Frederick (Fred) H. Tody, Master Chief Boiler Technician (SW), United States Navy, retired, age 77 of Norfolk, Virginia was promoted to glory. He died in his home on Saturday, August 13, 2016 surrounded by his adoring family. Fred was born May 26, 1939 in Goodrich, Michigan. He served his country faithfully for 24 years Navy and 20 years as a Civil Servant. Fred was a devoted Christian, husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his loving wife, Carolyn “Hunny” of 50 years; eight of his nine children, Cindy Heliman (Steve), Cheryl Zarth (Jeff), Bob Tody (Amy), Wanda Clary (Marty), Fred Tody, Jr. (Lisa), Karl Stewart, Kelley Barfield (Michael) and Katherine Cundiff (Micky); god children, Anita Bishop (Andy) and Tracy Sabin (Jay); 26 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Leoma and Frank Tody, Sr.; brother, Frank, Jr. and daughter, Carrie Jo Tody. Fred was a member of The Salvation Army. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held, 11am, Monday, September 5, 2016 at The Salvation Army Worship Center at the Kroc Corps, 1401 Ballentine Blvd Norfolk, VA. 23504. Family will receive friends after the service. Fair Winds and Following Seas.
Sorry for your loss, praying God will hold you real close and comfort each of you.
So sorry for your loss! Praying for each and everyone!
I am so sorry for your loss.
Fred was a great father…we were privileged to be his pastor at one time..we love this family…..
I’m a very old neighbor of the family Poplar Halls days,and remember him from my childhood. He was a very kind and loving man. Beautiful family. I’m so sorry for everyone’s loss. Love and Prayers for All XXOO
I am so honored and proud to have known him!! We really had some interesting and funny conversations. He was greatly loved by all!!!
From the time I first met this family,i could feel the love within. From1981, at the Salvation Army , you and your family welcomed me into the corps. You were such a sweet kind man and I know your family will greatly miss you. With deepest prayers for the family,God needed you to help hold down the fort in Heaven. May those who knew you live as if you never left, and hold you forever in their hearts.
Dear Fred will be missed by the entire Clary family. Having joined your family by marriage (our son, Marty to your sweet daughter, Wanda) over 30 years ago, we hold each memory forever in our hearts. You were a true Soldier of Jesus Christ and of The Salvation Army.
You will be forever missed. Love to all of you who love him….especially Carrie and all the children and Grandchildren.
Rest in peace dear soldier of God
I’m proud to say that I’ve known this man, as a father figure, positive role model, and true gentleman, for over 30 years of my life! God doesn’t make them any better than Master Chief Petty Officer, United States Navy (Retired) Frederick H Tody! Or, as I’ve been blessed to know him over the years, simply and humbly, just Fred! Rest in peace, Paw Paw.