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FREDERICK (FREDDIE) SHIZUO MATSUO
Date of Passing: Apr 17, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryFREDERICK (FREDDIE) SHIZUO MATSUO It is with great sadness and happy memories that we announce the peaceful passing of Frederick Shizuo on Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at the age of 86 years. Left to cherish Freddie's memory is his wife of 58 years of marriage, Alena Elizabeth Matsuo and their loving children: Glenn, Colleen (Ronnie), Howie, Randy and Cameron; adored grandchildren, Rachael, Shawne, Nicolas and Zachary; sister, Midori; and brothers, Sam (Clare) and Bob (Hilda). Freddie was born in New Westminster, BC, grew up in Duncan, BC, and was then relocated during the war, to Manitoba to work on the sugar beet farms and various other jobs. After two years of architectural drafting, he joined Smith Carter Architects and worked for 39 years as a draftsman and went on to be a highly regarded and well-respected project manager. In 1954 he married his beloved wife, soul mate and best friend Alena. Together they raised their family in which he was a loving and devoted father and grandfather who never missed a piano recital, sports event or school concert. Freddie was an avid curler, baseball player, and sports fan. He had a love for helping others and was a long standing member of the M.J.C.C.A. and M.J.C.C.C., devoting many hours of volunteer work for both organizations. Freddie was always a compassionate, kind, gentle, generous soul who had a positive outlook on life and he will be greatly missed. I firmly believe that living through experiences from this period of time (Second World War) has been a great benefit in evaluating my personal goals and values. It helped me to further understand some of the more important aspects of our lives such as the meaning of love, compassion, forgiveness, caring and giving. - Freddie Matsuo To celebrate Freddie's life there will be an open house on Friday, May 11, 2012 between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. in the Manitoba Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, 180 McPhillips St. Our deepest thanks go to Dr. Pasco and staff at the St. Boniface Hospital for their great efforts, care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations in Freddie's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society, or Manitoba Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 21, 2012
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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So sad to hear about your families loss. We all remember Mr Matsuo as a warm, genuine man who was family and community oriented. - Posted by: Lyng family (friends) on: May 12, 2012
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My sympathies to all of your family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Don Cuthbert (friend of Glenn Matsuo) on: May 03, 2012
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My sister and I remember Mr Matsuo,as we always called him, as a very kind and gentle man. Always very good to all around him. Our warmest of thoughts go out to the Matsuo family at this time. - Posted by: Suzanne Erdelyi (Friend of daughter Collen) on: Apr 29, 2012
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It was very sad to learn of Fred's passing. We first met him at the former Oxford United Church where he and his wife were part of a wonderfully small but supportive congregation. We saw him and his wife several times in recent years at various special events at the Japanese Cultural Centre and he always took the time to speak with both our daughters. He was always so kind and we could tell how much he loved his wife Alena. Whenever we have a cup of green tea at either the cultural centre or a restaurant we will think of him. Our condolences. - Posted by: Gail MacAulay and Kevin Rollason (Friends) on: Apr 26, 2012
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Please accept our condolences to the entire family on the loss of Mr. Matsuo. His example of strength in adversity and loving kindness will live on through his children and grandchildren and all who knew him. Respectfully, Louise and Arthur Gillman - Posted by: Louise and Arthur Gillman (Friend) on: Apr 25, 2012
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Words cannot describe how deeply touched we are as we read the kind and heartfelt words you have written about Freddie. - Posted by: Alena Matsuo and family (wife and family) on: Apr 25, 2012
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I will miss your big hugs Uncle Freddie and I will cherish the last one you gave me. Even though they say your heart was weak it was so strong and filled with so much love for everyone who knew you! I will always remember your smile...Until we meet again! Love you! Kim - Posted by: Kim Paulicelli (Niece) on: Apr 25, 2012
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I had the privilege of knowing and working with Fred at Smith Carter Architects for nearly 15 years. He was a very kind, pleasant, sincere and professional gentleman. I was honored to be invited and attend his retirement party from Smith Carter over 20 years ago. I was also very pleased to see Fred again when he dropped by the office for a visit about a year and a half ago. We reminisced about some of the great times we shared on a professional and personal level. We worked together on many high profile projects and shared some amusing business trips to New York and Vancouver. Fred will be fondly remembered and never forgotten for the lasting and positive impressions he instilled on everyone. My deepest condolences are extended to Fred's wife, children and family for the loss of their most dear and loved family member. - Posted by: John Roth (Acquaintance and fellow co-worker) on: Apr 23, 2012
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Mrs Matsuo and family. I am so saddened to hear of Freddie's passing. Growing up among the broader family of Smith Carter, I remember Freddie well. He was such a kind and friendly man who always took time to say hi and visit with everyone. He was very dedicated employee and a good friend of my father Ernest who thought the world of Freddie. He will be missed by so many people. Chris Smith - Posted by: Chris Smith (Father was a friend) on: Apr 23, 2012
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Mrs. Matsuo, I was so saddened to learn of Freddie's death. I don't remember NOT knowing Freddie! He worked for Dad as long as I can remember and always had a smile and a kind word for us kids. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him, but his warm and positive spirit will remain! Take care to you and your family. Emily (Smith) Ternette - Posted by: Emily (Smith) Ternette (My father was a friend) on: Apr 22, 2012
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Dear Lee and family, our sincere sympathy in the passing of Fred. As you know I have known Fred a long time - since the early 50's when I was a little girl. We were very saddened to hear of his passing. Hopefully time will eventually heal your loss and sorrow. Do take care, Lee - we shall be thinking of you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Janet and Len Matsukubo - Posted by: Janet and Leonard Matsukubo (family) on: Apr 21, 2012
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I fondly remember throwing the football around with Fred Sammy and Bob many years ago.My thoughts are with the family at ths time. Fred will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Bill Owczar (Friend) on: Apr 21, 2012
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I am truly saddened by Fred's death. Making green tea at the Japanese Pavilion at Folklorama will not be the same. My thoughts, prayers and condolences are with all of Fred's family at this sad and difficult time. i hold each one of you in the light of God's love. Joyce Allen - Fred's folklorama tea buddy. - Posted by: Joyce Allen (Friend) on: Apr 21, 2012
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