Fred Melvin Redfield Obituary (2024)

Fred was born on September 12, 1937, to Frank and Doris (Atkison) Redfield. He grew up near Toledo, Washington with five brothers and five sisters. Fred worked several jobs in his early years, from truck driving to roofing. He later worked at Boise Cascade Mill, in Yakima, until the early 1970's. In later years, Fred raised cattle and owned rental properties. He enjoyed bingo, fishing, hunting, and watching Mariners baseball games. Fred was known for helping anyone when he could. Some folks nicknamed him "Friendly Freddy" because of his love to socialize. Fred had two sons, Randy Redfield, and Kevin Redfield, two daughters, DeeAn Barnes, and Wendy Eaton, 12 grandchildren, Tami, Marcus, Krista, Jenna, Ryan, Brandy, Heather, Josh, Matthew, Crystal, Megan, and Rochelle, 30 great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. In the last 25 years Fred had a special relationship with his nephew, Frank, who was like a son. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Doris, daughters, DeeAn and Wendy, son, Kevin and six brothers and sisters. His contagious laugh and willingness to help a loved one or friend will never be forgotten. We will gather to celebrate Fred's very full life on September 7, 2024, at 3:00pm, at Full Bright Park (4508 Main St, Union Gap, WA 98903). Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.