Fred E. Storm, Sr., 79, of Chilton, passed away Saturday, February 22nd at a local hospital. Funeral services will be 10AM Tuesday, February 25th at Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon William deGraffenried officiating. Burial will follow at White Rock Cemetery in Ross. Visitation will be 6 to 8PM Monday, February 24th at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend in Waco. Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online Guest Book at www.LakeShoreFuneralHome.com.
Fred was born May 31, 1934 in Waco to Fred Leonard and Irene (Barton) Storm. He graduated from LaVega High School in 1952 and also played on the state football team. He married Peggy Juanell Holt on July 5, 1952. Together, they had four children. Fred worked in the milk industry for 36 years; retiring from Pure Milk in 1996. He married Patti (Douglas) Ellis on May 29, 1994. After retirement, Fred enjoyed raising cattle and hunting with his sons and grandsons. He was passionate about helping others. He also served as a longtime member of Chilton I.S.D. School Board, and as a board member of West Brazos Water Supply. He loved his family dearly and was especially proud of his children and grandchildren.
Fred was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Peggy (Holt) Storm; and son, Fred E. Storm, Jr.
Fred is survived by his wife, Patti Storm of Chilton; children, Carol Welstead and husband Mark of Hewitt, Shirley Westerfield and husband Mike of Crawford, Tim Storm and wife Linda of Tyler, daughter-in-law, Diane Storm of Valley Mills; and step-daughters Steffani Ellis of Ft. Worth and Tiffani Ellis of Waco; grandchildren, Matt Welstead, Melissa Welstead, Brian Nystrom, Adam Nystrom, Clayton Nystrom, Matt Westerfield, Amanda Jones, Brian Westerfield, Brittney Maness, Laurie Taylor, Brandon Storm, Jenny Feghali, Amber Storm, and Aaron Storm; 14 great grandchildren; sister, Pat Ogden of Groesbeck; brothers Donald Storm and wife Marilyn of Glenn Heights, and Bobby Storm and wife Brenda of China Spring; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members and friends.
Pallbearers will be his grandsons.
In lieu of flowers, memorials should be made to Chilton Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 537, Chilton, TX 76632.
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Our prayers for the family, may your hearts heal in God’s time.
Patti,
I’m so sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. He is watching over you all.
Barbara
I am saddened to hear of the faimly’s loss. The Bible has given us hope that through Jehovah’s Kingdom, soon death itself will be done away with (Rev. 21:4) May the god of al comfort be with you all.
Patti, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know he was the light of your life, and he was so good to you! It’s rare that we ever find anyone that compatable, you were very lucky to have him as long as you did. I am so thankful he is in no more pain! Praise the Lord he is home in glory with Jesus now….
so sorry for your loss, thinking about you in this sad time,,,bless you and your family,,sending all our love.
adrian and darlene
Patti, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. God will keep you wrapped in his arms and give you peace.
I am so sorry for your loss. deepest sympathy and prayers for the family
Tim,
My sincerest condolences to you and your family. The passing of a parent is a tough thing that I experienced twice. Remember the good times and as you look at your family, know that your father is proud and smiling down.
May the peace of the Lord be with you Patti.
My sympathy to Patti and all of the family. Prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Fred was as kind, caring, and hard working a person as you will ever meet. As his grandson, I could always truly sense his deep love for all of us.
We are so sorry for your loss of your Precious Dad. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love You,
Pam andJeff
Saddened to read / learn of your loss – As a family, continue to stay connected – You are loved – Blessings to all!!!!!
Sorry for your loss, Fred was truly a great man!
I only spoke with Fred on a couple of occasions but I could tell he had a soft heart and gentle hand…..Men like him are far and few between.
Shirley and the Storm Family,
Sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. You were all good neighbors to us on Leland.
Walter and Ruth Drake