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Tribute Wall
In Memory of
Frederick John Maxfield
1930 - 2016
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Jim Lochead posted a condolence
Friday, February 3, 2017
Dear Ardis, Bill, Jim, Cathy and Red,
Looking at the "Memorial Video" brought back memories from an extremely happy time in my childhood. The rink behind your house was a big part of my early hockey days. I can't think of Forest and hockey or even my childhood in general, without thinking about Fred Maxfield and your entire family. He was always smiling and doing his best to help everyone he came in contact with! Fred was a huge part of my early childhood and I have nothing but fond memories of him! I send my heartfelt condolences to all of you because I know he will be deeply missed.
Very sincerely, with all my love,
Jim Lochead
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Tuesday, January 24, 2017
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Wayne posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 24, 2017
Fred was a good friend and mentor to all the youth in Forest and area.Fred was a excellent coach and a great man.Fred used to go from one dressing room to the next in the old Forest arena with tireless devotion to Forest minor hockey and all kids and players that played under him.Very few people in life make such a positive impact as Fred did with his endless commitment to coaching and guiding all the kids he led.I know he will be sadly missed by all who had the.priveledge to have met and known him.My deepest and sincerest condolences to the family.One of your many players . Wayne Rankin Forbes.
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The Lochead Family posted a condolence
Friday, January 20, 2017
The Maxfield Family,
Our thoughts are with you.
Fred was a big part of our family growing up and he will be missed.
The Lochead Family
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Gary Thorne posted a condolence
Saturday, January 14, 2017
May he rest in Peace and Sincere sympathy to Ardis and Family at this time of your loss.
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Greg & Mary Boyd. Belle River posted a condolence
Friday, December 30, 2016
Ardis .... (1 of the truly great all encompassing Hockey Moms ... of any generation!)
It was truly an all inspiring rembrence of a super individual held in Forest at the legendary Kimball Hall this past Wednesday the 28th of December 2016.
The town in which I grew up in did not disappoint! So many generations your Family shared Fred with an entire town. For that we have been unwitting benefactors and are eternally appreciative.
As I grew up in the shadows of the Forest arena, "the Booth", the ball fields,even those mighty mean streets of Forest his presence seemed to enhance all of our lives.
As a kid one of the songs that we all knew had a chorus in it that that went something to this effect
"The three men I'd admired most...the Father, Son and Holy Ghost " , well those are spiritual beings and I would like to say that as for earthly beings my list of three would be "Jack, Stan and Fred .... all for various reasons but all anchored in core principles!
I related a generational story quickly to Red on Wednesday but do to the emotions and many stories and friends it would be difficult to recall I am sure.
My personal story with generational reach truly started with the concern Fred Maxfield showed for a 13 year old kid standing looking through the fencing at the start of the hockey season because he had severely broken his leg during the summer and was forbidden to play a game he so wanted to as all his friends were at the rink every Saturday morning.
Finally on the second or third week Fred said get your skates and get out here and drop the puck for these guys I will clear it with your dad. So from that point until Christmas of that year I got to pretend I was a referee before I was able to play on a team again.
With Fred encouraging me to stick with referring and he got OMHA local Wes Oswald to help me obtain my first official card to Officiate.
Fred Maxfield fuelled something in me that I happened to be pretty good at!!! Fred was one that initially recognized something in me that allowed me to reach a very high level of officiating that resulted (way back in the last century) to officiate 3 national championship games spend time in the WHL as a referee attend an NHL camp and later in life become a supervisor of officials.
With out Fred's recognition it is possible that the generational aspect would not have occurred, that being my nephew has officiated national championships in Australia as well as pro there ... he to officiated in Forest.
Ardis and Family thank you for sharing!
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Richard And John Ward posted a condolence
Thursday, December 29, 2016
So sorry for your Loss, From the stories our Dad told us, he was a really great Guy to work with on the Ontario Hydro. He told us of the many fishing stories, and hunting adventures they shared over the years.I do not remember seeing your dad very often,but I do remember the name Fred Maxfield, as my dad talked very highly of him, and considered him a good friend. Again so sorry we missed the visitation,our thoughts with your family.
