Graveside service for Fred M. Lamon, Jr., age 89, of Fayetteville will be conducted at 2 PM Saturday, November 14, 2020 at Childress Cemetery with Bro. Tommy Vann officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 1:30 PM until time of service at 2 PM.
Fred was born on February 12, 1931 in Shelby County, TN to the late Fred M. Lamon, Sr. and Mary Cross Lamon. He graduated from Whitehaven High School in 1948 and attended Mississippi State University from 1948-1952, where he played baseball. Following his graduation from Mississippi State University, he entered the U.S. Army as a 2nd Lieutenant and served a tour of duty in Korea. Following his military service, he became a Certified Public Accountant and practiced for 66 years. He served as president of the Memphis Chapter of Certified Public Accountants, as well as, being active with scouting and coaching the church basketball team. He was a long time member of the Whitehaven United Methodist Church serving as Chairman of the Board, Treasurer, and Sunday School teacher. Fred passed away on November 12, 2020 with his family at his side.
Fred is survived by his wife, Mary Elizabeth “Cookie” Patton Lamon; sons, Rick (Terri) Lamon, John (Ana) Lamon, and Mark (Gail Long) Lamon; daughter, Sarah (Mike) Hathaway; sister, Peggy McClung; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Hands of Christ, P.O. Box 1252, Franklin, TN 37065.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Fred M. Lamon, Jr.
22 Comments To "Fred M. Lamon, Jr."
#1 Comment By Charlie and Robin Dionne On November 12, 2020 @ 5:46 pm
Cookie,
We are so sorry to learn of Fred’s passing. We will miss his sharing in Sunday school. His love, wisdom and humor helped us all grow in our faith.
Our prayers are with you and your entire family. May the peace of Christ rule in your hearts and the comfort of the Holy Spirit embrace you in a heavenly hug.
#2 Comment By Johnny Pittman Jr. On November 16, 2020 @ 9:12 pm
Cookie , I’m Sorry To Hear About Fred. I still Miss Him Doing My Taxes. We always talk about Our Couching Days at Whitehaven Methodist Gym. Will be Praying for THE LAMON FAMILY. Johnny Pittman
#3 Comment By Jerry and DeDra Baker On November 12, 2020 @ 5:47 pm
Sorry for your loss.
#4 Comment By Dick Farrar, Jr. On November 12, 2020 @ 6:06 pm
The Lamon family— salt of the earth people. Good Christian and community servants. Miss. State lost a true Bulldog. Best to the Lamon family.
#5 Comment By Anita Childress Norman On November 12, 2020 @ 6:50 pm
Mrs, Cookie I’m so sorry to hear about Mr Fred. My prayers and thoughts for you and your family.
#6 Comment By Lenace Hyde On November 12, 2020 @ 7:23 pm
Sorry to the family for the loss of Mr. Lamon. I had the privilege of meeting him and Mrs. Cookie while working on the Mural project. I liked both of them instantly. Prayers to the family at this time.
Lenace Hyde
#7 Comment By Dennis Massey On November 12, 2020 @ 7:31 pm
Cookie, I’m so very sorry. I loved Fred. A man of true Christian beliefs and unending love for you. I loved talking to Fred every Sunday before church. He had such a great since of humor. I have really missed you both at church. My love, thoughts and prayer goes out to you and the kids. May GOD bless you andyour family.
#8 Comment By Keith Belote On November 12, 2020 @ 8:12 pm
One of the most Godly men I’ve ever known. Praying for God’s peace for Cookie and the rest of the family.
Please know that I’m truly blessed to have know Fred.
#9 Comment By Toni Locke On November 13, 2020 @ 8:09 am
Dear Cookie and family, From the time I stayed in your welcoming Memphis home with my FUMC bell-ringing cohorts, I have been awed with your Christian graciousness. Working as a team “driver” alongside John at Mountain T.O.P. afforded me the pleasure of seeing the awesome Christian heritage you and Fred have given your family. Your church attendance has been cut back by the virus, but your church family will continue to surround you with love and prayers. God’s peace to all of you.
#10 Comment By Brenda G Harshaw On November 13, 2020 @ 8:29 am
Rick and Mark, Sorry to hear about your loss. May God be with you all in the days to help comfort you.
#11 Comment By Kevin/Judy Peterson On November 13, 2020 @ 10:12 am
Knowing Mr. Lamon has been one of the great privileges in my life. He was much more than a boss. Thank you for sharing Fred with us. I hope that Cookie and the entire family find great solace and a measure of happiness and contentment in your memories. He was a wonderful man.
#12 Comment By Marilyn Helms On November 13, 2020 @ 10:17 am
Lamon Family:
We are so sorry for your loss and are sending prayers and thoughts at this difficult time.
Marilyn Helms, Lee Tubbs, and Evelyn Helms
#13 Comment By DeLois O’Neal Thompson On November 13, 2020 @ 1:35 pm
The Lamon family, It’s so sad when a pillar of the family passes but the warm memories will be with you in your heart and mind. Joe and I send our deepest condolences to you all at this time and days to come. ❤️🙏🏻
#14 Comment By Jed and Scarlet Watson On November 13, 2020 @ 5:07 pm
So sorry to hear of Mr. Lamon’s passing! Sending prayers for you!
#15 Comment By Mischa D Thomason On November 13, 2020 @ 8:24 pm
Rick,
My prayers are with you and your family. I never had the pleasure of meeting your dad. But he and your mother did a tremendous job raising you boys, as it shows in the man you are today. Hard working, kind, always there when someone needs you, but most important, the Christian man you are today. I know how difficult it is to loose your father here on earth, but how glorious it will be when we see them in heaven. May God bless you all and if you all need anything, please let me know.
Mischa
#16 Comment By Connie Wills On November 14, 2020 @ 11:05 am
Dear Cookie and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss.
I’m so thankful to have known you and Mr. Lamon. We have enjoyed many times together (coffee and key lime pie) at Dr. Hatch’s and I will miss that very much! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
#17 Comment By Kathy and Jamie Jones On November 14, 2020 @ 3:28 pm
We never had the pleasure of knowing Fred and Cookie but we know the wonderful children they raised. What a legacy Mr Fred has left. We are so sorry to hear of his loss. Prayers and love to the family.
#18 Comment By Kevin and Shelley Clingan On November 15, 2020 @ 8:08 am
Praying for your family at this time. May you be flooded with sweet memories. May the peace of Christ be with you all.
#19 Comment By RitaMitchell On November 16, 2020 @ 12:17 pm
Sorry to hear of your loss…Prayers for your family…May God give you comfort during this difficult time…Rita (Mitchell) Davis….
#20 Comment By Mary Frances Dillard On November 17, 2020 @ 9:54 am
Mark,, I am so sorry to learn of the death of your daddy. I am thinking about you and all your family. Love is everlasting.
#21 Comment By Scott and Linda Coleman On November 17, 2020 @ 10:00 am
Praying for the Lamon Family! Love y’all!
#22 Comment By Michael Hoffman On November 17, 2020 @ 3:53 pm
Cookie –
I’m truly sorry to hear about Fred’s passing.
Prayers to you and your family from Ruth Ann and I.