Freddie Massey Obituary (1947 - 2020)

On June 9, 2020, Freddie Massey, Sr. transitioned peacefully in Clinton MD. Freddie was born and raised in the Washington, DC area. Freddie was the son of the late Minnie L. Massey and Ulysees Elmore. Freddie was educated at Spingarn Senior High School. He served in the U.S. Army for two years, was honorably discharged and supported the Military Disabled America Veterans (DAV). Freddie worked numerous jobs over the years. He was employed by GoldLine Bus Services, Brinks Armor Services, Naval Security as a bus driver, was a new car carrier from state-to-state, and managed the first McDonald's in Washington, DC. He enjoyed watching wrestling and football (Redskin fan), listening to R&B music (especially "Bonnie & Clyde" by Beyonce and Jay Z), and talking trash with anyone that crossed his path. Freddie is survived by his: sons and daughters from his marriage in 1968, Reginald Warfield, Shirley Gilliam (Kenny), Angela Massey (Irvin), Freddreaka Massey (David), Elizabeth Chapman (Eric), Freddie Massey Jr. (Natalie); children fathered thereafter, Nate Hawkins (Arial), Michael Spinner, James Offutt, Freddie Brown, and Barrington Wayne; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends; and a longtime companion, Diane Offutt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Louise Austin, and Betty Keitt.