Barbara,Kerry&Bruce
Very sorry for your loss, sending love and peace in your time of sorrow.
BURROWS, Frederick " Fred "
1947 - 2022
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Fred Burrows of Englehart, Ont. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 20, 2022, at the age of 74. He was loved very much and will be missed terribly.
Fred was born in Brampton Ont on September 28, 1947 to William & Hazel (Monk). Fred was predeceased by his parents, parents in-law Chester Smith & Bernice Smith (Jack), sister Ruth McKechnie, sisters in-law Cathy Smith and Micheline Smith, brothers in-law John Cragg, Harold Smith, Neil Smith and David Zinck.
Fred is survived by his beloved wife Barbara (Smith) of 53 years. They were married on June 28, 1969. Survived and beloved by his 2 children Kerry (Tyler) and Bruce (Tania); his Grandchildren Stephen (Kayla), Justin (Chelsea), Kaitlin (Ryan), Riley (Jorden), Dawson (Jamie), Cole, Rebecca & Makenzie; his Great Grandchildren Finnley, Griffin, Ava, Daxton, Marcus & Olivea; his siblings Sharon Zinck, Paul Burrows (Reta) & Barb Fuller (Gerry); brother in-law Jim Smith, sisters in-law Anne Cragg, Ellen MacPherson (Milton) & Yvonne Reid and many, much loved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Fred was an avid sports fan. Loved watching the Toronto Maple Leafs & Toronto Blue Jays. He was extensively involved with minor baseball, minor hockey and the NOHA for many, many years. Travelled to many hockey tournaments across Canada. He umpired throughout Temiskaming and also travelled to North Bay and Goderich Ont.
He loved umpiring minor baseball more than anything and passing his knowledge of the game onto the next generation. He watched many kids grow up through the sports he was involved in and was always pleased to see them successful as adults.
Before his accident at Adams Mine in 1986, he played hockey, broomball, fastball, slopitch and bowling.
He volunteered much of his time to the local community, driving the wheelchair bus and being a member of the Rotary Club of Englehart. He could also be depended upon to drive people, whether he knew them or not, that needed to be driven to medical appointments with his own vehicle.
He loved going to play cards at the Englehart Legion Branch 104. He also enjoyed stopping in and visiting with friends & family, sometimes playing cards, other games or just chatting. He loved camping and spreading time outdoors.
The family would like to express their appreciation to Sylvianne Desilets (NP), and the rest of the healthcare team for treating Fred with kindness and dignity and making him as comfortable as possible in his final days.
In lieu of flowers, the family wishes any donations to be directed to a charity of choice, in Fred’s name.
Fred will be interned at a private ceremony at the Englehart Cemetery on Friday, August 26, 2022. This will be followed by an Informal Celebration of Life from 3 pm to 6 pm, to be hosted by Rick and Nikki MacPherson at 388107 Alpine Road, off Highway 11, north of Englehart. Please bring chairs.
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Barbara, Kerry & Bruce
I am so sorry For your loss. Sending you lots of love and hugs
Auntie Barb, Kerry and Brucie and families
Well what to say beside love you all and we will miss Uncle Fred
Auntie Barb Kerry and Brucie and families
Well what to say beside love you all and we will miss Uncle Fred
Barb, Kerry, Bruce
I was so heart broken to hear of Fred's passing. He was a gentle soul and always a great man to be around. My sympathy goes out to Barb, Kerry, and Bruce and all their families. I hope you can all find comfort in knowing he loved you very much and is looking down on you all very proud. I'm so sorry for your loss.
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Aunt Barb, Kerry and Bruce and families
Uncle Fred was one of a kind, his smile and laugh always put a smile on everyone’s face. He will be deeply missed but his memories live on in our hearts. Sending hugs to all!
Barb and family
So sorry for your loss.
Barb, Kerry, Bruce and Families
Sending our condolences on Fred’s passing… Hope you find comfort in each memory of this amazing man.
Dave and Wendi Ferrero
Barb, Kerry, Bruce and Families
Sending our condolences on Fred’s passing… Hope you find comfort in each memory of this amazing man.
Dave and Wendi Ferrero
Barb and family
Sorry for your loss
Fred was a good brother in law
Memories will never die
I will miss this guy
Barbara, Kerry and Bruce
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Fred. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your families! Remember all the wonderful times spent together! ❤️
Barbara Burrows
Dear Barb and family,
We would like to send you all our deepest condolences on Fred’s untimely passing. His loss is felt not only to his family but also to his community. We are thinking of you all.
Sincerely,
Mike and Val Drury and family
Barb and family
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. My deepest condolences
Barb and family
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Karen and Sonny
Burrows family
My condolences to all of Fred's family. Fred was like a fixture in the arena during my boy's years playing hockey. He was such a kind and caring man.
