Ferdinand Geoffrey Hemsley affectionately known as "Fred, King, and King Fish" of White Plains, Maryland was born October 30, 1958, to the parents of Peter and Matilda Hemsley. Fred was also blessed with bonus parents, the late William "Gus" and Dorothy "Dot Dot" Hilton, and his Stepmother Doris Hemsley. Fred attended Charles County public schools.

On May 10, 1985, Fred married the love of his life Robin Ann Washington and became a bonus dad to her son Robert Darnell Framer. November 8, 1980, Fred and Robin welcomed their baby girl Ida Hemsley into this world and for over 38 years they continued to build a loving blended family. They often hosted family gatherings at their home and annual family trips.

Fred gave his life to Christ and grew in his relationship with God. He was one of the charter members and ordained ministers of the New Covenant Jubilee Church under his pastors the late District Elder Horace and Dr. Barbara Williams. Fred continued his membership and faithful service during the ministry transition into New Covenant Deliverance Ministries. He was a faithful church member for over 30 years, serving in many capacities (i.e., board member, usher, deacon, choir member, hospitality, etc.). His infamous string beans was a favorite item on almost every church dinner menu. Fred loved God and loved to praise God. He would often express his praise in a Hallelujah shout and a high leap.

Fred worked over 40 years at Morgantown (Pepco) Power plant in Newburg, MD. Fred was a hardworking man, while still working with Morgantown he joined the Spring Dell Center family and continued to work with them for over 20 years. Upon ending his career with Morgantown, Fred started a new journey with Charles County Public Works. Fred was an avid fisher who loved working in his yard, cleaning his vehicles and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a very neat man and took pride in his appearance. You could find him on Sundays in his suit, tie and shiny shoes.

Fred is survived by his loving wife Robin Ann Hemsley, his bonus son Robert Darnell Farmer, his grandsons Deonta Butler, Michael Young, his grand-daughter Dajah Farmer. His great grandchildren Maliah Young and Michael Young Jr (MJ), their mother Joana Sims, his foster children Ale Amare, Sheila Thompson, mother-in-law, Estelle E. Penny, and his step-mother Doris Hemsley. Fred also leaves behind his sisters, Shirley, Joyce, Sandy, Janice Hemsley, Joanne Stallworth and Dorothy Alfreda Wells. His brothers, Leon and Peter Hemsley, Glen Hilton and Thomas "Larry" Yates. His sister-in-laws, Clarice Hicks, Sheila Washington, Sylvia Maull, Catrina, Debra, Cynthia, Michelle, Darlene Penny, Crystal and Dee Dee Hemsley. His brother-in-laws, James Wells, Andre Stallworth, Toney Maull, John Houston Penny III "Sweetpea" Joseph, Michael and James Penny Sr., a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and loving friends.

Fred was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Ida Hemsley, his parents, Peter and Matilda Hemsley, his bonus parents William "Gus" and Dorothy "Dot Dot" Hilton, his brother Cecil Hemsley, and his father-in-law John Houston Penny Jr.

Friends may visit with the family Monday, May 15th from 9am until time of service at 11am at New Life Church 9690 Shepherds Creek Place La Plata, MD 20646. Interment immediately following at Heritage Memorial Cemetery Waldorf, MD.