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RICHARD STEPHEN FREDERICK

Born: Apr 29, 1955

Date of Passing: Oct 16, 2015

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RICHARD STEPHEN (RICK) FREDERICK April 29, 1955 - October 16, 2015 My best friend, my husband, my soul mate, my love sadly left this world on October 16, 2015. What's left is an immeasurable hole that will never be filled. Rick was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He came to Vancouver when he was 24 to start a new life. Shortly after, we met, we fell in love and a year later we were married. Rick deeply loved his family, his dear friends, and his loving nieces and nephews here and in Winnipeg. He had a keen intellect, sharp wit and a gentle soul. He was a voracious reader, especially loving literature, one of his favourite authors being Alice Munro. He loved to write stories, beautiful heart breaking stories. Music and lyrics were other passions, from Rock to Classical and everything else in between. He loved nature, being in the mountains, swimming in the lakes, walking the trails, sitting on the beach... He loved the innocents, the children and the animals who don't want to hurt or to hurt anyone. He loved me...Goodbye my sweet; we will be together again, Love, Pea A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 21 at 2:00 p.m. at the Burquitlam Funeral Chapel, 625 North Rd., Coquitlam, BC. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Hope in Shadows, by buying their 2016 Calendar. "Have compassion for everyone you meet, even if they don't want it. What seems conceit, bad manners, or cynicism is always a sign of things no ears have heard, no eyes have seen. You do not know what wars are going on down there where the spirit meets the bone." Miller Williams

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 30, 2015

Condolences & Memories (4 entries)

  • Rick and I were friends in High School and even got into the odd bit of trouble way back then but,then again, who didn't get into some sort of trouble in their teen years. Rick was always a loyal friend but we drifted apart after he left CN. Very Sorry to hear of his passing and would like to pass along my Condolences ... - Posted by: Jeff Douglas (Friend) on: Nov 08, 2015

  • I had not seen Rick in person since our high school days, but I can still recall that handsome guy with an impish grin, staring out from beneath a tussle of long curly hair! Rick and I reconnected with a most enjoyable email correspondence several years ago, and I was struck by his wit, his emotional intelligence, and his gift with the written word. He spoke movingly of his deep love for you, Patricia, and sent some lovely pictures of you and him enjoying life together. My deepest condolences to you, Patricia. May fond memories of your wonderful guy help to sustain you through your grief. Michael - Posted by: Michael Resch (Friend) on: Nov 06, 2015

  • Rick and I had the opportunity to reconnect a few years ago and I treasured the memories we shared. He was a gentle soul and i will miss him. - Posted by: Eleanor Gaudreau Hrabowych (high school friend) on: Nov 05, 2015

  • I did not Richard but he seems so much like my son who died this past summer. RIP both of you, you are beautiful souls. You are so missed. - Posted by: Carmen (no relationship) on: Oct 30, 2015

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