On Monday, December 17th, with daughter Robin by his side, Fred, in his 90th year, passed peacefully at Craigwiel Gardens in Ailsa Craig. He is predeceased by his parents Wes and Alma and step-mother Bernice, by sisters Audrey, Norene and Rose and by brothers Donald, Harvey, Leroy and Glenn. He is survived by his loving sister Anne, brother Ron, and Robin’s mother, LaVerne. Family was very important to Fred and he took great pride in his many nieces and nephews and their families. He will be forever loved by his devoted daughter, Robin whom he cherished dearly.
When it came to sports, Fred was always up for a round of golf with Doc, Jens, any one of the guys, or Robin, but hockey was his game. His years as center and captain with the renowned Lucan Irish Six were some of the best. From playing with the Habs in 1952 to winning the OHA Intermediate ‘C’ Championship against Mildmay in 1954, hockey was in his heart. His deep understanding of the game extended to his keenly accurate analysis offered as couch commentary during Saturday’s Hockey Night in Canada. The Stanley Cup’s recent visit to Craigwiel Gardens completed Fred’s hockey dream.
Robin and LaVerne would especially like to thank all the wonderful Craigwiel Gardens’ staff, as well as family and friends for their unwavering care and kindness provided to Fred over the past four years. Cremation has taken place and, in keeping with Fred’s wishes, neither funeral home visitation nor service will take place. He will be laid to rest with his family in St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye during a private service to be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan (519-227-4211).
As tribute to his passion, donations in memory of Fred can be made to the Lucan Minor Hockey Association. Cheques can be made payable to Lucan Minor Hockey Association and mailed to Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan.
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Linda Froats
Laverne and Robin, Fred and I shared a beautiful scene on one of the few days in early Dec with sunshine and snowflakes falling down outside the hall window; we both had an” aha” moment which really didn’t need a conversation. Conversation was always one sided but smiles were always available. It was nice to meet you Robin and you and your Mom have Dale and my sympathy. Dale and Linda Froats
Carol Somerville
LaVerne and Robin:
Sending my deepest sympathy to you at this sad and difficult time.
May your good memories bring you comfort.
Joan Townsend
My sincere condolences to Robin, LaVerne, Anne and Ron
Occasionally I would visit Fred along with Anne. Fred was such a friendly person and always had a smile for everyone. He will be missed.
Tim Bates
Sad to hear of Fred’s passing. I got to know him when working for his brother Leroy caring for horses. Fred always had a cold pop on hand for a young fella and was remarkably kind.
Harry & Judy Bond
To Fred’s family we send our deepest condolences.
Joyce Sovereign
Laverne and Robin ,sending you both sincere sympathy at this sad time .Sorry for Anne and Ron for the lose of another sibling .Thinking of you all .May God comfort you all .
Martha (Rummell) Morrison
LaVerne, Robin and family,
Sending my deepest sympathy to all. Fond memories of the Revington butcher shop and the family.
Watching the Lucan Irish play hockey was a highlight and I love watching the game to this day , good start watching Fred.
Good memories of childhood school chums as well.
Wonderful to see all the pictures.
May you find strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Martha Rummell Morrison.
Margaret Prout
Laverne and Robin, Anne and Ron…
Sincere condolences to you. The photos were enjoyed and hopefully
May you be comforted by your wonderful memories now and in the
Next week and months to come. Fred was always so kind to Vic and
Treated him like a younger brother. We as a family are very grateful
To Fred.
Carla Revington
Dear Robin, LaVerne, Anne and Ron,
Please accept my sincere condolences at Fred’s passing. I know your photos bring back many pleasant memories.
Fred was quite the hockey player and fan of the game. May he rest in peace.
Carla and family
Harry and Elaine Hardy
Our sincere sympathy, Our thoughts are with your families. Our families go back a long way together. Fred sat ahead of me in grade one. We played together, worked together and did business together. It was always great to talk to him.
Dave and Karen
Dave and Karen Hill
Our sincere sympathy to all the Revington family.
