Fred Lupe Carrasca, 85, passed away peacefully on Aug. 22, 2026, in Oroville, Calif., Fred was born on Feb. 19, 1941, in Chicago, Ill., to Lupe and Florence Carrasca (Harpman).

When Fred was young, his father left for military service, and Fred and his family moved to Galva, Illinois, where he grew up and graduated from Galva High School in 1959. He later lived in Kewanee, Ill., before eventually making his way to California, where he would build a beautiful life and a lifetime of memories.

Fred was a hard worker from an early age. While still in high school, he began working at the Galva Foundry. He later began a career with GTE, where he dedicated more than 30 years before retiring.

But Fred’s life was about so much more than his work. He was a man who believed in helping others, looking out for his community, and being there when people needed him most.

In 1996, Fred joined the Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) with the Paradise Police Department. He served his community faithfully until 2019 and was honored as VIPS of the Year for his dedication and service. Fred was known as the person they could count on—the first they called and the last to leave.

That commitment became especially meaningful during the devastating Camp Fire in Paradise, California. Fred worked to help evacuate others and make sure people were safe during one of the most tragic moments in the community’s history. In the fire, Fred, his wife Annie, and countless family members and friends also lost their homes. Yet even after losing so much himself, Fred continued to care about others and put people first. Fred was also active with the SIRs (Sons in Retirement). A men’s social group, he loved the monthly lunches, and friendships he made with this group.

On Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, 1997, Fred married the love of his life, Annie (Revard-Bossard) Carrasca, in Carson City, Nev. Together they made their home first in Paradise, California and then in Oroville, Calif., where they shared nearly three decades of marriage filled with love, laughter, adventure, family, and friendship.

Fred and Annie enjoyed life together in so many ways. They loved bowling, traveling to San Francisco for Giants games, trips to Reno and their lucky casino adventures, whale watching, annual camping trips and visits with family. They enjoyed weekly lunches and dinners with lifelong friends, making his delicious Filipino dishes, working in the garden, and, of course, keeping a close eye on The Weather Channel.

Fred took weather seriously. He wanted to know what was happening, where storms were headed, and—most importantly—wanted to make sure everyone he loved knew about it and stayed safe. It was just one of the many ways he showed how deeply he cared.

He also loved sitting down to watch his favorite movies starring John “The Duke” Wayne.

Fred was a kind, big-hearted, genuine man and simply one of the nicest people you could ever meet. He had a gift for making people feel welcomed, loved and important. He never needed recognition for the things he did for others. Helping people was simply part of who he was.

As a father, Fred loved his family deeply. He coached his children when they were little, encouraged them, cheered them on, and taught them lessons that went far beyond the game. He was there for his family in ways big and small, creating memories that will continue to live on through the generations.

Fred gave so much of himself without ever asking for anything in return. His love, his laughter, his stories, his kindness, and his unwavering concern for the people he loved will be carried forward by his family and friends for generations to come.

Fred’s greatest legacy is not found in the jobs he held, the awards he received, or the places he traveled. It is found in the people he loved, the lives he touched, the people he helped, and the countless memories he left behind.

He will be deeply missed, but the love he gave so freely will remain forever.

Fred is survived by:

His beloved wife, Annie Carrasca, of Oroville, Calif.

His siblings: Rita (Richard) Wheelhouse of Kewanee, Ill.; Catherine (Richard) Staker of Dahinda, Ill.; and Robert (Sammie) Carrasca of Coos Bay, Oregon, sister-in- law Ermal Carrasca of Galva, Ill.

His children: Jeff Carrasca of Kewanee, Ill.; Tim Carrasca of Kewanee, Ill.; Roxann Morgan of Southport, N.C.; Julie Babboni of Kaysville, Utah; and Chris (Adria) Bossard of Cameron Park, Calif.

Also surviving is Cheryl (Anderson) Carrasca of Kewanee, Ill., the mother and former spouse of Fred’s four children, with whom they shared many years of family history and memories.

His grandchildren: Madison Carrasca of Kewanee, Ill.; Courtney (TJ) Hahne of Sheffield, Ill.; Mckenna Carrasca of Sheffield, Ill.; Jensen Carrasca of Wylie, Texas; Astrid (Jake) Nanninga of Kewanee, Ill.; Blaze (Gabriela) Winkler of Kaiser-Augst, Switzerland; Colton Schumacher of Oberwil, Switzerland; Reven Schumacher, Benjamine Babboni, Jonah Babboni, Noah Babboni, and Lucienne Babboni, all of Kaysville, Utah; Raymond Bossard and Katherine Bossard both of Cameron Park, Calif.

His great-grandchildren: Nash, Briar, Baylor, Bella, Ryker, Hunter, Aria, Rhett, Indy, Honey, Paisley, Bently, Gunner, and Luan and so many nieces and nephews.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Lupe and Florence Carrasca; his siblings, Edna Young, Beverly Anderson, John Carrasca, Ronald Carrasca, Uncle Frank Sabas; daughter-in-law Amanda Carrasca; son-in-law John Morgan, grandson Lars Schumacher, sister-in-law Kim Carrasca, nephew’s Travis Staker, Michael Anderson and a niece Linda Pfiffer.

Forever in Our Hearts, Husband, Brother, Dad, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa, Uncle and Friend—you were one of a kind.

You taught us how to work hard, how to show up for the people we love, how to help others, and how to find joy in the simple things. You spent your life taking care of people, making people laugh, keeping everyone informed about the weather, and making sure the people you loved were safe.

You were the first person to show up and the last one to leave.

Your heart was bigger than words could ever describe.

We will miss your voice, your laughter, your stories, your advice, your kindness, and all those little things that made you.

We are heartbroken that you are gone, but we are incredibly grateful that you were ours.

Your love will live on in your children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and everyone fortunate enough to have known you.

Until we meet again,

We love you. We will miss you. And we will carry you with us forever.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the near future in Illinois.