Fred Maddox

Fred Jesse Maddox, affectionately called “Bucky” by family and friends, was born March 23, 1945 to Louise Kendrick Maddox and Frank Maddox, Sr. The youngest of six siblings, he was raised in the Reynoldstown neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. Fred was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Rev. Dr. Frank C. Maddox (Flora), Robert Joe Maddox (Gwendolyn); sisters Ethel Chatman(Julian), Jacqueline Benson (Raleigh), and Alvina McFadden. He is survived by his sister Drucilla Maddox Tuggle, daughters Crissandra Miller (James), Lesia Maddox and grandchildren. Fred received his formative education in the Atlanta Public Schools, attending Young Street Elementary School and David T. Howard High School. As a teenager, Fred developed a great love for being well-dressed and was given the title “Mr. Esquire” by his graduating class at David T. Howard. He remained the “Best Dressed” throughout his life. Fred attended Morris Brown College, where he was a member of the baseball team. Fred loved all types of sports and was an avid Atlanta Falcons fan and season ticket holder. After college, Fred began his career at the U.S. Postal Service. His work ethic was unparalleled, which led to his rise as Manager, Operations Support. He retired in May 2007 after forty-two years of dedicated service. Fred’s parents and extended family joined Saint Phillip African Methodist Episcopal Church in Reynoldstown over eighty years ago. With this strong, family-oriented church upbringing, Fred accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age at Saint Phillip, where he remained a faithful member until his passing. Fred’s love and dedication to Saint Phillip was one of great joy in his life, serving for many years as a member of the Trustee Board, he also served as President. In this capacity, Fred was a witness to Saint Phillip moving from Reynoldstown to Candler Road and finally, into the magnificent sanctuary we have today, where his name is forever etched in its cornerstone. His dedication to Saint Phillip never faltered, even during the days of his illness. During the early years of his retirement, Fred volunteered at the Georgia Aquarium, contributing over 1000 hours of service. Because of his love of learning, he volunteered in many facets of the Aquarium and enjoyed observing the inner workings of the organization. Fred was a loving, caring, and passionate man about everyone and everything around him. He was a life-long learner, history buff, and great conversationalist. He was a man of great class and dignity who loved working on projects at his home, collecting cars, gardening, and traveling. Our Beloved Fred was called to be with the Lord early Wednesday morning, February 15, 2023. His passing is a deep and personal loss to his family and friends and he will be greatly missed by them all. He leaves to cherish his memory, a loving and devoted wife Ruby Maddox and a host of family and friends.

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Fred Maddox

March 23, 1945 - February 15, 2023