Fred Elkins

January 3, 1951 - December 10, 2021 (70 years old)

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January 3, 1951 - December 10, 2021 (70 years old)

Windsor, Ontario

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Fred Elkins Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2021-12-14T20:00:00
End: 2021-12-14T22:00:00
Location: Families First Funeral Home

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Fred Elkins (Windsor, Ontario), born in Sydney, Nova Scotia, who passed away at the age of 70, on December 10, 2021. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his siblings, Rose Dishman, Rod and Jack; and his parents, Fred and Bridget.

He is survived by: his children, Fred Jr. (Caitlin) and Nat; his wife Mary; his daughter Natasha Elkins (Kevin Dodgson); his grandchildren, Sara, Zoe, Nathan, Kayla, Dakota, Bronwen and Padraig; his great grandchildren, Mya, Drew, Shyanne and Connor; and his brothers, Steve (Beryl), Percy (Maryanne) and Lyle (Martha). He is also survived by nieces, nephews and friends.

Donations are being accepted for: THE KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF CANADA / LA FONDATION CANADIENNE DU REIN.

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December 15, 2021

Colchester Public School lit a candle

December 15, 2021

Colchester Public School sent flowers

“In loving memory of Fred Elkins, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Fred will be missed.”

December 14, 2021

ND Graphics lit a candle

December 14, 2021

ND Graphics sent flowers

“Dear Mary and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. All ND colleagues will miss him greatly.”

December 14, 2021

Keith & Susan Edwards lit a candle

December 14, 2021

Keith & Susan Edwards sent flowers

“Mary and family, Our deepest condolences Keith Edwards & The Media Resources Family”

December 14, 2021

Your friends from 3M sent flowers

“In loving memory of Fred Elkins, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

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December 19, 2021

Elizabeth Dixon wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Mary and family. There are no words that can take away the pain of losing a loved one. I was saddened to come across your loss of Fred. I always felt like I knew him for ages. He had great faith, and was so kind. Heaven will be happy to have him join. Our recent conversation about angels left me searching for more information. But the memory that I cherish most is our drive through the PEI roads one lovely summer evening, and the ice cream cone at Victoria wharf. He will be so missed”

December 19, 2021

John Carolino wrote a sympathy message

“Mary & Family, Please accept our condolences from all of us at BOLT Signs ... Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. God Bless.”

December 15, 2021

Dennis Moore wrote a sympathy message

“It is very sad to see a good person pass on ! Fred was a key business member at N D and a strong advocate of the sign world . A leader in the SAC organization . He always supported his position with true conviction an demonstrated his commitment for growth in the association. He is missed however will always be remembered ! Dennis”

December 15, 2021

Wendy Samells wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Mary & family, We are saddened to hear of Fred’s passing & offer our heartfelt condolences for your loss. We have many fond memories of the love & kindness shared with us on Laurier Ave. May time bring you peace & comfort. Rest In Peace Fred. Wendy & Josh Samells”

December 14, 2021

Jorge Faria wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Mary and family, I am saddened for your loss. I can remember many great moments with Fred, but the the one that comes to mind is hearing him whistling and the occasional singing at the office! He was always happy and made everyone smile! He will be missed by many ND colleagues. My sincere condolences. Jorge Faria”

December 14, 2021

Andy G wrote a sympathy message

“Mary & Family - I am so sorry for your loss. I had an opportunity to work shoulder to shoulder with Fred on the Canadian Sign association , he never stopped carrying , supporting and was a tremendous "industry builder" Nationally . He will be missed, not only by his family but the many colleagues, customers, suppliers & friends @ ND Graphics. My Deepest Sympathies & rest in peace Fred . Andy Grougrou”

December 13, 2021

Sherri Edwards wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Mary, my heartfelt condolences to you and the family. Freddie was a dear man who championed me at SAC and on to ND. He was one of a kind who brought energy and passion to every day. A joy to work for and with. Rest easy my friend. Sherri Edwards”

December 13, 2021

Jeff Bird wrote a sympathy message

“With all our hearts at ND Graphics we hope that Fred has found peace as easily as he found friendship with us all. I truly wish I had know Fred better than in the few times in passing and in the occasional email, he was great to talk to and always welcomed me when I entered the Toronto office. From my family to yours, We are sorry for your loss and hope that the light he shared will stay with you all. The Bird Family, Jeff, Kelli, Matthew and Abigail”

December 13, 2021

LAUREL ROWLEY wrote a sympathy message

“With loving thoughts, friendship and sympathy to you Mary, and all the kids. We had so many great times together, wine tours, Cabot Trail, parties at our houses. You know Fred and Ken are up there having one hell of a great time! Thinking about all of you in this most difficult of times. Love, Laurel and Jessica”

December 13, 2021

Brad Taylor wrote a sympathy message

“I meet Fred in October of 1997 and he was always kind and caring in a little bit of a gruff way. You knew he liked you if he gave you a hard time. I spent a weekend with Fred and Mary in their home in Milton and they treated me like family. Golfed many times with Fred and returned to an amazing meal with Mary. I know Fred will be missed by one and all and would like to pass on my sincere condolences. My thought and prayers go out to Mary and the entire family. Brad Taylor”

December 13, 2021

89 FLAMESFAN wrote a sympathy message

“Fred was always a great coworker and I had the chance to host him in Calgary on several work trips. "Fast Freddy" will be greatly missed and I always think of him when the Calgary Flames play the Montreal Canadiens. We had a standing offer that should Calgary play Montreal again in the final that I would host him here and he would host me out east so we could watch the series together. I will be sure to honor my side of the deal when that days comes. I miss you Fred. All my best. Dana.”

December 13, 2021

Ted Nesbitt wrote a sympathy message

“Mary and Family; So very sorry to hear of Fred's passing. Fred was indeed a unique guy with a big heart--Big brain too when it came to business. He was a very valuable part of ND for so many years and will be greatly missed. So many fun memories of Fred. Wishing you love & strength. Ted & Tracee Nesbitt”

December 13, 2021

Geoffrey Flack wrote a sympathy message

“Hi Mary and family I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Fred. I spent so much time travelling Atlantic Canada with him over the years with many great memories. When Fred was your friend there were no limits to what he would do for you ! I will miss him tremendously and I am thinking about you. Geoff”

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