Fred Veltman
September 19, 1954 - October 4, 2013
On October 4, 2013, we lost a loving father with a big personality and a friend to many.
Fred Veltman was born on September 19, 1954 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Tina Teerink and Henry Veltman.
Fred loved to fish and spend time with many friends in Wendover. He was a very intelligent person and loved to talk about history and politics with anyone willing to listen. Also, he was a very proud father and opa and a loving brother. His presence will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his children Brooke (Brett) and Colin Veltman; sister Tina (Harold) Wittke; brother August Veltman; four grandchildren whom he adored, Gavyn, Giselle, Wyatt and Zane; many nieces, nephews and cousins, all of whom he loved dearly.
Preceded in death by his parents and sisters Ina and Lidy and cousin James.
A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, October 8th at 7:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City.
Online condolences may be offered the family at www.starksfuneral.com
In Loving Memory
MY UNCLE FRED, I AM STILL IN SHOCK THAT YOU ARE NO LONGER HERE. I THOUGHT WE STILL HAD A WHILE IN LIFE TO BE IN EACHOTHERS LIVES. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER ALL OUR TIMES TOGETHER AND ALL THE COVERSATIONS THAT WE HAD. HERE IS A BIG HUG AND KISS FROM ME. I LOVE YOU.
YVONNE RUSSELL
MURRAY, UT
To Brooke and Colin and your families, We are so sorry for your loss!! We will miss Uncle Fred and sharing in his political conversations. He was always so thoughtful for my kids on their birthdays and at Christmas. He always remembered them and got them a little something since their grandma wasn't here to do it! I enjoyed him reminding me of Lidy and he would always tell us funny stories about her. He cared about extended family and always had a good story about them to share. Jason is sorry he isn't here to give you guys a hug! I know you guys and your kids were his whole world and he loved you so much! Your dad will be missed! We love you guys!!
Becky Haskins
West Valley City, UT
My condolences to Fred Veltman's Family....I worked at the UAF food Pantry for 11 years, Fred and I became good friends. I was there for him when he wanted to talk to some one... He was very proud of Brook & loved her great family. His son he also loved but he was in the service and he didn't get to see him or talk to him very often, I will miss Fred on Wednesdays. He always thanked me for being his friend. The last wed. I saw him he didn't look well, he thanked me for being there for him. with a very nice card. He is in a better place now with no more pain...... With sympathy, Myrna Wallace
Myrna Wallace
West Jordan, ., Ut
Colin and Brooke...you are here today Because of a great person your father? the greatest gift ever...he was taken away from you? at an early age? I love you more than to the moon itself ....My heart will always be with you? Even though we were divorced? know with all my heart and soul that he loved every minute he was with you? And being with nieces and nephews? They ll have an solace knowing the times and the presents Fred gave to each of them while he was here? Know that I'm very proud of both of you? Losing two fathers within two years is a short time we haven't really healed and this will continue? But be strong and brave remember the good times? Know that he is not suffering anymore? Love you with all my heart mom.........
Dee Ann Tate-Hinojosa
Bountiful, Ut