Frederick A. Markham, Jr. (Skip), of Plymouth, MA, passed away at home on June 12.
Son of the late Frederick A. Markham, Sr., and Charlotte Markham of Woodbury, CT.
Predeceased by his beloved wife, Mabel (Liz); two sisters, Julia Benjamin and Betty Sitler; two brothers, Buddy and Bobby. Survived by daughter Sandra G. Martin and her husband Robert of Cary, NC; son Frederick A. Markham, III, and his companion Judy DeCarlo of Plymouth; son Robert E. Markham and his wife Sarah of Waltham; granddaughter Holly R. Martin and her wife Tammy Bouchelle of Durham, NC; and grandson Andrew F. Martin of Durham, NC.
Raised in Woodbury, CT, Fred served his country in Europe during World War II as a member of the 610th Tank Destroyer Battalion. He became a Prisoner of War and was released in 1945. He was awarded the Purple Heart and three Bronze Stars.
Fred and Mabel raised their three children in Arlington and Waltham, MA. Part of the Greatest Generation, he had a large presence and many interests throughout his life. He epitomized what it meant to be part of that generation, taking pride in supporting his family with the skills and values he had cultivated. He was employed as a property manager at Spaulding & Slye in Burlington and had a home remodeling business for many years. His hobbies included gardening and golf, and most important spending time with his family. Fred could be found in his shop working on many projects. He was very entertaining with his story telling. He particularly enjoyed reminiscing about his adventures growing up in Woodbury, CT. His quick and subtle wit was always present,
and he was never known to turn down a plate of spaghetti and meatballs with Chateau bread. He avidly followed the Red Sox and Patriots.
The family would like to express thanks to Donna Tsitos, RN, for her attention and devotion to Fred. They would also like to thank Comfort Keepers, especially Barbara Mahanna and Beverly Tringali, all the extended care givers, and Cranberry Hospice for their love and support which made it possible for Fred to remain in his home.
Fred was a member of the American Ex-POWs, Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, and supporter of the Disabled American Veterans. He was a life member of the Lexington Lodge of Elks.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Ex-POWs, 3201 E. Pioneer Pkwy., Arlington, TX 76010, would be appreciated.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, June 18th at the National Cemetery in Bourne at 11 AM.
Directions to Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne From the North Take Rte. 3 south go over the Sagamore Bridge on to Rte. 6 and take the first Exit at the second light take a left and follow the that road to the Rotary at the base of the Bourne Bridge. Go around the Rotary take the third exit Rte. 28 towards Falmouth. follow Rte.28 to the next Rotary, take the Third exit on to the Military Base road The Entrance to the Cemetery is about 1 mile up that road on the right Enter the Cemetery and look for the sign "Funerals Meet Here" on right.