Richard Ward-Petrolia
John Ward Oil Springs
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Gloria Baxter and Mark Tedball posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
We are both so saddened by Fred's passing. Our hearts go out to you all.
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Brian and Nancy Campbell posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
Cathy and Don, Dave and Konnie, Red and Darlene and families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We have a lot of fond memories of Fred during the years our children played minor hockey in Forest.
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Dave & Jo-Ann Gilliard donated to BLUEWATER ANGLERS
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
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Ruthann and Doug Redmond posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
We were deeply saddened to hear of Fred's passing.
Our sincere condolences to all of you at this difficult time.
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Karen & Pat Caughy posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
We are so sorry for your families loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you throughout this difficult time.
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Sue Tidball posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 27, 2016
Thank You Uncle Fred for being such a Gentle Loving Giant in My Life!!! My Memories are Treasures Forever in My Heart!! You were a Gift to All! Love You Forever! <3
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Lorie & Dave Vandeschoot posted a condolence
Saturday, December 24, 2016
So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. May all of your precious memories help fill the emptiness in your hearts.
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Ed, Pat and Billy Howe posted a condolence
Saturday, December 24, 2016
Deepest sympathy on Fred's passing. We have so many wonderful memories of Fred from Silvry Moon Lodge. He was always ready with a story or tale or helpful advice. He will be greatly missed. Hoping your memories will help ease the ache in your hearts.
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Kerry Fisher donated to FOREST UNITED CHURCH
Friday, December 23, 2016
Our condolences to the entire Maxfield family .Fred will be truly missed by many people
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Dale Dewey posted a condolence
Friday, December 23, 2016
My condolences to the Maxfield family: Many fond memories, playing Beetle 45,s at the Maxfield,s after hockey practice on Saturdays. Lots of hunting and fishing stories told by Fred. He was somewhat of a legend fisherman around Jack Shepard's.
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Lorraine Molloy (Baxter) posted a condolence
Friday, December 23, 2016
To Ardis and Family-
Very Sorry to hear of Fred's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Tim & Norma O'Hagan posted a condolence
Friday, December 23, 2016
Don, Cathy and all the Maxfield relatives,
We wish you all the comfort and love only a family can give to each other.
Condolences and best wish.
Tim and Norma
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Barry and Sandra Jordan posted a condolence
Friday, December 23, 2016
Sorry to hear about your loss. Thinking of you at this time. Barry and Sandra Jordan
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Steve & Rosanne Minielly and Family posted a condolence
Friday, December 23, 2016
Fred will be remembered for so many things. The voice in the box announcing goals and penalties at the old arena, the camo duck hunting hat, and most of all for being an icon for all ages at the arena. Fred was an unforgettable man. We hope that the love shown by our community will help you through this time of grief. God bless you, Maxfields. Your town is thinking of you.
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Maureen Scouler (Dewey) posted a condolence
Friday, December 23, 2016
I will always have fond memories of Fred. A wonderful and devoted man! My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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Bill & Pam Braun and Family donated to BLUEWATER ANGLERS
Thursday, December 22, 2016
We will cherish the fun times we had in the booth at the old Forest Arena. Rest in piece Big Paw
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Carman Holbrook posted a condolence
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Ardis and family
Our sincere condolences to your family upon hearing of Fred's passing.
He certainly will be missed (by many).
Our thoughts are with you.
Carm and Nancy Holbrook
BILL & LINDA DURFY posted a condolence
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Our condolence to the Maxfield Family ,our prayers are with you all
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Carol Adams donated to BLUEWATER ANGLERS
Thursday, December 22, 2016
So sorry for your loss, on behalf of our Family, Fred will never be forgotten in our community.
