Frederick Ebede

Pastor Frederick “Fred” Ebede, age 63, of Newark, DE, went home to be with the Lord on November 1, 2024. Born on November 16, 1960, in Ibrede, Delta State, Nigeria, to Celina and Gabriel Ebede Utuetu, Fred’s life was marked by faith, entrepreneurship, and an unwavering commitment to serving others. He left his hometown at a young age to pursue opportunities in larger cities across Nigeria, before eventually immigrating to the Netherlands, Germany where he shuttled between Nigeria and Germany running his car business “Fred-Mota”, and later moved to Gambia, from there to New York City here in the United States of America. After settling in the United States, Fred continued his luxury cars taxi business and made New York City his home before finally relocating to Newark, DE. A deeply entrepreneurial spirit, Fred founded All Peoples Food, a successful food distribution company specializing in African and Caribbean products. Also champions Isoko investment Food and education for all. His business ventures, however, were just one facet of his life’s work. With a heart for service, Fred also founded All Peoples Church and several charitable organizations aimed at helping the less fortunate. Through his ministries, he worked tirelessly to provide food and resources to impoverished communities in countries around the world, living out his faith through acts of generosity, kindness, and compassion. An ordained minister, Fred was known for his deep faith, integrity, generosity and a man of his word. He dedicated much of his life to helping others, always putting the needs of his family, friends, and those in need before his own. His selflessness extended beyond his work, as he was often found providing for those in his community and around the world, seeking to make a tangible difference wherever he could. A devout man of prayer and spirituality, Fred’s life was guided by his strong faith in God, which shaped his actions and relationships. His humility, kindness, and refusal to be a burden to others financially were defining characteristics that touched the lives of all who knew him. Pastor Fred’s legacy of compassion, generosity, and faith will live on in the hearts of his family, friends, and the many lives he impacted through his work and ministry. He is survived by his family and countless friends, all of whom will remember him for his enduring love and devotion to the Lord. In lieu of flowers, the family request planting a tree in Fred's honor. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation on December 6, 2024 from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EST) at the Strano & Feeley Family Funeral Home, 635 Churchmans Rd., Newark, DE 19702. A service in celebration of Fred's life will follow at 12:00 PM (EST). Burial will take place at Silverbrook Cemetery immediately following the service. For directions or to send an online condolence please visit www.stranofeeley.com.

Frederick Ebede

November 16, 1960 - November 1, 2024

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