Fredrick "Freddy" Joe Waters Obituary in Knoxville at Unity Mortuary

Obituary For Fredrick "Freddy" Joe Waters

Fredrick “Freddy” Joe Waters was born July 1, 1954, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to the late James K. and Helen H. Waters. He entered the arms of his Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 1, 2022, after a lengthy battle with Sarcoma.

Fredrick was employed by AT&T and retired after 45 years of service. He was preceded in death by his brothers Maurice and James Waters, Jr. He leaves to cherish his love and memories: devoted wife of 38 years, Marquetta Waters; devoted children, Fredrick Isaiah Waters (San Diego, CA) and Shantel Patrice (Trailon) Johnson (Birmingham, AL); loving mother, Helen Waters; brothers, Anthony Waters, Melvin (Michelle) Waters, and Woodrow (Viola) Wilson; sister, Kimberly Bailey; brother-in-law, Emanuel (Anita) Martin III; sisters-in-law, Melodie (Paul) Daniels and Jacqueline Waters; uncles, James and William Winston; devoted friends, Ron Dave, Greg Stewart, Clayton Martin, Jacques Prysork, Billy Ray Cox and Sam; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A special thank you to the Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center, Dr. Elizabeth Davis, Dr. Lori Staudenmaier, and the Hope Lodge. Family will receive friends 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Saturday, October 8, 2022, at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 2504 Cecil Avenue, Knoxville, TN, with funeral service to follow; Elder Joe B. Maddox, Pastor, Presiding, Rev. Trailon Johnson, Eulogist. Entombment Sherwood Memorial Gardens.

Services to conclude with a dove release.

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Psalm 23:1 The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want;
My deepest heartfelt sympathy and may the PEACE of GOD that surpasses all understanding bring comfort to each of you now and forever... Treasure the memories of your Love Ones in your Hearts 💕 forevermore. Continual prayers for ALL.
Jamesena West-Hardin & Family

My brother for 68 years has flown away to that great beautiful city resting in the arms of God almighty. While he was here on earth, the dressing room for trying to reach that goal of heaven he represented Christ. Treated everyone the way he wanted to be treated, much love for his brothers and sister, always horning is mother and father, a very joyous person, full of fun and laughter. As an older sibling, he watched after his younger siblings, ready to fight for them if he had to. He kept the fear of Christ in him at all times. He will be missed very deeply, but we all will be together again one day in that sweet by and by. B is for Basic, I is for Instructions, B is for Before, L is for Leaving, E is for Earth. Please pray and ask God to give you the understanding of his word prior to reading the word and work on dressing yourselves to reach that goal of heaven just like Freddy has done. When we all get to heaven what a day of rejoicing that will be. When we all see Jesus, we will sing the song of victory. Much love for you brother. It hurts some days as I cannot call you anymore. I miss the jokes, and that beautiful smile of yours. Rest on and one day we will meet again.

I am so sorry about Freddy. We worked together years ago. He was a nice fellow & funny. You all have my deepest condolences.

Condolences to your families during this time. Praying for your peace and strength today and days to come.

I am so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family

Condolences to the Waters family. God Bless.

Condolences to the family

Marquetta, My condolences to you and your family. You are in my prayers my dear friend... may the Comforter keep you ever lifted. Peace and Blessings... Love, PAH

Marquetia My heart ❤️ and prayers are with you and your family during this season in lives.May God bless you and keep your family in His care , and keep His hand 🤚 upon you as He see you guys through your season of grief. We Know weepy🥲may endure for a night ,but joy cometh in the morning. Psalm 30:5 Love ❤️ Patricia M Netherland and the Murphy- Taylor Family , Phyllis,Pat, Kim, and Felicia 🙏❤️😇😊🙇🏽‍♀️☀️