Fred A. Walsh was born in Beaufort in 1947. He graduated from Beaufort High School in 1965, from The Citadel in 1969, and served in the USCGR from 1971 – 1977. Fred later received two Master’s degrees, taught school in Beaufort, and worked in the family business. He had a state license in plumbing and a master’s degree in plumbing. In Jacksonville, FL, he worked as a realtor. Fred died on December 19, 2023. He is survived by two children, Caitlyn & Brian Patrick. His family and friends held a celebration of life at Hunting Island lighthouse on January 20, 2024.