Obituaries

Fredrick Howard McPeek

FREDRICK HOWARD MCPEEK, 70, of Weirton, WVpassed away peacefully with his loving family by his side November 21, 2024. Born in Weirton on February 3, 1954, Fredrick was a cherished son of Samuel and Nellie Shuman McPeek. A graduate of Brooke High School’s Class of 1972, Fredrick dedicated his life to his family. He was a father figure to all his nieces and nephews, offering guidance, love, and unwavering support. For 20 years, Fredrick’s steadfast devotion to caring for his parents was a true testament to his selflessness and compassion, serving as an inspiring example to all who knew him. Fredrick had a deep passion for history, reflected in his love for collecting antiques. Each piece in his collection came with a story that he was delighted to share. He also had a profound interest in genealogy, dedicating countless hours to tracing and preserving his family’s history for future generations. Throughout his life, Fredrick worked at Service Systems and Healthways, where his kind and patient demeanor left a lasting impression on colleagues and clients alike. Known for his calm and gentle spirit, Fredrick’s actions consistently centered around the well-being of his family. He seldom got upset and approached life with grace and understanding, endearing him to all who had the privilege of knowing him. Fredrick’s legacy is one of love, kindness, and devotion to family. He will be deeply missed but forever remembered by those whose lives he touched. In addition to his parents, Fredrick was preceded in death by his brothers, Thomas E. (Lois) McPeek, and Edward McPeek, and sister Linda M. (Emery) Barnhart. Left to cherish his memory with love are his sister Debra (Lawrence) Casto, sister-in-law Linda McPeek, and many nieces and nephews. Friends were inivited to visit Fredrick’s family on Monday, November 25, 2024, at the Colliers Way Church of Christ, Weirton, where his funeral services were also conducted, with Minister Tom Derby officiating. Fredrick was cremated at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home Crematory, Weirton. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations may be made in Fredrick’s name to Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital, at Stjude.org. Share online condolences at www.grecohertnick.com.