary
Mr. Frederick Edward Poole of Frankford, DE, made peace and accepted his way to Glory on November 29, 2016. He was 77 years old.
He was born September 11, 1939 in Elizabeth City, NC to the late Iris Freshwater and George Reid.
Frederick was a graduate of William C. Jason High School in 1957 and was soon wed to the late Marie Ellen Bethards in November of that same year.
Frederick's spirit will be carefully guarded and carried on through his three children, Frederick Poole, Jr. (Toni) of Buffalo, N.Y., Rodney Poole (Joan) of Raleigh, NC and Daughter, Tonya Poole of Frankford, DE' one sister Mary Jasper of Philadelphia, PA; three grandchildren, Frederick Poole, III, Ashley Poole and Rodney Poole, Jr.; seven great grandchildren as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A husband, father, brother and a great man of God enjoyed studying God's word, playing tennis, bowling, minor home repairs and his favorite past time of watching sports of all nature.
Brother Poole will also be remembered for his rich deep base singing voice and "his signature style and cool demeanor."
He was preceded in death by four brothers in laws, Gary Bethards, Robert Sturgis, Rudolph Jasper and Sylvester Brittingham; one sister-in-law, Anita Brittingham.
A memorial service will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the Antioch A.M.E. Church in Frankford, DE. Burial will be private.
Electronic condolences can be made via www.watsonfh.com
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