He was born to Curtis Deonal Kulbeth and Gladys Wright Kulbeth, May 26, 1924, in Wilmar, Arkansas.
Fred is survived by his wife of 63 years, Patricia Ruth Porter, and by two sisters, Kathryn Siedell of Richardson, TX and Joan Smith of Oklahoma City, OK.
He is also survived by 10 children (2 sons and 8 daughters), 40 grandchildren, and 39 great-grandchildren. His children are: James Deonal (Patricia), Fountain, CO, Roger (Olivia), Stafford, VA, Teresa (David Hocking), Raleigh, NC, Carolyn (Blaine Kennington), Castle Rock, WA, Anita (Rod Lyon), Sandy, UT, Belinda (James Shaw), Sandy, UT, Janice (Ron Gneiting), Parker, CO, Virginia (Jody Lemmon), Allen, TX, Marsha Fletcher, Vancouver, WA, Nancy (Rick Bloxham), Pocatello, ID.
Fred graduated from Wilmar High School in 1941. He served in the Army at the end of WWII in Fujiya, Japan where he met General Douglas McArthur. He received a BS/BA degree in Accounting from the University of Arkansas in 1953, interrupting his studies at the University to serve in the National Guard and Korean Conflict.
Fred and Patricia lived in LaPorte, Texas for 22 years before moving back to Wilmar, Arkansas. Fred enjoyed participating in community improvements, helping establish the Barkada Water Association and Volunteer Fire Department. He was a Master Gardener and Boy Scouts of America volunteer.
Fred was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and considered his family to be his greatest blessing.
He was a farmer at heart and he loved music, writing poetry, and stargazing.
Condolences(31)
john and betty kulbeth
merced, CA Wednesday, September 25, 2013 Patricia and family...just learned of the passing of Fred.We are so saddened over the loss of such a dear friend and cousin. We will always remember the many visits we had over the years. Our best to all.
Levie Angle
Warren,Ar., AR Monday, September 23, 2013 Patricia and family, I am so sorry for your loss,will keep you in my prayers. LevieGene and Sally Ivey
Provo, UT Sunday, September 22, 2013 We just learned that Fred passed away. Your grandson is in our ward and told us today about Fred. Sorry for your loss and you have our prayers and best wishes and our memories while in Baytown and LaPorte.Dorene Kulbeth Loveall
Porterville, CA Sunday, September 22, 2013 From another Kulbeth Family Tree researcher. I never met Fred, But, I talked to him on the phone when I first learned on the branch of the family that lived in Arkansas, He provided a lot of information to me and my father's 1st cousin John A Kulbeth of Merced, CA. And, I am in contact with his daughter, Janice. And, since I know he was a Godly man, I know he is with the Lord. Earth's loss is heaven's gain. My prayers are with wife and the rest of his family.David Berges
Houston, TX Saturday, September 21, 2013 Hard to believe it's been 35+ years since I've seen Fred Kulbeth, but I will never forget him nor his dedication to his faith and his family. May God continue to bless you all, and may Fred's legacy ever be remembered.Tanya Carlson
Shirley, MA Saturday, September 21, 2013 I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a wonderful and kind-hearted man. I have so many fond memories of my many homecomings to Arkansas...a place that I hold near and dear to my heart. Though he will be missed dearly, an angel has returned home and has taken his place in heaven as he watches over all of his loved ones here.Mary Gayle Cox
Brenham, TX Saturday, September 21, 2013 Patsy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your children at this sad time. Your children will be a great comfort to you.Melanie Ferguson
Baytown, TX Thursday, September 19, 2013 Earth has lost a great man, while the heavens rejoice at Fred's triumphal homecoming. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Patricia, and all your wonderful family at this time.Ira and Melanie
Kitty Sue Barber
Baytown, TX Thursday, September 19, 2013 I am SO sorry to hear of Fred's death. I have always thought that he was an especially good person.Kitty Sue Barber
Hazel Potts
monticello, AR Thursday, September 19, 2013 Dear Patricia and FamilyI was so sadden to hear of Fred going home to be with the LORD,The Potts family and Kulbeth family goes back many years. Fred was such a good person so quite and
humble who loved the LORD and his family very much He
will be greatly missed by so many, My prayers are with you and children. Hazel and all the family
Terry & Sharon Reynolds
, LA Thursday, September 19, 2013 We fondly remember, and with great respect, Brother Kulbeth from our early years of living in La Porte, TX. He, his dear wife & family, would faithfully drive every Sunday to our home in Morgan's Point to give our family a ride to church. This meant going the opposite way from their house and surely must have been a challenge for them, causing them to leave their home earlier than they would have otherwise.. It was Brother Kulbeth who among other gospel truths, taught us about the law of the fast. Both Brother & Sister Kulbeth were sterling examples of what it means to be & live Christ like. We will always be grateful for their loving kindness to us, so new in the church. May all of their family be blessed forever more.Cleon and Margaret Carraway
Baytown, TX Wednesday, September 18, 2013 Dear Patricia and family, our prayers are with you. We often think with fond memories of the old Baytown Ward on Pruett Street and all the wonderful members that have scattered all over the United States.Love Cleon and Margaret Carraway
Tim Berges
Cleveland, TX Wednesday, September 18, 2013 Reminds me a little of my Dad! Didn't know him too well, but had the opportunity to spend some time with his family when my parents were out of town. Amazing Family!Nan Carter
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 18, 2013 To Patricia and the family.. My prayers are with you at this difficult time. There have been so many times that you and Fred were there for me.. espcially when I lost Jim. Then when you guys went to the Memphis templ4e wit me so that Jim and I could be sealed. You've been there during the many times when I needed a friend to talk to or just visit with. May God bless you during this hard time. Love you always...Stece and Carole Bowers
Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 17, 2013 So sorry for your loss Ms. Patricia. You and Mr. Fred have truly been and inspiration for us in our community. LovedMr. Freds willingness to jump in and help wherever needed. Loved his spirit. He will be missed.