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Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority posted a condolence
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Dear Cathy, Don & family:
Our sincere condolences to you at this time. Your father has left a legacy in the community and your family and will not be forgotten.
Your friends at the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority
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Karla Crocker donated to BLUEWATER ANGLERS
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Our deepest sympathy
Karla & Dave Crocker & family
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Ollie manning Rikie Nooyen posted a condolence
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Our condolence to the Maxfield family .
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Barb Hayward posted a condolence
Thursday, December 22, 2016
We send our most sincere condolences to Aunt Ardis and family. Fred was a wonderful man and the Dewey family has many fond memories.
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Bob Morrison posted a condolence
Thursday, December 22, 2016
To Ardis and family
I am so sorry to hear about Fred's passing.
My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
I remember being great neighbors of yours while living next door to you and all the great times we had there.
I know that he will be sadly missed.
GOD BLESS
Bob Morrison
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Sue & Joe Woods posted a condolence
Thursday, December 22, 2016
My condolences to Ardis & the Maxfield family , always felt like a member of the family. God Bless my dear friend Fred. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Sue & Joe Woods
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Jim & Bonnie Darisi posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Fred was a great man and will surely be missed by all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
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Lorne and Judy Smith posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
We can't imagine a world with out Fred. He was always bigger than life. He was such a important part of our family, especially when the boys were growing up. Such a great influence .anyone who knew Fred,,, loved him ..
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Darryl Ulrich posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Ardis & Family,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Fred, I have a lot good memories of growing up in Forest and coming up through the Minor Hockey association where Fred was a big part of that, not only did he teach me a lot about the game of Hockey, he also taught me great values of life in general. The Fred Maxfield of this world only pass through so often and I'm proud to say I had the opportunity of knowing him, so Ardis, Bill, Cricket, Cathy, Red and Dave hold your heads high when you walk around the town of Forest, because Fred was not only a great person who had time for everyone, but he spent countless hours of volunteering his time managing, coaching or announcing at the arena. On Dec. 19, 2016 the town of Forest lost one of it's great ambassadors. My thought and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
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Paul Augustine posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
To the family: There's not a special moment or memory I have of Fred, there's so many of them that, I can't name them all. Fred should be thanked for all the years he's done games over the years and most of all, a Hall of Famer, he more so, past the torch to myself. Fred and I and most of the family have so many memories. Thanks Fred R.I.P.
Paul Augustine
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Jim & Carol McLeod posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Ardis, Kathy and all the family. We are so sorry to hear about Fred. Jim always talks about the perch you and Fred caught and you brought to the fish fry at the beach for Caring Quilters and Jim had some of the fish. You will have so many great memories of Fred and hope that will bring comfort to all of you. Thinking of you as you go through this. Love Carol & Jim McLeod, Port Franks
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Rick & Julie DeWeerd posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
To the Maxfield family
We are sorry for the loss of your father. We will keep you in our thoughts.
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Sandy and Jack Stirling posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Ardis ,Cathy, Don and Family.
We are sorry to learn of Fred's passing. May love and memories give you peace.
Sandy and Jack.
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Mark George "Moon" uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
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Photo taken at the Shores Recreation Centre at the North American Finals, December 2013
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Mark George "Moon" uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
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Photo taken at the Shores Recreation Centre at the North American Finals, December 2013
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Mark George "Moon" uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
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Photo taken at the Shores Recreation Centre at the North American Finals, December 2013
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Laurie Brown posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
My deepest sympathies to you and your family at this time of sorrow, your in my thoughts and prayers.
Laurie Brown
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John & Mary Anne McCharles posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Our sincere condolences to the Maxfield family on the passing of Fred. Lots of great memories over the years, especially when Fred and Stan were with the Jets. I'm sure he's filling out a game sheet and running the clock in the big arena now. God Bless!
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Joe devlin posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
My sincere condolences to you and your family Red.
