Fred Joseph Savage, 79, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away peacefully at home Monday, October 19, 2026, with his devoted wife, Vicky, at his side. He was born October 12, 1947, in Thornton (Fordyce), Arkansas. Fred dedicated his professional life to caring for others as a pharmacist, serving his community through a long career in both retail and hospital pharmacy settings. Fred was outgoing and friendly, and it seemed he had never met a stranger. He was a man of many interests, with a deep love for music and playing the trumpet. He also enjoyed fly fishing, woodturning, gardening, and giving buckeyes and other gifts to anyone he could find. Fred was preceded in death by his beloved first wife of more than 50 years, Annette Burns Savage.

He is survived by his wife, Vicky Savage of Cassville, and her loving family; son, Dr. Jeffrey Savage and his wife, Mindy, of Bentonville, Arkansas; three cherished grandchildren, Hayden, Abigail, and Emma; two brothers, Ed and Steve Savage.

Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at First Baptist Church of Bentonville (First Bentonville Church). The funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m., officiated by Pastor Randy Cameron. Burial will follow at Benton County Memorial Park in Rogers, Arkansas.

Flowers are appreciated by the family, as are memorial donations directed to the missions program at First Bentonville Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Benton County Memorial Park & Funeral Home.