J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Mountford, Jr., Frederick A.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Mountford, Frederick Alfred, Jr., 71, of Chesterfield, VA, passed away August 24, 2010. He was born October 2, 1938 in Petersburg, VA, son of the late Frederick A. Sr., and Fannie Jeffs Mountford. He is survived by his beloved wife, Joyce (White) Mountford. His two children and three-step children survive him, C. Forrest Mountford and wife, Susan of Columbia, MD; Frank T. Mountford and wife, Frances of Powhatan, VA; Rick Thompson of NC, Karen Tiller of Sebastian, FL; and Kelly Woods and husband, Mike of Hadenville, VA, as well as his sister Mary M. Whitton of Colonial Heights, VA. His brother George A. Jones predeceased him. Eight grandchildren survive him, Hunter and Tyler Mountford; Travis and Vanessa Barcus; Bret, Kristen, and Bradley Tiller; and Leah Woods. Raised in Colonial Heights, VA he graduated from Petersburg H. S. (1957) and attended the College of William and Mary (RPI) majoring in Business Education. He was an Environmental Claims Supervisor, AIC. He retired in 1996 from Federated Insurance after 28 years of service. For many years, he coached little league football and baseball. His passion for hunting and fishing was second only to his love of weekends at the river. The family will receive friends from 6-7 p.m. Friday, August 27, 2010 at the Chester location of J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. A memorial service to follow at 7p.m. in the funeral home chapel. His ashes will be committed to the Piankatank River. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation (1742 E. Parham Road, Richmond, VA 23228-2202). Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com.

Aunt Joyce and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers always. We are family and we are there for you whenever needed. A part of Fred will be with us all as a good feeling and memory. We love you all. Pat and Carol

Posted by: Pat and Carol Reilly at August 31, 2010 11:47 AM

With a heavy heart, I will keep you all in my prayers. Words cannot express my love and respect for Fred. He was a great brother, my father figure, and my mentor. My family and I will cherish all of our good memories of him. I know God will reward him. Fred was truly the kindest, most unselfish man I ever knew. And both strong and courageous. His passing is a great loss to me as well as to all of you. I will miss him each day and will find solace in knowing he has gone home and is at peace.

Posted by: Mary Whittton at August 26, 2010 10:58 PM

Forrest, Susan, Hunter, and Tyler,
Our sincere condolences at your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Posted by: Margeaux, Jenny, and Bruce Malone at August 26, 2010 06:55 PM

Joyce and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. We never spent a lot of time with Fred but we both thought very highly of him. He was a super nice guy with an outstanding personality. He could brighten my day and cheer me up in a hurry. He was so funny. And we will miss him always. Express our sympathy to his brothers and sister.May God be with each and every one of you.

Posted by: Phyllis and Andy Mitchell at August 26, 2010 04:43 PM

Joyce and family:
I know there is nothing we can say at a time like this to ease your pain no matter how much we wish there was. Please know that all of us that knew and loved Fred share the deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.

Posted by: Laura and Roger Robbins at August 26, 2010 01:18 PM

Frank, Frances, Travis & Vanessa - Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to each of you during this difficult time. May the memories that you share help to comfort each of you. David, Penny & Evan

Posted by: Reams Family at August 25, 2010 06:49 PM

Frank and Francis, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Betty and I met your Dad at a picnic at your home and have good memories of the gathering of the family. John 14:1-3

Posted by: Lew & Betty Mason at August 25, 2010 02:16 PM

He will always be remembered as you share the stories and the memories of how he lived his life and how very much he meant, may you find comfort...And, throughout this difficult time, may you also know the deep sympathy and concern that is felt for you and all your family. I have fought the fine fight, I have run the course to the finish, I have observed the faith.-2Timothy 4:7. As for me, I will lie down that I may sleep; I shall certainly awake, for Jehovah himself keeps supporting me. -Psalms 3:5

Posted by: Magallon Family at August 25, 2010 02:15 PM