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Fred E. Paige of Mt. Hood, Ore., passed away Dec. 20, 2023, at Oregon Veterans Home in The Dalles, Ore. Fred was born Sept. 25, 1931, in Memphis, Tenn., to parents Fred E and Nell (Hinesley) Paige. He was 92 years of age at the time of passing.
After beginning college with an architectural major, Fred joined the United States Marine Corps in 1951 when he was 19. He served in Korea, Vietnam and several other countries in the 9th Engineers, building schools and needed infrastructure in countries where he was stationed. He earned recognition wherever he served, including a Bronze Star, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with palm, Army Meritorius Unit Citation, among many others. He retired in 1971 with the rank of Major. Using his skills from his service time, he opened his own business as a construction contractor which he continued until retiring in 2005.
He married Particia in 1987 and they enjoyed many years of working together, camping, fishing, canoeing, traveling, visiting family and just having fun. They joined the Master Gardener program in 1995, where he became the composting master, loving and teaching and creating.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia, always “George” to him; his sister, Sue Paige; son, Sam Paige; daughter, Becky Paige; and son, Ron and wife Jody Harris. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Jean Paige, granddaughter Jill Wyatt, first wife Mary and their daughter, Tina.
His family gives special thanks to The Oregon Veterans Home and their caring and skillful staff. Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center, 1401 Belmont Ave., Hood River, Ore. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.
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