Bro. Alvin Frederick

Brother Alvin Frederick was born on March 24,1934 in Covington, Louisiana. Our Lord peacefully ushered him to eternal rest on March 11, 2025.

Al was one of eleven children born to the late Henry Sr and Josephine Frederick.  Alvin was affectionately known as "Buck " to all the offspring from that union and the many friends who came to know and love him. Alvin and Vialee were united in holy matrimony in July,1961. Alvin’s journey in life was accompanied by his loving wife, Vialee, he was a devoted husband and a loving father.  

In 1952, Al graduated from Covington Rosenwald High School. After graduation, he served honorably in the US Armed Forces.  After being honorably discharged from the Army, he attended Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was recruited by the Boeing Company and relocated to Seattle, WA.  Al had a passion for sports, he served as CAYA football coach. His influence extended beyond the game—he taught young athletes the values of perseverance, teamwork, and kindness.

In 1995, Al retired from the Boeing Company, together with his wife they traveled across the country creating memories that will be forever cherished by his wife. Al's legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering support for his family will continue to inspire those who carry his memory. His impact on the lives of his loved ones will be profoundly felt and remembered. Al’s generosity and unwavering support will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Under the leadership of Pastor Henry Jenkins, Miracle Temple C.O.G.I.C, Al served as Pastor Mentor, Sunday School teacher, Treasurer, YPWW teacher and worked with the youth arranging various activities at church and away that appealed to youth while encouraging them to be faithful followers.

Al later reunited with Israelite C.O.G.I.C under the leadership of Supt Alvin Horton Sr.  Al ministered to Veterans and sick and shut in. Al was a man of deep faith; he was a faithful member of Israelite C.O.G.I.C where he and his wife shared their spiritual journey. Al was the caregiver, lover and protector of his wife. He lived a full and eventful life until his health began to decline.

Al leaves to cherish his memories, his beloved wife Vialee Frederick, two daughters, Gwynetth Kelly (Gerald) of Phoenix AZ, Angela Harris of Kent, WA one granddaughter, Gerika Kelly of Dallas, TX, five goddaughters, one sister-in-law Geraldine (John) Brumfield Bossier City, Louisiana and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Al was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Josephine Frederick, Sr; nine sisters, Alice Frederick, Olivia Williams, Mary Frederick, Annie Mae Crutchfield, Delores Elliott, Lillie Frederick, Pearlie Reynolds, Queen Frederick and Susie Frederick; five brothers, James Frederick, Sr., Henry Frederick, Jr., Joseph Frederick, Jacob Frederick and Ernest Frederick. Alvin will be sadly missed by all who loved him, but God loved him best.

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