Mr. Fred Arthur Trotman
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Mr. Fred Arthur Trotman

  • December 16, 1925 - October 12, 2011
  • Bakersfield, California
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“Sandy and James, Terry and I send our deepest sympathies at this difficult times. Know that your father is at peace now and in a better place. God...Read More » ”
1 of 10 | Posted by: Cathi Cleveland - Mojave, CA

“My family's thoughts and prayers go out to yours during this time~~ There's something like a line of gold thread running through a man's words when...Read More » ”
2 of 10 | Posted by: Cindy Randall - Tehachapi, CA

“So sorry for your loss Sandy, you are in my thoughts and prayers ”
3 of 10 | Posted by: Tom Shea

“Rest in Peace Mr. Troutman ”
4 of 10 | Posted by: Betty Ellis - California City, CA

“Sandy and James, my thoughts and prayers are with you. ”
5 of 10 | Posted by: Valda Gant - Wesley Chaple, FL

“Sandi and James, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here if you need anything. GOD Bless my friend. ”
6 of 10 | Posted by: Joyce Austin - California City, CA

“Sandy, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Please accept my sincere...Read More » ”
7 of 10 | Posted by: Jean Kelly - Rosamond, CA

“Sandra and James know that God loves you and He is your sources of strength. Keep Him in front of you to carry your tears and He will give you joy in...Read More » ”
8 of 10 | Posted by: Linda Phillips Bell and Reginald Bell - CA

“Sandy, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. May the peace of GOD surround you and the LOVE of christ keep...Read More » ”
9 of 10 | Posted by: Michelle Shah - Rosamond, CA

“Sandy and James, We are very sorry to hear about your dad. It is never easy to lose a parent, but at least you can be comforted in the knowledge...Read More » ”
10 of 10 | Posted by: Kathleen Breitkreutz - CA


Fred Arthur Trotman, 85, went home to be with the Lord on October 12, 2011. He was born in Christ Church, Barbados, on December 16, 1925. He found the Lord and was baptized in 1940. He immigrated to America in 1951, having first traveled to Trinidad, and Panama. Fred was a hard-working man, with a strong desire to provide for his family. He held many different careers during his life, working as a radio operator, a greeting card writer, and a substance abuse counselor. He ended his career working as a prison guard in the State of New York.

Fred met his future wife, Gladys Trotman (nee Falcher), while attending school in Manhattan, New York. They married in 1956, and their union produced one child, their daughter, Sandra (Trotman) Jenkins.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Donald F. Trotman and Louise (Smith) Trotman, and many siblings, including his brothers, Cecil, Clyde and Egbert, and his sister, Olga. He is survived by his daughter Sandra (and James) Jenkins, and his former wife, Gladys. Fred also leaves behind his nieces, Janice and Gail, and nephew, Craig. Fred will be missed by all who knew him, including a host of grand-nieces and nephews, friends and extended family.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 22, 2011, at Stickel Mortuary, 2201 Inyo St., Mojave, CA, 661-824-2328, www.simpletribute.com.