Fred G. McNamara

Freddie George McNamara, 80, of Fremont, CA, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025, with his family by his side. Born April 2, 1945, in Denver, CO, to Chris-Dave and Francis McNamara, he was a proud U.S. Army veteran who served in the 459th Signal Battalion during Vietnam.

Fred had a long career in commercial construction through the Laborers Union and later founded F.P. Shannon Building and Concrete. He also fulfilled a dream by owning Arnie’s Time Out Lounge in Hayward, CA.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia McNamara; daughter, Shannon (Ruben Butler); grandchildren, Preston and Skylar McNamara Butler; sisters Betty Lou Mandler and Mary Louise McNamara; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and 14 siblings.

Fred was known for his kind heart, great stories, and love of the Denver Broncos. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A visitation will be held on Monday June 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM with a vigil starting at 6:30 PM at Berge Pappas Smith Chapel of the Angels, 40842 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA. A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at St. Edwards Church, 5788 Thornton Ave., Newark, CA with a burial to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, 26320 Mission Blvd., Hayward, CA.