Dave and Karen Hill
Pat Ryan
Laverne and Robin,
I will always remember Fred and Harv in the back room of the old house on Harv’s farm scheming and plotting ways to control the potato market! There have have been adult beverages involved.
My sincere condolences, Fred will be missed.
Judy Pitt
Judy Pitt and the Seifried Family.
Robin, Laverne and the Revington family
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing.
Remembering the Lucan Irish Six and going to the butcher shop to hear the after game talk was the highlight of my life and love hockey to this day because of Fred.
Russ and Beth Radcliffe beth.radcliffe@gmail.com
Our deepest sympathy to LaVerne, Robin, Ann and Ron .
Our family connection to Fred goes back a long way and we have many wonderful memories including hockey and the meat market where my brother got his early training as a butcher.
Cherish all your memories.
Audrey Andersen
The Revington Family
Robin and LaVerne
Your plethora of pictures brings back happy times and places,
this helps to erase the sadness.
In remembrance of Fred. xoxo
William and. Helen Delorme
William and Helen Hodgins Delorme
Robin ,LeVerne, Sister Ann and Revington Family
Our condolences on Fred’s passing . He was a out standing hockey player and putting Lucan Hockey on the map. I enjoyed looking at all pictures. Our prayers are with you.
Helen Conti (Pinky)
It is with a heavy heart that I heard of Fred’s passing. He was a great guy. Growing up we had such memorable times together. Lots of fun with all his brothers and sisters. I loved them all ,they are missed. My love to Robin and Ann. RIP Fred
Wayne Hall
Robin and LaVerne, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. I had the pleasure to visit Fred when we took the Stanley Cup over to Craigwiel Gardens. I really enjoyed the pictures of the Revington Meat Market and the Irish Six hockey history. It brought back a lot of memories of my youth. God Bless.
Sheila Hodgins
So sad to hear of Fred’s passing. He was a great guy and Hodge and I had many visits with Fred over the years. Thanks Lavern for including the photo of Don, Fred and Hodge. Hodge and Fred had many wonderful times golfing over the years. Lots of memories and photos of Fred and Hodge’s brother Herb when they played hockey. Herb, Fred and Hodge are now together each one telling a story bigger than the other one. God Bless!
Tom Hearn
I was sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. He certainly played a big role in Lucan’s hockey history which brought a lot of pride to Lucan. I enjoyed looking at all your pictures. I remember the Revington Meat Market. You have my deepest condolences.
Meenakshi
My deepest condolences with the family.
He use to always give me a warm smile while his physiotherapy sessions.
I will miss his lovely smile.
Meeni
Craigwiel Gardens
Don Lankin
Don and Dorothy Lankin
Sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Nice to have had a visit with you Robin this past Saturday. He is now at peace.
nancy morrison
Laverne and Robin:
Fred was such a wonderful man. Revington family was awesome. I use to see him at Masonville Mall having coffee.
Fred played hockey with our brother Bob. So much to say good about him in 1 page.
Our deepest condolence.
Pat Williams and Nancy Morrison. {Watson}
Ligia Ashbury
I would like to send my sympathies and condolences to Fred’s family. especially to La Verne and Robin. I pray for strengths and you may find peace and comfort during this difficult moments.
Hugs,
Lia
Craigwiel Gardens Staff
Jordan
My condolences. He always made me laugh while I worked at craig. He came up with a name and called me that for the whole time he was there and would never use my correct name, it cracked me up everytime. He will be missed!
Betty Coughlin,Karen & Kathy
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. We will miss seeing him looking out the window in the hallway at the nursing home. He always smiled and would say hello. Our sincere sympathy to all the family.
Lynne Stoner
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I will miss my visits with cousin Fred. He was a great story teller and he always made me laugh. Love,Lynne
Kristin & Andy Grougrou
Robin, LaVern & Family
Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. I have fond memories of when you, your Mom & Dad came out to the farm especially at one of our pig roasts.
Alex and Donna Westman
Truly a sad loss.
I often had the chance to shoot the breeze with Fred at Craigweil Gardens.
He was a great guy.
My sincere condolences to the family