Frederick James Cloos
March 29, 1959 ~ October 25, 2004
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Arden ~ Frederick James Cloos, 45, of Arden, died unexpectedly, Monday, October 25, 2004.
A native of Providence, Rhode Island, Mr. Cloos was the son of the late William H. Cloos and is survived by his mother, Dorothy St. Germain Cloos of Providence. He worked as a physical therapist for Haywood Regional Medical Center and was a veteran of the US Air Force. Mr. Cloos served as a deacon and was a member of Biltmore Baptist Church.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Rizalyn Silvino Cloos of Arden; two sons, Frederick and William and two daughters, Danielle and Rachel, all of the home; two brothers, William and Frank Cloos both of Providence; three sisters, Laura and Mary Cloos of Providence, and Susan Meehan of Wakefield, RI.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 P.M. Friday at Biltmore Baptist Church with the Rev. James Walker officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Buncombe County Veterans Council Memorial Team.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 4:00 P.M. at the church.
Memorials may be made to Biltmore Baptist Church for Missions, 35 Clayton Road, Arden, NC 28704.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian on Long Shoals Road is in charge of arrangements.
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dear mama chalen,
i am very shocked and saddened by this unfortunante event… i just wanna say that i’ve always considered Papa Fred as my best and favorite uncle… he has always been so kind to me and i regret not being there to say goodbye.i love you very much and wish you the best! there’s always a time in a person’s life where in things go not as planned and the world seems to crash down on you …but GOD is just testing you and seeing how you would react & to me you’ve passed that test! you have loved GOD with all your heart your entire life and even lead me and my family closer to HIM… i am forever greatful…a breath away’s not far to wher Papa Fred is… imiss him soooooh much & ill never forget what he’s done for me… i love you very much and wish i could be with you right now…GOD BLESS!!!love , jadie*
Dearest Chalen,
Both yours and Fred’s strong faith and dedication to God has greatly boost my faith. How God is sustaining you now through your faith is strenthening my faith in Chrsit as well. Indeed
We just wanted to let you know how much we thought of Fred and how much we’re going to miss him. You and your family will be in our prayers. We love you.
Don, Virginia, Lamar, Charisse and family
Chalen, and children, you have been in my thoughts and prayers since Monday. I am so sorry,but I know you are a strong disciple and rely on HIM every minute. I am so sorry I cant be at the service because of work but I do plan to come to see you at your home in a few days. You and the children are in my prayers and thougts continually. In Christ Mary Anne Huntsinge
Chalen and kids,
What a shock to learn of Fred’s passing. I have great memories of Fred while you were a part of Beverly Hills Church. I especially remember his acting skills as part of the Dinner Theater at Beverly Hills Church. He portrayed the part of Jesus in an original play written by Dr. Steve Pressley. He took the character to heart — Jesus even had a northern accent! Fred is a person of great faith and humility. He loved you, his family, in such a great way. I know that your hearts are heavy now, but I pray that you take great solace in knowing that Fred is safe in heaven – surrounded by the love of His Heavenly Father. Know that I am praying for you and with you and thanking God for the precious gift of memory and the blessed hope of eternity. Thank you for sharing Fred with us and for giving us this opportunity to express our hearts to you. You are loved! May God be with you – especically in the coming days. I regret not being able to attend the funeral due to prior commitments. You will be in my prayers.
I am so sorry at your loss and have had you and the children in my thoughts and prayers, and I will continue to. That anchor of our soul, the Word of God, our hope reminds us his children never die! I found great comfort in that revelation when my father passed on, promotion as in passing on to the next grade. It is so hard to understand when we are the ones left behind, why God held their graduation ceremony sooner than we expected. This verse has been my strength and hope at many challenges this year, when I knew I could not do anything in my own strength or undertaking, I found courage and stability in these words. Deut 31:8 It is the Lord Who goes before you; He will [march] with you; He will not fail you or let you go or forsake you; [let there be no cowardice or flinching, but] fear not, neither become broken [in spirit–depressed, dismayed, and unnerved with alarm].
I trust they will strengthen you also.My prayers and love, SusZanne Ellison
To the Cloos Family:
I am sorry to here of your lost.
He was a great person to see in the hallway at the church.
But one day we will be able to see him again.
Your Sister in Christ
Wayna Metcalf
Mrs. Cloos & family,
I just want you to know that Fred was a very meaningful member of our team of employees at HRMC. We all looked forward to seeing Fred from day to day with his easy-going demeanor. Know that you and your family are in our prayers and that we will miss Fred’s kind words.
Jane L. Reeves (5th floor nursing)
We are keeping you and your family in our prayers.
Chalen,
Ron and I want you to know our prayers have been with you during the past days, and will continue in the months to come. We are saddened by Fred’s death, but we know there is rejoicing in Heaven at the Homecoming of one of His children! Chalen, Ron and I also want to thank you for the impact you and Fred had on Jackie’s life at Beverly Hills Baptist Church. It was the two of you who helped her to make the decision to follow Jesus as her Lord and Savior. I’ll never forget the Sunday night 13 years ago when she told us she had shared with the two of you her decision to follow Jesus…We will be eternally grateful to the both of you. May you and the children feel God’s peace and comfort.
In Christian Love,
Ron and Marcia Blaine
Chalen,
I cannot begin to tell you the positive impact you and Fred have had in so many lives. You and Fred were always willing to take chances and make sacrifices to follow Gods will for your lives. Accepting his call to share his love, forgiveness and grace with a lost and dying world. May Gods Eternal and Infinite Love continue to stir your heart in the days to come and go. Thank you for your love and encouragement you have given me in passing and conversation at Silver Bluff. Just know I am there for you Chalen. In JESUS NAME, WE PRESS ON!!!! In His love, Michael Conard
Chalen-
My thoughts and prayers have been with you and your family over the past week. May the strength God has provided you with continue to be a glorious light for others to see the great faith God gives to his children that love him. May your family be comforted knowing Fred is with Christ!
Gregory Leng
Biltmore Baptist Choir member
Chalen,
Michael and I were shocked, as everyone else to hear of Freds death. I didn’t know Fred, personally, but knew what a fine Christian family you all were. I know this must be a most difficult time for you and your children. Your faith will give you the strength to face each new day. Michael had enjoyed seeing you at Silver Bluff, and appreciated your encouraging words you so freely and lovingly gave him. May God be with you and your children. You are in our prayers. As Michael said, In Jesus Name We Press On. With our deepest sympathy. Linda