Fred Auldon Webb

Fred Auldon Webb born July 1, 1933 to Fred and Mary Webb in Ireton, Iowa passed away on July 11, 2012 at his home in Red Bluff, California with his loving and devoted family by his side after a brave battle with prostate cancer.

He is survived by his children Bonnie Lee Andrews, Rick Auldon Webb, Mary Rae Ybarra, Kimberly Mendez, Stacey Webb-Hill, Kelly Ann Droz and step-children Desiree Wilsford, Brianna Johnson, and Vincent Van Alest as well as 22 Grandchildren and 19 Great-Grandchildren

Fred's matter-of-fact attitude about most things was developed during his childhood. As a young boy, Fred enjoyed being part of teams, and organizations and groups of other kids who shared similar interests. Fred took part in baseball and football. He was a Cub Scout and the youngest Eagle Scout at that time. In his spare time he liked music. Fred's memorable achievements included a bugling contest and being an Eagle Scout.

In school, Fred was as close to being a model student as one could possibly imagine. He sought to achieve perfect attendance in all of his classes. He would eagerly complete his homework, and often put in extra study time when he felt it was necessary. A logical and focused thinker, Fred was always good at following directions and meeting his schedules, whether they were set by his teachers or were self-imposed. Fred’s personal motto could well have been, “Do it right the first time.” He graduated from Black-Foxe Military Institute in Los Angeles, CA in 1950. He enjoyed some courses more than others, having favorite classes and teachers. His favorite class in high school was music. Warner Brothers Pictures Inc. had him play his bugel in 2 films at the age of 12. The teachers he enjoyed learning from the most was Mrs. Miller and Captain Lockhart. He played solo with a band at the Dedication of the New Wing at Queen of Angels Hospital.

Fred’s practical work ethic carried over into his college years. His logical mind permitted him to work hard without succumbing to the usual distractions of college life. He would tackle an assignment and work through it before moving onto the next project. Fred’s orderly nature gave way to establishing personal study habits and procedures that not only helped him stay on track but often put him ahead of schedule. When Fred saw the need or benefit, he would willingly take on the extra assignment or even attend extra classes in order to learn more and become a better student. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from University of Evansville. He also pursued graduate school, earning his MS Doctor of Philosophy from Ball State University. His favorite courses were at UC Berkley with Peace Officers Training. Fred was also in the Alumni Association at Indiana State University.

Fred was an Army and Navy veteran and his sense of duty helped lead him into the military where his understanding of rank, his willingness to abide by rules and regulations and his desire to follow orders was admired by his fellow service men and women. He was in the US Naval Training Center, San Diego, CA, US Naval Receiving Station, Washington DC, and US Naval School of Music, Washington DC,, USS Philippine Sea, US Naval Receiving Station, Treasure Island, San Francisco, CA, USS Dixie, USS Piedmont, USS Prairie, Criminal Div., D. O. D., Presidio of San Francisco, CA. USAM Police School, Fort Gardon, GA, Fort Lewis WA, Alameda, CA and Chico, CA. Fred saw action for three years during the Korean Conflict. Through his hard work and dedication, he achieved the rank of SFC E-7 Army Sergeant First Class. He received several awards recognizing him for his heroism, and was highly decorated.

After his military careerer he worked for the United States Postal Service in San Lorenzo, California, the Red Bluff Police Department, the Tehama County Sheriffs Department, Security at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Oak Creek Golf Course, and The Department of Defense. Fred was a team player who certainly lived out the motto of “give me a job, and I will get it done.”

A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 21, 2012 at 11:00 am at the Presbyterian Church in Red Bluff with military honors and burial following at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Red Bluff.

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