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Portrait of Fred John Eckstein
In Loving Memory

Fred John Eckstein

November 5, 1955 – October 9, 2022
Lived 66 years
Sevierville, Tennessee
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Fred Eckstein, 66, of Sevierville, TN entered this life on November 4, 1955. He was the 7th child of the late Charles and Edna Eckstein. He was raised in Delhi, OH and moved to Sunman, IN as a teenager. He is survived by his beloved wife of over 40 years, Kathy. Fred and Kathy moved to Tennessee in order to pursue their dreams. Fred founded Commercial Door and Hardware in 1989 and operated it for over 30 years. He employed hundreds of individuals and touched the lives of thousands. In 2003 he pursued his dream to become a private pilot. He shared his love of flying with family, and friends. Fred was a beloved husband, Father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. His laugh was infectious and was always ready for a fun time with family and friends. Fred will be deeply missed.

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1955
Born November 5
1956
Fred was 1 when the Interstate Highway System was created
1964
Fred was 9 when President Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act
1971
Fred was 16 when Walt Disney World opened in Florida
1989
Fred was 34 when "The Simpsons" debuted as a series
1994
Fred was 39 when "Friends" premiered
2005
Fred was 50 when the first video was posted to YouTube
2016
Fred was 61 when Pokemon Go sent millions outdoors hunting creatures
2021
Fred was 66 when the James Webb Space Telescope was launched
2022
Passed away October 9, age 66
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