Fred Allison

 A man who stood tall among men

 Fred Allison passed peacefully on January 19th, leaving behind a family and community forever changed by his absence. A devoted husband, proud father, cherished brother, uncle, cousin, and loyal friend, Fred was the kind of man whose presence made others feel steadier, safer, and better for having known him.

 Fred was first and always a family man. He was a deeply honorable and loving husband to his wife, Lorraine Allison, whose heart now carries both profound sorrow and a lifetime of shared love.

 He was the proud father of three daughters, Paula Allison, Linda Aligood, and Teresa Thomas, and a devoted stepfather to Bubba Cox. His children and grandchildren knew him as a source of strength, wisdom, humor, and unconditional love. Fred’s integrity, quiet guidance, and steadfast support shaped generations, and his family admired him not only for what he accomplished, but for who he was.

 Fred was preceded in death, by his beloved wife of 38 years, Margaret Elaine Allison and his son, Fred Harvey Allison, Jr.

 Fred is survived by his sisters, Jackie and Sherry, and his brothers, Gaylord, Jimmy, and Jerry, with whom he shared lifelong bonds of loyalty and love. He leaves behind 19 grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who were a constant source of pride and joy in his later years.

 He is further survived by his sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, sons-in-law and daughter-in-law, numerous nieces and nephews, and an extended circle of friends and neighbors who were fortunate to call him one of their own. It was often said that everyone who met Fred loved him—and it was true. His quick wit, warm smile, and genuine interest in others made him unforgettable.

 Fred proudly served his country in the United States Navy for 20 years, concluding a distinguished career as a Senior Chief Petty Officer. His service reflected the values he lived by every day: honor, discipline, loyalty, and integrity. After retiring from the Navy, as an air traffic controller Fred continued to serve in new ways—working as an auto mechanic, and later transitioning into MIS, where he eventually founded his own software contracting company.

 Never one to stop learning or building, Fred embraced retirement with the same determination that defined his life. He studied for his pilot’s license, became a house builder, and ultimately found deep joy as a peach farmer—his favorite profession of all. Working the land, nurturing growth, and sharing the fruits of his labor reflected the care and patience he brought to every role he held.

 Fred Allison was a man of unmatched integrity, quiet strength, and sharp humor. He stood tall among men not because he sought recognition, but because he lived with honor, loved deeply, and treated others with kindness and respect. His legacy lives on in his family, in the values he passed down, and in the countless lives he touched.

 He will be sorely missed and forever remembered, by all who knew him.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel. https://www.galbreaithpickard.com/