I N L O V I N G M E M O R Y

Frederick Carl Eisenhut “Friar Fred”

A Service of Worship in Celebration of the Life of Frederick Carl Eisenhut - “Friar Fred”

December 7, 1935—August 22, 2020

Saturday, September 19, 2020 1:00 PM

Prelude Variations on the 23rd Psalm (Margaret Sandresky) Michael Rees, organist

As we gather today we are mindful of the COVID19 pandemic that is gripping our world. In addition to offering prayers for the sick and deceased, we are taking every precaution to “Do No Harm!” Please sit by household and

ensure that you are abiding by social distance guidelines that require all others stay at least six feet apart. Please also wear masks/face coverings at all times while in the building and use the hallways, gathering rooms and bathrooms we

have designated for you. We also ask that instead of singing out loud you hum, or simply meditate on the words of each song. Likewise, please silently participate in the responsive readings.

Greeting Rev. Darneather Murph-Heath

* The Call to Worship As the deer pants for streams of water, so we long for you, O God. We thirst for you, the living God. When can we come and stand in your presence? Through each day, the Lord pours unfailing love upon us, Through each night we sing God’s songs, praying to the One who gives us life. Send out your light and your truth, O God. Let them guide us to Your holy mountain, Take us to the place where you live. Then we will go to the altar of God, the source of all our joy.

* Hymn #545 “The Church’s One Foundation”

Words of Assurance and Grace

PrayerEternal God, you have shared with us the life of Fred Eisenhut. Before he was ours, he was yours. For all that Fred has given us to make us what we are, for that of his which lives and grows in each of us, and for his life that in your love will never end, we give you thanks. As now we offer Fred back into your arms, comfort us in our loneliness, strengthen us in our weakness, and give us courage to face the future unafraid. Draw those of us who remain in this life closer to one another, make us faithful to serve one another, and bring us to know that peace and joy which is eternal life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

(Please rise in body or in spirit as designated by *)

(Please rise in body or in spirit as designated by *)

Sharing of Memories Psalm 23

Solo “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” Rosalyn Wesley Reflections on a Life Well Preached

John 14: 1-4, 18-21 Reverend Keck Mowry Luke 24 Reverend Richard Wang 2 Timothy 4: 1-7 Reverend Chris Winkler

Prayer of Blessing

The Lord’s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy Kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. * Hymn #711 “For All the Saints”

* Committal and Benediction

* Postlude Fanfare on Take Me Out to the Ballgame

The family of Fred Eisenhut is grateful for the outpouring of love and support they have received. As we continue our celebration of Friar Fred’s life, we invite you to pick up a box

lunch and drink in Fellowship Hall following the service. (Please wear your mask/face covering when visiting and practice six foot social distancing)

Barrington United Methodist Church98 Algonquin Road

Barrington, IL 60010

Reverend Fred Eisenhut died suddenly on August 22, 2020 of acute renal failure. Fred, age 84, was the loving husband and father of three children. Fred was born

December 7, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois to Fred and BeAda (Felde) Eisenhut. He attended Chicago Public Schools, received his undergraduate degree from North

Central College and Master of Divinity from Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary. He was ordained in 1962 and joined the Northern Illinois Conference

of the United Methodist Church.

In December of 1962 he married the love of his life, Kathleen Tyree. Fred served as pastor at parishes in Maple Park, Cortland, Savanna, Dundee, Villa Park,

and Oswego, retiring to Huntley IL in 2005 where he developed many strong friendships. Fred had a passion for teaching. Well known for his love of reading, he found joy in sharing his insights and experiences with others. For him, there

was no such thing as “too many books”. As a minister, he was known for his gentle humor and compassionate spirit, officiating over moments of joy and providing

comfort in moments of sorrow. In 2016 his lifelong devotion to the Chicago Cubs was finally rewarded when they won the World Series.

Fred is survived by his wife, Kathy; their three children, Fred Jr., Joanna and Jason. Fred is also survived by loving siblings, Marlene Blacklaw, Joanne (Don) Lange,

Richard (Maria) Eisenhut; and in-laws, Cyndy (Tim) Eckblad, Carol (Bob) Haider, Thomas Tyree, and Jeanne (Don)Tyree-Francis; several cousins, and many nieces

and nephews. Fred was preceded in death by his parents; and brother-in-law, Gerald Blacklaw.

Memorial donations may be made to Huntley Area Public Library or Barrington United Methodist Church.