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Orval Whitesell and family posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
The Supreme Being knew he was failing
That the hills were hard to climb
So, he took him by yer hand,
Closed his weary eyelids,
And, said, Peace Be Thine
Our sincere condolences
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Lindsay Geberdt uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
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Fred and Ardis September 2016
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Lindsay Geberdt lit a candle
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
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I will miss you so very much .
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Vicki Tellier posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
So sorry to hear of Fred's passing my thoughts and prayers are with all of you
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Ted McCahill posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
My condolences to the entire Maxfield family.
Fred impacted the lives of many kids during our formative years. He was a very special guy, the memories will go on forever
Ted McCahill
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Gary and Leslie posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was a great guy! Thinking of you all during this time.
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The Smith family posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss....we all have fond memories of Fred as children. He will be missed by many.
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Don and Carol Kerswell posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
ARDIS & Family
We send our sincere condolences to Ardis and Family.
We were sorry to hear of Fred passing.
We have fond memories of fishing with Fred and Ardis at Trout Lake.
With Fred asking Ardis to either getting the net or more bait.
Also watching Fred catching a fish on one side of the boat and Cricket throwing it back on the other side.
Enjoying the Fish Fry at Silv'ry Moon and Fred talking about his family.
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ken & Teresa Parsons posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss of Fred. Our thoughts are with you and all the family at this difficult time.
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Chris Passmore posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Dave, Konnie and family
So sorry to hear of your dads passing. He was a great man. Deepest sympathy at this very difficult time. Hugs
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Diane Tadgell posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Dear Bill and Cindy, so sorry to hear of the loss of dad, he was a true gentleman, and all around nice person. He will be missed by many people.
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Bill & Sylvia posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Ardis,and all the Maxfield family
Our Heartfelt sympathy to all you at this time. You guys all know how much Freddie meant to us.
He will always be in our hearts & all our memories of the wonderful times we've had together over the years.
The many years at Silv'ry Moon Lodge, all the years fishing Lake Huron, all the way back to high school days.
Reflect & share all your special memories together, to help get through this most difficult time.
Words cannot express....you guys are our Family.
Love you all ((Hugs))
Bill & Sylvia
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Sharon Maxfield posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
I send my deepest condolences to Ardis and family. I'm so sorry you have lost this amazing man. He always had a smile for me and Len was very proud to be part of your family. Sending lots of hugs from here in New Brunswick.
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Doug and Ruth Scott posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Ardis and Family
We are so sorry for your loss of Fred. Our thoughts are with you and all the family at this difficult time.
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Karianne Brooks posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Dave, Konnie & the Maxfield Family,
Please know that we are thinking of you and you are in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.
Brian, Kari & Bailey
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Garnet & Molly Bell posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Our deepest condolences to Ardis and Family!
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Jo-Anne Donovan posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with all the Maxfield family. Many of my very fond memories are with Fred at the arena. He loved so many and knew how to make you feel part of the Maxfield clan. A truly wonderful, kind man.
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Duane Chapman posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Where do I start ???? Fred I remember way back in the early 60,s when Ardis baby sat me and my sister and brother
we enjoyed that time greatly witnessing the true hunters and Anglers the Maxfields were , and still are we always even to today we have always called him Uncle Fred when really he is my second cousin that's shows you how close we are family wise over the years it was always great to bump into Uncle Fred and Aunt Ardis Uncle Fred will always be greatly missed and the memories I have which are many will always light up a smile on my face I learned a lot since a kid and way back in the 60,s many of those times I will never forget R.I.P Uncle Fred
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Cheryl D. posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
I am sorry for the loss of your beloved Fred. The death of a loved one is the most devastating experience a family can face. At times, the loss may seem unbearable, but please know that there are those who care, More importantly, Psalm 34:18 tells us that God "is close to the brokenhearted." He "is the God of all comfort". (2 Corinthians 1:3,4) May God give you each comfort and peace at this difficult time.
