Freddie Dean Walrod, 82, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at his home.

Fred was born September 20, 1941, in Prescott, Kansas, the son of George Morris and Marjorie (Keith) Walrod. He graduated from Prescott High School before attending Fort Scott Community College and earning a Bachelors Degree at Pittsburg State University.

Fred worked numerous jobs. He taught and coached in Uniontown for a brief time and then worked at LaCygne Power Plant. He moved to Burlington and was employed as a supervisor for Daniels International during the construction of the Wolf Creek Nuclear Generating Station. He then was employed by the Coffey County Engineer as a surveyor for 20 years until his retirement. Fred was not one to sit still so he then started his own surveying company, Survey One.

He operated his surveying company going to neighboring counties to perform surveys which gave him tremendous joy. Fred also enjoyed umpiring and refereeing all sports which was something he continued to do from his recliner while watching tv. Fred's other hobbies included gardening, fishing, and hunting.

In 1962 Fred and Juanita Sutcliffe were united in marriage and had two children, Paige and Derek. They were later divorced.

In June of 1987 Fred married Sharon Carey (Hotchkiss). To this second union he gained two step-children Greg and Robyn. From his four children he was blessed with his pride and joy, seven grandchildren, two girls and five boys.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Larry Walrod.

He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Sharon Walrod; his daughter Paige (Dr. Daniel) Metsch and their children Jalen, Saige, Zoey; son Derek and his son Trent; his step-son, Greg Carey, and his son Dalton; his step-daughter, Robyn (Dave) Williams, and their sons Colton and Chase; his siblings Bub Walrod of Fort Scott, KS, Sue Clark (Jerry) of Adrian, MO, & Phyllis Blaser (Terry), Englewood, FL; numerous nieces and nephews; many other relatives and friends.

The family will meet with friends from 6:30 P.M- 8:00 P.M. June 17, 2024, at Jones Funeral Home in Burlington.

The funeral service will be held on 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Jones Funeral Home.

Graveside services will be held 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Prescott Cemetery at Prescott, KS.

In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Prescott Cemetery and may be sent in care of Jones Funeral Home, PO Box 277, Burlington, KS 66839.