Frederick George Deir
October 28, 1947 to April 14, 2022
Obituary
Passed away on Thursday, April 14, 2022 at the Health Sciences Centre, St. John’s, Mr. Frederick George Deir aged 74.
He was predeceased by his parents Benjamin and Gertrude Deir; parents in law, Wilson and Laura Trowbridge; sister Isabel and baby brother Albert.
Left with fond and loving memories his wife Ida, daughter Collette (Aaron); son Shane (Mark); granddaughter Alex and grandson Luke; sisters Lillian (Henry) Edna (Eldon deceased) Audrey (Bernard) Bernice (Glenn) and Betty (Greg) and brother Ben (Audrey) and a very large circle of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
Fred was born October 28, 1947 to Benjamin and Gertrude Deir in Port Anne, Placentia Bay. He has called Labrador City, Bishop’s Falls, Arnold’s Cove and St. John’s his home. He loved spending time at his summer home in Deir Haven with his family, friends and most especially his two grandchildren. In earlier years he enjoyed his time up to 45 with his hunting buddies. His career with NL Hydro allowed him to travel and explore many of NL’s outport communities making friends along the way.
The family would like to thank the many Health Care Professionals who looked after him over the past number of years. A very special thank you to his sister Audrey for so generously giving him a kidney over 36 years ago.
Visitation is at Carnell’s Funeral Home from 1-4pm on Saturday, April 16, 2022, Room 1. Masks are recommended. A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
As an expression of sympathy, donations in his memory can be made to either Ronald McDonald House Charities Newfoundland and Labrador or Health Care Foundation. To donate online: RMHCNL.ca or healthcarefoundation.ca (envelopes will also be available)
We aren’t saying Goodbye Dad, we are saying we’ll see you again.
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing! He was a kind and gentle soul and was a pleasure to know and work with, many fond memories of him. Our sincere condolences.
Cathy & Sean Penney
Dear Ida,Shane and Colette
Wayne joins me in sending our deepest sympathy on Fred’s passing.He was a much respected and loved human being.Heaven’s gain is our loss.
Fred is now in that far better world-free of pain and restriction-free to fly.
God bless you and your families.
Sincerely,
Linda
Ida and family. .So sorry to learn of Fred’s passing. I had great respect for Fred as both a co-worker and a close friend. He was a true gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
To Ida and family,
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing.. May all your pleasant memories help ease the pain of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sandra and Herb Pack
Ida and family,
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Another fine Placentia Bay man has left us.
Vera (Brown) Mitchell
Tack’s Beach
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Thinking of you at this sad time
Ida and Family
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you
may your cherish memories bring you peace
and comfort in the days ahead
Carol Arsenault
Ida and family, we are so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing..He was such a kind and gentle person! May the angels be with you at this difficult time!
Sleep well, you are resting at last,
Free of pain,free of all sickness,
God’s angels came to take you by the hand,
Leading you along a shining path into a place of peace and light.
Home at last,you see the Lord open his arms,
Welcoming you with a smile into the everlasting joy and peace that is his love.
He is now one of God’s angels and will be watching over you and your family
From Heaven!
Ida, Collette, Shane and Family’s
We are so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing! We are left with so many beautiful memories of Fred, whether from Camping, Family Visits, Hunting and Holiday times together. Fred was the Kindest and Gentlest person we know. R.I.P. Fred. “We Love You always”
Ida and Family,
Heather and I are so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your cherished memories bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Ida, Colette, Shane and families,
We are saddened to know the passing of Fred. He was a wonderful man. May all your great memories of him help you get through the difficult days ahead. Thinking of you all.
Jackie and Bruce Rendell
Ida and family, so very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I have great memories of Fred as a coworker at Bishop’s Falls. He was always a pleasant and dependable fellow who enjoyed the respect of all who knew him. I hope your fondest memories of Fred will help as you go through this difficult time. God Bless.
Sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Just know we are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. Cheerish the good memories you have and know we love you.
Ida and Family: So sorry to hear the sad news of Fred’s passing, we trust the many happy memories will carry you all through this very difficult time, Rest in Peace Fred.
Dear Shane, Mark, Mom and family,
We are so sorry for your loss and our deepest condolences on Dad’s passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We hope you find peace and comfort soon. He may be gone but he will not be forgotten. He will live on forever in your hearts. Although we cannot be there to support you in person, please know we are there in spirit and sending you tons of hugs and love. Take good care.
Love Sue and Mark. ❤️
Shocked to read of Fred’s passing. Condolences to all the family. RIP Fred.
To Ida and family, We are so sorry to hear of Fred,s passing..our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.We hope you will be comforted by all of your precious memories in the days ahead.. Hugs
Ida, Collette, Shane and Families so sorry to hear about Fred, he was one of the best friends, you could ever ask for.. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this most difficult time. Hugs
Ida, we are so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Thinking of you and your family in the days ahead!
Aunt Ida, Colette & Shane. I was so sad to hear about Uncle Fred. He was always a wonderful, kind, caring and thoughtful man.
I’ll never forget the trip we took to Alberta when he was waiting to take the “perfect” mountain picture . As soon as he took the picture a transport truck drove by and ruined it. He just laughed about it.
He will certainly be missed in our family. Thinking about you and your family’s during this difficult time.
Love Linette, Terry , Aliya and Braydon
Ida and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. While we did not know Fred for long, we are grateful for the brief time we had as neighbours in St. John’s. His optimism and patience, gentle humour, care for and pride in his family, and love of good times at your country place are among the things we’ll remember fondly. Please accept our sincere condolences. Doug and Becky
So sorry for your loss!
Ida and family, We are so sorry to learn of Fred,s passing . Our deepest condolences to you all.
Thinking of you and Family at this Sad Time
Hilda Wareham.
Bob and I are saddened by the news of Fred’s passing. We had a special Comfort Cove bond with him and you. Bob always said Fred was a great berry picking buddy.
So grateful for the memories we share.
Sincerest condolences to you, Colette and Shane.❤️
Ida and family, we are so sorry to hear this news. We have had a lot of good times together. Our deepest condolences to you all. Hugs!!
Ida and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sadness. Selina
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Thinking of you at this sad time.Hugs.
Ida ,Collette ,Shane and families our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time . Cherish your precious memories RIP Fred. Thelma and Jim Healey
Ms. Deir, Collette and Shane so sorry to hear about Fred. I have fond memories from my younger years of Mr. Deir spending much time at your place. I send you lots of love and comfort. Hugs to the family. Jill
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing My thoughts & prayers are with you & family
Ida and family: So sorry to hear about Freds passing, remember all the good times spent together RIP Fred
Linda and Danny Quily
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob and Janet Bishop
My sincere condolences to Collette as well as to all of Mr Deir’s family and friends I pray you find comfort in the lifetime of memories you have
Dear Ida, Collette, Shane and families we are thinking of you with heavy hearts. During the short time we got to spend with Fred his gentle soul and love for his family was so obvious. Cherish your memories; forever in your hearts.