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Scott, Jessie, AJ and Drew Wilson posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Such a wonderful man! His dedication to hockey in Forest is legendary. His voice will never be forgotten... Forest Panthers goal scored by...
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family!
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Bonnie & Ron Mathers posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
We are very sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I met Fred and your mom while they visited my dad (Slim Van Massenhoven) years ago in the hospital, and my dad was very fond of him. May your wonderful memories help you get through this difficult time.
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Jim Harris posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Dear Maxfield Family.
I am very sorry to hear about Fred. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Fred was a great mentor to many of us that traveled through the Forest Minor Hockey System. I was fortunate to have him as a coach for a few seasons. Although, I moved away from Forest. I always looked and found Fred when I returned to the Arena.
An iconic figure for sure. He will be missed.
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Juliette Pearson posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
We hope that treasured memories bring you peace and comfort in the months ahead. Deepest condolences
Don & Juliette Pearson
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Cathy Parsons lit a candle
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
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Sincere condolences from the Parsons' family in London. We are very sorry for your loss.
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Shirley Bryce posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Sorry for your loss. May your memories strengthen you, at this difficult time.
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Bob and Val Ford posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to all of the Maxfields and extended families. We were fortunate to know most closely, Fred, Kory, Red, Darlene, Don, Kathy and Mike, as I had the pleasure of coaching Mike and Kory. Fred was always a fixture in the Forest arena and no one volunteered their free time more than Fred. He was a straight shooter and always said it like it was. I always appreciated Fred's advice because he certainly had a keen sense of the game of hockey. I always had fond memories of Fred and we think of you all often. We will be thinking of you at this difficult time. His spirit will always live on at the Forest arena! He is a legend!
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Janine & Warren Wilcox & Girls posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to all of the Maxfield family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Love the Wilcoxs
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John and JoAnne Sanders posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
We are sorry for your loss Red and Family. Please accept our condolences.
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Garry & Janice Jordan posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Ardis, family, grand-children & great-grand children. Our prayers & thoughts are with you. Sorry about your loss. Fred was a great person to me & a lot of people in the community. He will be sadly missed.
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Dave Boon (Booner) posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
It was a privilege to have known Fred for so many years! Always a big smile and a story. He was most certainly a legend on the waters of Lake Huron and he will be missed!! Sincere condolences to Ardis and the family.......warm Regards, Booner
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Brad Boyd posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Dear Ardis, Bill, Cricket, Cathy, Red, Dave and your entire families. So sorry to hear about Freddy. He was bigger than life. I have so many memories from childhood to present about Fred and they are all good ones. Everyone loved chatting with Fred and usually it was hockey first and fishing second but as you all well know better than I, Freddy loved all sports and liked to talk about them all. For as long as I can remember, kids at the arena flocked to Freddy. He was the Don Cherry of our town and well before Don Cherry became famous. Fred dedicated so much time to Forest Minor Hockey and loved to coach and loved to give advice. He always had a smile and was always happy to see people and especially those that he had not seen in a while. Fred always took the time to talk our children and they were always more than eager to listen and in thinking about it now, they always had a smile on their face because Fred always had one on his. Our community has lost a very special person and our hearts go out to each of you and your families. While we are all deeply saddened by Fred's passing, I for one am fortunate and proud to be able to call him my friend. God Bless Freddy!
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Bobbi & Rich Saul posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Ardis & Family
We are so very sorry to here about Fred, our thoughts are with you all.
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Ernie & Sharon Clark posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Sorry for your loss, our Prayers and Thoughts are with you and your family.
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rod and darlene jarvis posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
sorry to hear of the passing of Fred Always enjoyed talking to him because he was such a good man and always had a good word or answer for everyone he encountered Rest in peace big guy!!!!
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Marianne & John Boddaert posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Ardis, and family.
A great man has been lost. Remember the good memories and great times.
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Tuesday, December 20, 2016
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