Frederick Morgan Berthrong

Frederick Morgan Berthrong, 82, of Providence, UT departed this life in peace on November 2, 2025 after a battle against an aggressive form of blood cancer. Fred was an energetic, dynamic leader and innovator in Cache Valley business, church and volunteer activities for the many years he and his family have lived in the area. His legacy of accomplishments and quality of character will be remembered and his adventurous spirit sorely missed.

Fred was born on October 29, 1943 in New London, CT to Doris and Raymond Berthrong, the second of four children. As part of a Navy family subject to frequent moves, Fred learned to adapt to place, people and circumstance. The wide variety of his working career began upon graduation from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1965 with a Mechanical Engineering degree. He then completed training as a nuclear engineer and served as a submarine officer. Returning to civilian life, he earned a Masters in Nuclear Engineering and worked in both the nuclear power industry and energy efficiency design consulting. He later employed his engineering and management skills in the manufacturing industry in the Oakland, CA area and Logan, UT.

Family was foremost in his life. In partnership with his former wife Candace Howes Berthrong he raised three children; Alex, Sarah and Andrew. He was also a loving “Pappy” to seven grandchildren. He devoted much time and great energy to civic, church and community causes such as Boy Scout leadership and Rotary International.

Curiosity, particularly about the natural world, was one of Fred’s defining character traits. This and a competitive spirit drove him toward adventure and learning. He was never happier then when on some outdoor adventure with family or friends. Fred was an experienced and accomplished sailor who loved all there is about boats and being on the water. He could claim the quote from literature: "Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing–absolutely nothing–half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats". From beekeeping to learning a new language and immersing himself in another culture later in life, Fred was always eager to break new ground and continue to advance, achieve, and succeed for as long as life would allow. Fred Berthrong lived a high energy life to its fullest; a worthy legacy and an example for those who follow.

If you would like to give in his memory, he would suggest a donation to Rotary International, rotary.org

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