RACINE – Fred C. Rendon, 44, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, June 10, 2014.
He was born in Racine on August 23, 1969, the son of Peter Velasquez and Irene Rendon. He graduated from William Horlick High School in 1987.
Fred was kind and gentle person with huge heart for animals; especially his dogs, Pongo, Milo and Piper. He was also a loving grandson, son, brother and uncle who loved family gatherings, cookouts and traveling with his nephew for Tae Kwon Do tournaments. Fred had a passion for art; especially painting, photography and writing poetry. He also had a love and talent for jewelry and design while he was employed by Brandt’s Jewelers. Fred will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved him.
Fred is survived by his grandmothers, Esther Rendon of Racine, Josephine Zertuche of San Antonio; his mother, Irene Rendon; his sisters and brothers, Ursula (Mike) Swift of Kenosha, John (Kristen) Lee, Rebecca (Daniel) Knight, Christopher (Roxann) Rendon, Cruz Toman and Genevieve Villarreal all of Texas; his nieces and nephews, whom he thought of as his own children, Amy Rendon, Mercedes Alvarez, Jordan Alvarez, Aaron Swift, Jonathan Swift, Sabrina Swift, Kayla Villarreal; as well as many other dear nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and devoted friends. Fred was preceded in death by his father, grandfather, a niece and cousins.
Family and friends are invited to meet at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Thursday, June 19, 2014 from 3-5 p.m. for a time to meet with his family. A service celebrating and honoring Fred’s life will follow at 5:00 p.m. with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating. Anyone wishing to speak will be given an opportunity. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to help with Fred’s final expenses.
Chuck Petrach says
Hey Fred,
Gone too soon. Thanks for the fun times and memories. Thanks for your help over the years and always being there as a friend. Take care of your family and dogs from heaven, watch over them. May peace be with you finally.
Your friend,
Chuck
Julie and Ravi Velasquez says
Our condolences to your entire family! So saddened for the loss of your family member. May God give you strength to get through this difficult time! Blessings to you all!
Dave says
Rest peacefully Fred. Family and friends struggling with this you are in my thoughts, know that Fred’s big bright smile that is shining down on you.
Gina LePar says
Ursula and family,
My deepest sympathy to you during this time. When life doesn’t make sense, is when you have to cling what you know and believe. Take care during this time and always from my family to yours.
Bill Reed says
Sincerest condolences from The Reed Family. As many of Fred’s buddies will attest, he was a great guy, with an awesome sense of humor and will be sorely missed. I personally will never forget his patriotism.