Frederic Raymond Ames of Shady Side, MD, departed this life on October 17, 2021.
Born in Harford, Connecticut on March 7, 1932, to the late Raymond Sterling Ames and Netta Brown Ames.
Frederic is survived by 4 children, Deborah Whittington (Terry) of Deale, Lori Mitchell (Clay) of Stevensville, Frederic "Rick" Ames, Jr. of Ocean City and Brenda Ames Tarr of Shady Side. Six grandchildren, Ryan Whittington, Lindsay Tarr, Jessica Ames, Daniel Ames, Andy Mitchell, and Ryan Mitchell. Two great grandchildren, Camden Mitchell, and Harper Mitchell, his brother Robert Ames and two sisters, Jane Millen and Bonnie Ames, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Althea "Bunny" Ames who he called Babe, his parents, Raymond & Netta Ames and his sister Nancy Grant.
Frederic was educated in Manchester, CT schools, attended Hillyer College and the University of Connecticut. He joined the Navy and served on the USS Mullany destroyer from 1951-1955 visiting 36 countries while serving. For many years he enjoyed attending Navy reunions held in various parts of the country.
He started his career as an insurance adjuster and worked for the General Adjustment Bureau in Harford, CT where he progressed to management then transferred to Upper Marlboro, MD. He then joined the Henry M. Murray Agency in Annapolis, MD as an insurance agent where he retired as President in 2000.
Fred belonged to multiple associations, serving as President of the Shady Side Kiwanis Club, President of the South County Businessmen's Association, Commodore of the West River Yacht Club, member of the Annapolis Elk's Club and member of the Ocean City Light Tackle Club.
Fred had many hobbies and was known for his love and ADDICTION to fishing. He spent 30 years fishing offshore. He fished multiple white marlin tournaments, tuna tournaments and shark tournaments on his beloved Bertram, the "Yankee Babe". He held a state record for thresher shark (585 lbs.) and placed in several other tournaments. He also fished in Costa Rica, Panama, Florida, and salmon fished in Alaska with his brother Bob. Along with his love of fishing, he was also an avid deer hunter and a sports enthusiast who held season tickets to the Washington Redskins and attended games with his late wife. Fred was also a huge Maryland TERPS college basketball fan.
Fred and his wife loved to travel and through the years took many trips to European countries, Australia, South America, and many cruises.
In addition to his hobbies, he enjoyed crabbing from his pier on the West River and fitness, especially long distance running. He participated in many long-distance races. After marrying his wife, "Bunny" a farm girl, and helping on her family farm in CT, he always planted a large garden and a crop of strawberries which he sold to local stores.
Fred lived a long, fulfilling, vibrant life and left no stones unturned. He worked hard, played hard, and was full of energy. Fred was a kind, generous husband, father, and friend to many. His family will miss him dearly.
Born in Harford, Connecticut on March 7, 1932, to the late Raymond Sterling Ames and Netta Brown Ames.
Frederic is survived by 4 children, Deborah Whittington (Terry) of Deale, Lori Mitchell (Clay) of Stevensville, Frederic "Rick" Ames, Jr. of Ocean City and Brenda Ames Tarr of Shady Side. Six grandchildren, Ryan Whittington, Lindsay Tarr, Jessica Ames, Daniel Ames, Andy Mitchell, and Ryan Mitchell. Two great grandchildren, Camden Mitchell, and Harper Mitchell, his brother Robert Ames and two sisters, Jane Millen and Bonnie Ames, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Althea "Bunny" Ames who he called Babe, his parents, Raymond & Netta Ames and his sister Nancy Grant.
Frederic was educated in Manchester, CT schools, attended Hillyer College and the University of Connecticut. He joined the Navy and served on the USS Mullany destroyer from 1951-1955 visiting 36 countries while serving. For many years he enjoyed attending Navy reunions held in various parts of the country.
He started his career as an insurance adjuster and worked for the General Adjustment Bureau in Harford, CT where he progressed to management then transferred to Upper Marlboro, MD. He then joined the Henry M. Murray Agency in Annapolis, MD as an insurance agent where he retired as President in 2000.
Fred belonged to multiple associations, serving as President of the Shady Side Kiwanis Club, President of the South County Businessmen's Association, Commodore of the West River Yacht Club, member of the Annapolis Elk's Club and member of the Ocean City Light Tackle Club.
Fred had many hobbies and was known for his love and ADDICTION to fishing. He spent 30 years fishing offshore. He fished multiple white marlin tournaments, tuna tournaments and shark tournaments on his beloved Bertram, the "Yankee Babe". He held a state record for thresher shark (585 lbs.) and placed in several other tournaments. He also fished in Costa Rica, Panama, Florida, and salmon fished in Alaska with his brother Bob. Along with his love of fishing, he was also an avid deer hunter and a sports enthusiast who held season tickets to the Washington Redskins and attended games with his late wife. Fred was also a huge Maryland TERPS college basketball fan.
Fred and his wife loved to travel and through the years took many trips to European countries, Australia, South America, and many cruises.
In addition to his hobbies, he enjoyed crabbing from his pier on the West River and fitness, especially long distance running. He participated in many long-distance races. After marrying his wife, "Bunny" a farm girl, and helping on her family farm in CT, he always planted a large garden and a crop of strawberries which he sold to local stores.
Fred lived a long, fulfilling, vibrant life and left no stones unturned. He worked hard, played hard, and was full of energy. Fred was a kind, generous husband, father, and friend to many. His family will miss him dearly.
