Fred Marvin Head Jr.

December 22, 1936 - October 15, 2018

Fred Marvin Head, Jr. 81 of Baileyton died Monday, October 4 15, 2018 at his residence. Mr. Head was born December 22, 1936 in Marshall County, the son of Fred, Sr. and Lessie Mae York Head. He served in the United States Navy with Honor and Courage during the Vietnam War. He was a heavy equipment operator; retired from the F & J Grading Company. Mr. Head was also a graduate of Theology School, working with a dear friend, Mr. Head traveled 11 times to the rural, remote areas of Mexico doing Missionary Work and establishing and building several churches in those areas of Mexico. He also did pastoral work in this area, ministering to and for many people and churches. He especially enjoyed going to services at Shiloh New Tabernacle Church. Fred is survived by his wife: Jackie Castleberry Head of Baileyton; a son and daughter-in-law: Andrew Scott Head (Michelle) of Arab; a daughter and son-in-law: Kimberly “Kim” Head Golson (Brian) of Birmingham; 6 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild; a sister and brother-in-law: Judy Cox (Tony) of Arab and a host of nieces, nephews, other family members and many dear friends; he was preceded in death by a son: Fred Marvin Head III, his parents: Fred, Sr. and Lessie Mae Head and a brother: Harlon H. Head. Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 18, 2018 at Gober Funeral Chapel, Brother Greg Stone, officiating. Burial will be in Gilliam Springs Cemetery, Gober Funeral Chapel, directing. Pallbearers will be Ethan Golson, Brian Golson, Scott Head, Mitch Cox, Ervin Lamm and Leno Perez. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at Gober Funeral Chapel.