Fred Pendarvis Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Pendarvis – Fred Pendarvis, age 80, of Lawtey, Florida passed away on February 22, 2022, at his residence with his loving family by his side. Fred was born in Lawtey, FL on January 6, 1942, to the late William “Bill” Pendarvis and Iris VanZant. He was a lifelong resident of Lawtey, FL and graduated from Bradford High School. Shortly after high school, Fred began his long-time career at DuPont as a Head Dry Mill Operator where he worked until retiring in 2004. On April 27, 1963, Fred married the love of his life Julia Gordon Pendarvis and together they spent 58 wonderful years. He was a member of the Highland First Baptist Church in Lawtey where he enjoyed attending and worshipping his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Fred was a generational farmer who was known for his delicious strawberries. He was passionate about farming and growing many different vegetables to feed his family and many others. Fred enjoyed hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors. He was a good man who would do anything for anyone. More than anything, Fred loved his family and will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Doris Minchew. Fred is survived by his loving wife, Julia Pendarvis of Lawtey, FL; children, Marie (Guy) Dyal of Lawtey, FL, Clarence (Dana) Pendarvis of Lawtey, FL, and Dale (Estella) Pendarvis of Lawtey, FL; Brother, Frank Pendarvis of Lawtey, FL; sister Delores (Rolland) Vanzant of Callahan, FL; grandchildren, Matt ( Jamie) Dyal, Robin (Ryan) Campbell, Jordan( Lindsay Clontz) Dyal, Tiffany (Levi) Johns, Holly Pendarvis, Eric, Andrew and Patrick Pendarvis; greatgrandchildren, Tymbryl and Titus Dyal, Dakota and Paisley Campbell and Faith Johns. A Celebration of Fred’s Life will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at 11:00 am at Highland First Baptist Church with pastor Lester Austin officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, February 25, 2022, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at the funeral home. Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services and Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel, Starke, Fl. 904-964-5757. Visit www.ferreirafuneralservices.com to sign the family’s guest book

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Fred Pendarvis

January 6, 1942 - February 22, 2022