Frederic Raymond Ames of Shady Side, MD, departed this life on October 17, 2021.
Born in Harford, Connecticut on March 7, 1932, to the late Raymond Sterling Ames and Netta Brown Ames.
Frederic is survived by 4 children, Deborah Whittington (Terry) of Deale, Lori Mitchell (Clay) of Stevensville, Frederic "Rick" Ames, Jr. of Ocean City and Brenda Ames Tarr of Shady Side. Six grandchildren, Ryan Whittington, Lindsay Tarr, Jessica Ames, Daniel Ames, Andy Mitchell, and Ryan Mitchell. Two great grandchildren, Camden Mitchell, and Harper Mitchell, his brother Robert Ames and two sisters, Jane Millen and Bonnie Ames, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Althea "Bunny" Ames who he called Babe, his parents, Raymond & Netta Ames and his sister Nancy Grant.
Frederic was educated in Manchester, CT schools, attended Hillyer College and the University of Connecticut. He joined the Navy and served on the USS Mullany destroyer from 1951-1955 visiting 36 countries while serving. For many years he enjoyed attending Navy reunions held in various parts of the country.
He started his career as an insurance adjuster and worked for the General Adjustment Bureau in Harford, CT where he progressed to management then transferred to Upper Marlboro, MD. He then joined the Henry M. Murray Agency in Annapolis, MD as an insurance agent where he retired as President in 2000.
Fred belonged to multiple associations, serving as President of the Shady Side Kiwanis Club, President of the South County Businessmen's Association, Commodore of the West River Yacht Club, member of the Annapolis Elk's Club and member of the Ocean City Light Tackle Club.
Fred had many hobbies and was known for his love and ADDICTION to fishing. He spent 30 years fishing offshore. He fished multiple white marlin tournaments, tuna tournaments and shark tournaments on his beloved Bertram, the "Yankee Babe". He held a state record for thresher shark (585 lbs.) and placed in several other tournaments. He also fished in Costa Rica, Panama, Florida, and salmon fished in Alaska with his brother Bob. Along with his love of fishing, he was also an avid deer hunter and a sports enthusiast who held season tickets to the Washington Redskins and attended games with his late wife. Fred was also a huge Maryland TERPS college basketball fan.
Fred and his wife loved to travel and through the years took many trips to European countries, Australia, South America, and many cruises.
In addition to his hobbies, he enjoyed crabbing from his pier on the West River and fitness, especially long distance running. He participated in many long-distance races. After marrying his wife, "Bunny" a farm girl, and helping on her family farm in CT, he always planted a large garden and a crop of strawberries which he sold to local stores.
Fred lived a long, fulfilling, vibrant life and left no stones unturned. He worked hard, played hard, and was full of energy. Fred was a kind, generous husband, father, and friend to many. His family will miss him dearly.
Born in Harford, Connecticut on March 7, 1932, to the late Raymond Sterling Ames and Netta Brown Ames.
Frederic is survived by 4 children, Deborah Whittington (Terry) of Deale, Lori Mitchell (Clay) of Stevensville, Frederic "Rick" Ames, Jr. of Ocean City and Brenda Ames Tarr of Shady Side. Six grandchildren, Ryan Whittington, Lindsay Tarr, Jessica Ames, Daniel Ames, Andy Mitchell, and Ryan Mitchell. Two great grandchildren, Camden Mitchell, and Harper Mitchell, his brother Robert Ames and two sisters, Jane Millen and Bonnie Ames, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Althea "Bunny" Ames who he called Babe, his parents, Raymond & Netta Ames and his sister Nancy Grant.
Frederic was educated in Manchester, CT schools, attended Hillyer College and the University of Connecticut. He joined the Navy and served on the USS Mullany destroyer from 1951-1955 visiting 36 countries while serving. For many years he enjoyed attending Navy reunions held in various parts of the country.
He started his career as an insurance adjuster and worked for the General Adjustment Bureau in Harford, CT where he progressed to management then transferred to Upper Marlboro, MD. He then joined the Henry M. Murray Agency in Annapolis, MD as an insurance agent where he retired as President in 2000.
Fred belonged to multiple associations, serving as President of the Shady Side Kiwanis Club, President of the South County Businessmen's Association, Commodore of the West River Yacht Club, member of the Annapolis Elk's Club and member of the Ocean City Light Tackle Club.
Fred had many hobbies and was known for his love and ADDICTION to fishing. He spent 30 years fishing offshore. He fished multiple white marlin tournaments, tuna tournaments and shark tournaments on his beloved Bertram, the "Yankee Babe". He held a state record for thresher shark (585 lbs.) and placed in several other tournaments. He also fished in Costa Rica, Panama, Florida, and salmon fished in Alaska with his brother Bob. Along with his love of fishing, he was also an avid deer hunter and a sports enthusiast who held season tickets to the Washington Redskins and attended games with his late wife. Fred was also a huge Maryland TERPS college basketball fan.
Fred and his wife loved to travel and through the years took many trips to European countries, Australia, South America, and many cruises.
In addition to his hobbies, he enjoyed crabbing from his pier on the West River and fitness, especially long distance running. He participated in many long-distance races. After marrying his wife, "Bunny" a farm girl, and helping on her family farm in CT, he always planted a large garden and a crop of strawberries which he sold to local stores.
Fred lived a long, fulfilling, vibrant life and left no stones unturned. He worked hard, played hard, and was full of energy. Fred was a kind, generous husband, father, and friend to many. His family will miss him dearly.
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