- Collection:
- Atlanta Funeral Programs Collection
- Title:
- Homegoing Celebration for the Life of Frederick S. Cruise, August 9, 1923 - November 23, 2004, Sunday, November 28, 2004, 1:00 pm, Murray Brothers Cascade Chapel, 1199 Utoy Springs Road, Atlanta, Georgia, Father Glenn Parker, St. John Evangelist Catholic Church, Officiating, Aven Kinsler, Organist
- Contributor to Resource:
- African-American Historical and Genealogical Society (Washington, D.C.). Metro Atlanta Chapter
Wesley Chapel Genealogy Group - Date of Original:
- 2004-11-28
- Subject:
- African American men--Georgia--Atlanta--History--20th century
African Americans--Funeral customs and rites--Georgia--Atlanta--History--20th century
Funeral rites and ceremonies--Georgia--Atlanta---History--20th century
Funeral service--Georgia--Atlanta--History--20th century
Mourning customs--Georgia--Atlanta--History--20th century
African Americans--Georgia--Atlanta--Genealogy - Location:
- United States, Georgia, Fulton County, Atlanta, 33.749, -84.38798
- Medium:
- church records
programs (documents)
records (documents) - Type:
- Text
- Format:
- application/pdf
- Description:
- Funeral program for Frederick S. Cruise. Birth date: August 9, 1923. Death date: November 23, 2004. Funeral date: November 28, 2004. Church: Murray Brothers Cascade Chapel (Atlanta, Ga.). The Atlanta Funeral Programs Collection is a project of the Digital Library of Georgia in association with the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History as part of Georgia HomePLACE. The project is supported with federal LSTA funds administered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Georgia Public Library Service, a unit of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia.
- External Identifiers:
- Metadata URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:aarl_afpc_cruisefredericks20041128
- Digital Object URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:aarl_afpc_cruisefredericks20041128
- Language:
- eng
- Extent:
- 1 page
- Holding Institution:
- Auburn Avenue Research Library on African-American Culture and History
- Rights:
-
J{omegoing Cefe6ration
J'or
'Ifie Life Of
J'redericl( S. Cruise
August 9~ 1923 November 23~ 2004
Murray Brothers Fun era l Home 404.349.3000
darryl allen,s quality printing & graphics 404 .755.0965
Sunday~ November 28, 2004 1:00pm
Murray 'Brothers Cascade Cliape[
1199 Utoy Springs Road Atlanta, Georgia
Father Glenn Parker
St. John Evangelist Catholic Church, Officiating
Aven Kinsler,
Organist
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Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free. I'm following the path God has laid for me.
I took His hand when I heard Him call. I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play Tasks left undone must stay that way, I found that peace at close of day.
If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Oh yes, these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I've savored much, Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don't lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your hearts and share with me,
God wanted me now,
HE SET ME FREE!
August~~!t!:~:Jleldest FrederickS. Cruise was born on
child of Vivia and Henry Cruise in St
James, Jamaica. His formative years and early schooling was between St. James, St. Catherine and
Kingston. He was known affectionately as Freddy. He loved his mother very much and at an early
age became the man of the house when his father was away working. He did everything in his power
to help her and make life easier for her, something he continued to do until she passed later in life.
His lifetime of hard work began in Kingston where he worked at Desnoes & Geddes, Cremo and
as a winemaker with Mr. West of "Khus Khus" fame. He quickly realized that entrepreneurship is
the way to wealth and financial independence. So he opened his own photography business and some
taverns. He also invested in real estate owning a farm and some business places. He achieved home
ownership at a time and in an area where few people could hope to.
He migrated in 1957 to New York where he lived and worked for 40 years! After being quite the
ladies man and breaking a few hearts he married his wife Venice and lived happily with her over 36
years. Always ready for action and not afraid of change, in 1997 he migrated with his family to At-
lanta, wher.e he made his home. He quickly adjusted to life in Georgia and was very proud of his ex-
tensive vegetable garden. "Mr. Fix It" made use of his handiness and endeavored upon many home
improvement projects that were always brought to completion.
Anyone who met Freddy would never forget him, his charm, personality and wonderful sense of
humor were unforgettable. Freddy was always laughing, always had a pleasant disposition even in
the face of adversity. After God made Freddy, He threw out the mold. He was a phenomenal man!
He instilled his values into his children and grandchildren. He led by example and what an example
he was! Freddy helped so many people by his actions and advice. He truly embodied the phrase,
"Father knows best !" Freddy always spoke his mind even if you didn't want to hear it and whether
you agreed with him or not. You had to admit that he was right. Although he did not attend a univer-
sity, he obtained degrees from the School of Life. He had a Bachelor's in Hard Work with a Minor in
Self-Discipline. He went on to earn a Master's in Wisdom and Understanding. He also earned a Doc-
torate in Loving and Kindness.
He will be remembered as someone who was always on the go. He was the type of person who
went the extra mile; a peaceful person who was willing to step away from a confrontation. Freddy
never looked or acted his age. He was fearless; even going out into the most recent hurricane, much
to the consternation of his beloved baby daughter. He never let his age hinder him. As a matter of
fact, I don't think that he gave it a second thought.
Celebrate his life! Freddy's life was one of great happiness and should be celebrated as such. He
prided himself on being the mighty, fierce lion and he was indeed . Life with Freddy has been a real
experience. The support, direction, tolerance and most of all love was immeasurable.
He leaves to mourn his loss his wife, Venice; his children, Orville, Audrey (Ashirah), Beverly,
Marcia, Karlene and Peter; his sisters, Gloria and Veryl; his brother, Ferley; thirteen grandchildren;
nieces; nephews; cousins; his brother of the heart, Uncle Mickey and many, many, many close
friends. REST WELL SWEET PRINCE!
Order ofService
Organ Prelude
Processional
Opening Song
"How Great Thou Art"
Prayer
Rev. Glenn Parker
1st Reading
Wisdom 3: 1-6,9
Psalm 23
Song
"Blessed Assurance"
2nd Reading
Romans 14: 7-9, IOb-2
Gospel
Rev. Glenn Parker
Solo
Tributes
Prayer ofFaith
Recessional "When The Roll Is Called Up Yonder"
Intennent
Monday, November 29, 2004 I 1:00am
Westview Cemetery 1680 Westview Drive
Atlanta, Georgia
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The family wishes to extend sincere gratitude and appreciation to everyone for their calls, prayers, love and support during our time ofbereavement.