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FREDERICK GOODCHILD, JR. (FRED)
Born: Mar 22, 1947
Date of Passing: Dec 11, 2019
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FREDERICK GOODCHILD, JR.
March 22, 1947 - December 11, 2019
Fred was born on March 22, 1947, in Kenora, Ontario.
In 1967, he attended Bomber camp and was recruited by Hugh Campbell at Whitworth College. Following this recruitment, Fred was involved in a car accident, hurting his back, and he was unable to return to football. He then began a successful career in sales working for Mercedes, Frontier Toyota and Transcona Trailer Sales.
It was while working at Frontier Toyota that Fred met Coreen. On July 23, 2019, these newlyweds celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary.
When he retired in 2013, it was with one goal in mind...GOLF...golf all summer here in Winnipeg and all winter in Arizona.
One of his greatest joys was watching the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Imagine how happy Fred was when he got to see the Bombers win the Grey Cup!
Fred is survived by the love of his life and partner in life, Coreen Goodchild; daughter Dayna; Grandchildren, Brennan, Kaelan, Tristan, Connor, Lindsay and Murrin; and great-grandchildren, Sawyer and Caspien.
Fred was predeceased by his parents, Catherine and Frederick Goodchild, Sr. and brother Arthur Leydier.
A celebration of Fred's life will be held when the golf course opens...of course!
FRED, YOUR HUGS WILL BE MISSED....
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 21, 2019
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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My Mom was Bertha Penny... Catherine was my mom's sister ... I am so sad to hear that Freddie passed ... I'm sure he would have remembered me .. I never forgot him. Thank you for posting such an informative obituary as the names jogged my memory and I knew it was Freddie.... I am the last (woman )standing in my family, both my parents are gone and my sister Ketia too. I am widowed, have three children and six grandchildren... live in BC - Posted by: Lucy Henderson (Freddie was my cousin ) on: Jul 11, 2021
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Fred was a kind generous soul who loved life- loved to celebrate his achievements in golf during his winter trips to Myrtle Beach and the mis-adventures usually caused by the weather. Full-time golf now Fred. Best wishes. So sorry Coreen for your loss. - Posted by: Roger Fontaine (client) on: Jan 30, 2020
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My condolences to Coreen & family on the passing of Fred. Remember him fondly as a business colleague. - Posted by: Doug Boyce (Fromer work colleague) on: Jan 08, 2020
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Fred was always such a happy person. He and my dad were great friends while working at Frontier and he was a cherished friend to my parents to this day. He will be greatly missed. ♥ - Posted by: Sue Brander (Family Friend) on: Dec 24, 2019
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So sorry to hear this news. I’ll miss you Fred. Many good memories playing golf with you at Elmhurst. The trip to Kananaskis was best. - Posted by: Doug Teney (Friend) on: Dec 24, 2019
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Fred and I worked at Frontier Toyota for many years with Fred being a top notch salesman. Fred and Coreen helped us celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. We will miss your friendly smile and laughter. Lovingly Dave and Emily Kraus. - Posted by: David and Emily Kraus (Friend) on: Dec 23, 2019
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I met Fred in high school at WK. He lent me his 007 Bond James Bond books. Although we never met after high school I was in contact with his parents for many years. So sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Brigitte deLeeuw (Friend) on: Dec 21, 2019
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It was with heavy hearts that we heard of Fred's passing. Our feelings go out to Coreen who I know made his life very happy. Our prayers go with you. See you at the 19th. - Posted by: Bob & Libby Sands (friend) on: Dec 21, 2019