Fred graduated from the University of Alabama in 1966 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Commerce and Business Administration, and in 1968 with a Master of Arts. While at Alabama he was a member of the Delta Chi fraternity. He also graduated from Georgia State University School of Education in 1973 with a Specialist of Education degree. In 1995 Fred graduated from Nova Southeastern University with a Doctorate of Education. Fred retired as Vice President from Columbus Technical Institute after over thirty years of employment.
Anybody that knew Fred knows that he was a faithful fan of Alabama Crimson Tide football, and a long time Tide Pride member. He was a proud Alumni and believed in giving back to the University. Fred attended countless home games, and even attended several national championship games. On any given Saturday during football season he could be found at Bryant-Denny Stadium cheering on the Tide with his friends and family. Fred also served as President of the Columbus Quarterback Club.
Fred was predeceased in death by his parents Tom and Edna, and his sister Nell Chamberlain Woods. Fred is survived by his wife of 48 years Linda Hill Chamberlain. Fred was a proud uncle to his niece Meredith Woods Carpenter (Chris) and nephews Matt Lane (Ellen) and Mitchell Lane (Kristina). He was also very active in the lives of his nine great nieces and nephews: Mikayla, Hadley, Carter, Caleb, Eliza, Austin, Mary Ellen, Voncile and Victor. Fred was also survived by his sister-in-law Pat Lane (Larry) and brother-in-law Harold Hill (Kaye). There is a host of other special family members and friends that Fred was blessed to have and count on through the years.
There will be a Celebration of Life held on July 12, 2022, at 2:00 pm. Service will be at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2101 Wildwood Avenue, Columbus, GA 31906. Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 pm in the church Fellowship Hall.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Fred to the Parkinson’s Foundation online at www.parkinson.org or by mail at 200 SE 1st Street, Ste 800, Miami, FL 33131. Donations may also be made in Fred’s memory to St. Paul United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 5116, Columbus, GA 31906.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.shcolumbus.com for the Chamberlain family.
