L. Frederick (Freddie) Tomlinson Sr., age 88, of Mathews, passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Inez Tomlinson, and wife of 51 years, Jeanette H. Tomlinson. Freddie retired from NASA in 1995 after 41 years of service. He was a 50-year member and past Master of Oriental Lodge 20 AF & AM, a member of Urbanna Royal Arch Chapter 59, a member of Central United Methodist Church, an honorary member of the Mathews Volunteer Fire Department, and an affiliate of Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. Freddie is survived by his son, L.F. (Ricky) Tomlinson Jr. and wife Carol; grandson, Steve Tomlinson and wife Mallory; great-granddaughter, Lacey Tomlinson; sister-in-law, Mary Elizabeth Hudgins, and several additional family members. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at St. Paul Cemetery, Susan, Va. As per Freddie’s request, memorial contributions may be made to the Mathews Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 1130, Mathews, Va. 23109, or to Central United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 297, Mathews, Va. 23109.

Services under the direction of Hogg Funeral Home.