Travis & Katie Kulbeth & Family
Boerne, TX Tuesday, September 17, 2013 We are saddened by the loss of our dear Grandpa in this mortality, but find much joy in the legacy he has left behind in the form posterity and the tremendous example he was to all of us. There is so much of the life and values that he and Grandma instilled that has lasted through the generations and will be a shining beacon to his ever-increasing posterity. Many thanks, Grandpa, for your love, guidance, and quiet strength. In loving memory until we meet again - Travis, Katie & kidsBetty Kulbeth Franklin
Athens, TX Tuesday, September 17, 2013 serve the Lord all the days of your life and you will surely be blessed. I am the sister of Delbert Kulbeth and Dean K Boozer and Linda K Kulbeth. Daughter of Robert and Bonnie Kulbeth. Betty FranklinMARK&CONNIE HAYNES
MONTICELLO, AR Tuesday, September 17, 2013 OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH SIS. KULBETH AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY. I HAVE MANY GOOD MEMORIES OVER THE PAST 35 YEARS-BRO. KULBETH TEACHING ME AND MAYBE ME TEACHING HIM A TINY MINUTE LITTLE BIT. HE WAS A VERY WISE, KIND A GENEROUS MAN. I KNOW WITHOUT A DOUBT HE IS IN A MUCH BETTER PLACE NOW. MAY HEAVENLY FATHER WRAP HIS ARMS AROUND YOU ALL AT THIS TIME AND GIVE YOU PEACE AND COMFORT.Susan and Donald Enderle
Loganville, GA Tuesday, September 17, 2013 The kindness and generosity of the Kulbeths was one of the best memories that we took with us when we moved away from Monticello. The world would be a much better place with more people like them in it!Sue Breeding
Crossett, AR Tuesday, September 17, 2013 Patricia,I just heard about your loss. May Heavenly Father be with you and your family during this time. Fred was a dear friend [as are you] who will be dearly missed.
I sent a sympathy card to you this morning.
Your sister in Christ,
Sue
Neal and Rebecca Kennington
Provo, UT Tuesday, September 17, 2013 We are grateful for the time we had to become acquainted with Grandpa Kulbeth. His quiet strength and intelligence stand out in our memories. We are grateful for his peaceful passing, assured that we will see him again and that he is now at peace. We pray for Grandma Kulbeth as she deals with the loss of her sweet and steady companion. Any separation must be difficult when such love and devotion exist.Bruce Brown
Monticello, AR Tuesday, September 17, 2013 My thoughts & prayers are with you. It was always a joy when I got to visit in the Post Office & to hear of the family.Justin & Sarah Hocking
Denver, CO Monday, September 16, 2013 We are saddened by the loss of our Grandpa Kulbeth, but we know he is at peace with Heavenly Father now. His life was a testimony of the blessings of family and sharing the love of the Gospel. Our prayers are with you, Grandma, and all your children at this time. We love you.David and Regina Vaughn and Family
Devine, TX Monday, September 16, 2013 Our thoughts and prayers are with you.David, Regina, Cadence, Aria, Dmitri, Melodie and Kyrie Vaughn
Joann Adair Holian
Monticello, AR Monday, September 16, 2013 Patricia,& Family,so sorry for your loss but, he is no longer in pain and has a new body I know he will be missed by many many people .Fred was a great man and honorable man and he fought the fight long and hard he is so much better off than we are .May God bless all of u with his love and comfort in days to come. God bless
Sincerely Joann Adair Holian
Paul and Betty Grafton
Monticello, AR Monday, September 16, 2013 Patricia and family: Paul and I are so sorry to hear about Fred. We thought the world of him and we always enjoyed having you all join our family for our Fourth of July picnics. He was a good man, and we are lucky to be his cousins. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.Gail Kizer
Monticello, AR Monday, September 16, 2013 It was always very uplifting to talk to Mr. Kulbeth; he seemed to always have a smile on his face. His life will live on through his wonderful children and wife. He will certainly be missed.Tonya Tollett
Wilmar, AR Monday, September 16, 2013 It has been a true blessing having Mr Fred & Mrs Pat in our lives. Our family has grown to love then like our own. Our toughts and prayer are with you and your family. We love you Jason & Tonya Tollett & boys.Glenda Andrews
Monticello, AR Monday, September 16, 2013 Ms. Patricia, please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your husband and father. My goodness! As I read his obituary, I could not help but smile at a life well-lived and such a wonderful family to honor him.Carole (Doss) & Owen Rushing
Woodlawn, AR Sunday, September 15, 2013 Dear Patricia and family, we are so saddened to hear of Fred's passing. I know we are to rejoice in one gone home to be with our Lord but we are sad for our own selfishness. My sister and brother-in-law, Mary and James Lasiter, have never had better friends and neighbors, living what our Lord taught. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers at this difficult time. May God grant you the peace and comfort that only HE can now and in the future.Carole and Owen Rushing
James and Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Sunday, September 15, 2013 Patricia and family, please accept our sympathy at your great loss. Fred was a good friend and neighbor to us. We will miss him greatly. Know that you are in our prayers.