Fredrick W. Shade
September 23, 1966 ~ March 31, 2025
Born in: Union City, Pennsylvania
Resided in: Cleveland, Ohio
Fredrick William Shade, 58, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 31, 2025. He was born on September 23, 1966. He grew up in Union City, Pennsylvania but has lived in Cleveland. Ohio the past 20 years.
As a Union City High School student, he lit up the stage as King Arthur in Camelot. Fred went on to gain his Communication Degree from Clarion University. He was known in his career as an Innovator, Talent Agent, Talent Manager, Advisor, Accelerator, Marketer, a Development Specialist, and a Mid Century Modern Enthusiast. Fred would say “I make rockstars!”. More importantly, he will be remembered as a Son, Brother, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin, and Friend.
He was preceded in death by his father William J. Shade, grandparents John and Mary Sega and Raymond and Marie Shade, uncle John “Sam” Shade, uncle Michael “Archie” and aunt Arline Lutzo, and Aunt Shirley Flynn (Sega).
Fred is survived by his mother Mary Ann Shade, sister Melody Shade of Columbus, Ohio, brother Terry (Traci) Shade of Edinboro, Pennsylvania, and nieces Taylor Regan (Jeffery) of Richmond, Virginia and Allison Shade of Edinboro.
Family and friends are invited to visitation on Saturday, April 5th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Warren-Glenn Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 62 South Main Street, Union City, Pennsylvania 16438. A memorial service will immediately follow at 4:00 pm with Father Jerry Priscaro, officiating.
Private burial will take place at Saint Teresa Cemetery, Union City.
In lieu of flowers, please take a moment to think of Fred when you attend any performance or listen to any genre of music. As Fred would say “THE SHOW MUST GO ON!”
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Fred’s Book of Memories online at www.WarrenGlennFH.com
Services
Visitation: Saturday, April 5, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Warren-Glenn Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
62 South Main Street
Union City, Pennsylvania 16438
Memorial Service: Saturday, April 5, 2025 4:00 pm
Warren-Glenn Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc.
62 South Main Street
Union City, Pennsylvania 16438
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Very sorry for your loss…. My thoughts and prayers are with you all…🙏🙏🙏
Fred? Who the hell is Fred? I knew Derf, Fred spelled backwards.
I met him at Clarion University where we lived in the same dorm for a year and then again off-campus for another two. We roomed with a cast of characters where Fred held his own, being as eccentric as anyone else. He was unflinchingly kind while being cynically direct. He had a laser-like professional focus based on a foundation for the love of music. I do not hear Pink Floyd without thinking about Derf and his Salvador Dali posters. He was the first of my friends to gain employment in his field of study and desired area of interest. Like all my friends at Clarion, he was a sun in his own universe with a pull and a force that was uniquely human. I was glad when our universes intersected. I am better for that even though today my universe is little less bright to learn of this news. He was quirky and passionate, he made you feel like you were special and that he was better for knowing you. He was a man of the people and intensely private at the same time. The last time I saw Derf, four years ago, his demeanor, his approachability, his laughter, his aura were all unchanged and therefore was the text-book personification of consistency. What an absolute joy he was!! How lucky am I that I knew Derf!!!
Love you, Fred
I’m so sorry to hear this. He was a genuine and kind man
When I saw you last year, I was so happy to hear that you found a new purpose that allowed you to be your authentic self. You meant so much both professionally and personally.
I’m really going to miss your laugh and the names you lovingly give your friends ❤️
I am so sorry for loss- Fred was such a kind hardworking person. I am grateful that our paths crossed in the music business. He will be missed .
With peace and love-
Amy Kaplan
Sara & Jack Springer
Fred was the best of the best. I loved working with him and he traveled with us on tour a few times. My sincere condolences to the family and to all who will miss him as I will.
I always loved workingv with Fred at A
&M..He was a true music guy and a superficial guy…R.I.p.
I always loved workingv with Fred at A
&M..He was a true music guy and a supernice guy…R.I.p.
To the Shade Family,
So sorry for your sudden loss. My condolences.
Fred was truly an amazing guy. I’ll miss our talks, his “WHAT’D YOU DO!?” remarks, and his wisdom that he shared with me the last 15 years. I’ll miss you, buddy.
This is a light that will be missed! Fred had a warm soul, kind grace, and a big heart. He was filled with love and passion for the music, and artists and radio stations he worked with for many years, and the artists and music fans he loved helping connect. It is a sad day when we lose a great one too young. Thank you for so much love and joy and laughter!
We will miss you Cousin Fred! I cherish my fond memories of you and your sweet family!
I miss you so much already. 20 years wasn’t enough time to know you.
When I had no where to go you gave me a home.
When I was at my lowest you were there telling me how to pick myself back up.
You never let me give up on myself. You scolded me when I was wrong. You were always in my corner looking out for me.
You were the father figure I went to when I’d thought I’d lost mine. You were an older brother encouraging me every day to be myself. You were my best friend.
You were an amazing storyteller, confidant, and adventurer.
You were an amazing person.
You were my found family.
I love you Fred Shade.
WE WERE SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF FREDDY’S PASSING. HE WAS A SWEET NEIGHBOR BOY THAT PLAYED WITH THE KIDS ON MURRY RD. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. SO MANY PRECIOUS MEMORIES WE HAVE OF THEM.
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE WHOLE FAMILY.
LOVE, BUZZ AND VIOLET YOST, AND FAMILY 💕💔😪
I remember our carefree times together at the campground Fred! I can still see your face and hear your singing all these years later. Rest well my friend, Mike “sunshine” Coburn (nobody ever called me that but you! LOL)
Fred was the highlight of my day when he would visit my radio station in Detroit. Funny, insightful, gifted storyteller. To the Shade Family – sorry for your loss and thank you for sharing Fred with all of us.
Fred was a friend, then a mentor, then a colleague, but always a friend first. He was kind, helpful and passionate about his interests. He was also really funny and an amazing story teller. He loved music, he loved the people he worked with and he loved Shark Week. I will miss him vey much.
Punchline loves you, Fred Shade. Thank you for being our manager. You were so generous and you actually cared, too.
I’m truly sad to learn of Fred’s passing, as it was always a pleasure to converse with him at Philadelphia radio stations and music events. He was a knowledgeable and witty music lover, and he will be fondly remembered.