VICTOR PHILLIP FREDETTE

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VICTOR PHILLIP FREDETTE After a lengthy illness, Victor Fredette passed away peacefully on September 8, 2013 at Riverview Health Centre, surrounded by his loving family. Victor is survived by his wife Yvonne, his daughter Carmelle (Terry Crymble) his son Richard (Barbara Sing Fredette), his grand-children, Alyssa and Caitlyn Crymble, Justine and Reece Fredette. His brother Joe, his sisters Denise, Louise, Annette and Ida. He leaves behind many family members and friends who have been touched by his delightful sense of humour and his patience in adversity. Victor was preceded in death by his parents Josaphat and Dorothee, his brothers Lucien and Paul, his sisters Bertha and Cécile. Victor was born in St. Jean Baptiste, MB on March 21, 1933. The family moved to St. Boniface where he attended Provencher School. Victor played professional hockey with the Detroit Red Wings Farm team in Milwaukee. He also played junior hockey with the Flying Frenchmen and the Winnipeg Monarchs where he reached the Memorial Cup Final. He combined school and sports with great intensity. When he wasn't playing hockey he was coaching at the community club level in Fort Garry. Victor worked for the Underwriter Adjustment Bureau as an insurance adjuster. He then built his own Company V.P. Fredette Insurance Adjuster where he was successful for many years. His whole life centered around work and family. He was active in his everyday life when he had a massive stroke and subsequent paralysis. His paralysis might have slowed him down but he continued his efforts to overcome this even to his last days. Victor's legacy to his family is one of loving fortitude in his struggle to lead as normal a life as possible. His faith and perseverance helped him to overcome distress and to keep those around him in as much joy and happiness as possible. He especially loved being a pépère to his grandchildren. The family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff on CD3 at the Riverview Health Centre for their care, kindness and consideration. In keeping with Victor's wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial mass celebrating his life will be held 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 12, 2013 at the St. Vital Catholic Church, 1629 Pembina Highway followed by a memorial tribute and eulogy. Rest in Peace Dad you were one of the good guys. In lieu flower, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 200 - 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. Funeral arrangements in care of Leclaire Brothers 775-2220.
Publish Date: Sep 11, 2013

VICTOR PHILLIP FREDETTE Vic Fredette passed away on September 8, 2013 at the Riverview Health Centre, at the age of 80 years. Funeral arrangements are pending and a full obituary will follow.
Publish Date: Sep 10, 2013

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 11, 2013