The Burrows Family
My most heartfelt condolences to you all during this very difficult time. It was always a pleasure to run into Fred at the ball field, whether he was umpiring or there as a spectator! He always had a smile on his face and was always checking in to see how things were going. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Barb and Family
My heart goes out to you and your family today....I know you two were soul mates....Family will be by your side! Sending hugs!!!!
Barb and your family-
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. May the love and support of family, friends, and neighbours give you strength at this very difficult time. Never refuse a hug! Our sincere condolences!
The Burrows Family
Deepest condolences on your loss.
Fred Burrows
Dear Barbara and family. I am saddened to learn of Fred's passing. Though I left the Tri-Towns in 2005. I still smile when I think about the many times I ran into Fred in Englehart. Be it at the rink or ball field ,or just on the street. He always had a story that ended in both of us laughing like kids. Please accept my sincere condolences. May God give you strength during this difficult time. Jeff Howe. Brantford ,ON.
Barb and family
So sorry. He was a great man. I have fond memories of Fred growing up in Tomstown. He will be missed by many. Sending hugs.
Barbara and family
Thinking of you at this sad time.
The Burrows family
Our prayers & thoughts are with you all...loved Fred to pieces...he umpired b-ball with my late husband Mike Jibb & also refereed hockey with him..they were such a pair..Fred always remembered our kids names & always asked how they were doing ...will miss Fred dearly...love & hugs all around ♥️ Diane Jibb & families
Barbara and family.
My sympathies to you and family. Thinking of you.
The Burrows Family
With deepest sympathies on the loss of Fred Burrows
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Barbara
Lorna and I send our prayers to you and your family. We had many good times and conversations over the years. I personally enjoyed being involved in many activities with Fred, especially the Under17 program. He was a person who was a volunteer at heart. He will be missed.
Andrew and Lorna Macdonald
Sudbury
Barbra Kerry and Bruce
We are all saddened by Fred's passing he was a kind sweet gentle man Cara and Andrew loved having him at their Ball games either umping or watching our sympathies go out to you all and ur families he will be deeply missed hugs to u all
Barb and Family
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart hearing of the passing of Fred. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Barb and the Family. Fred and I spent countless hours together in the rink facilitating coaching clinics and Development Camps for the NOHA. Fred was a giving and tireless worker all for the betterment of the players and coaches. He truly earned and deserved his status as a Life Member of the NOHA. I also remember the fun times we had while he was umpiring ball with his old side kick Pete. Rest in Peace my friend. - Rick and Cindy Barron
Barb Burrows and family
Fred will be missed by our community. He has been so generous and kind.
Sending hugs and prayers to all of you.
Kay Nychuk.& Bob.
Barb, Bruce, and Kerry
So sorry for your loss. Fred was a great presence in hockey and baseball for me when I was growing up. I can still hear his voice echoing in the arena when I missed a chance to get the puck.."shouldaaa been there!!"
Barbara and Family
We were so sorry to hear of Fred passing he enjoyed his life to the fullest we will all miss him xoxo
Barb and family
We are so very sorry for your loss. You will miss him, but you have good memories. Anne & Ron Bailey
Family of Fred
Sorry to hear about Fred. I got to know Fred quite well when I was involved with minor hockey for a few years and then with girls hockey both in Kirkland Lake. We had many a good chat. Rest in peace Fred. You will be missed.
Burrows Family
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs
Barb, Bruce and Kerry
Sorry for your lose, I can remember all the work he did in organizing youth hockey tournaments in Englehart. I am pretty sure you can count on one hand the number of hockey games he missed that I played in with Bruce, and he was never worried about the result of the game. He will be missed, remember all the laughs and stories you experienced with him.
Tony Rowlandson
Barb and family
My sincere condolences to Barb, Kerrie and family. Fred was a man of few words, always ready to help and 100 percent devoted to his wife, children, family and community. He will be missed....
The Burrows Family
We are very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. We got to know each other well through our involvement with Legion ‘87 hockey team and would continue this friendship through his continuing interest and volunteering in so many other worthwhile community areas.
It was our good fortune to have( even for a short time) to have met Fred and enjoyed his friendship ,sense of humour and overall goodness!
Our condolences to the family and his many friends.
Brian and Gale Hamilton
Barb
Barb and family - I was so saddened by hearing of Fred's passing. We had many interactions over the years over baseball, hockey and broomball. We did a lot of ball games together - he as umpire and me as scorekeeper. He was always ready to answer questions and help out. He will be missed.
the whole family
He was a special guy and will be missed by all. Our sincere sympathy to all the family.
Barbara
Our hearts & thoughts are with you Barb, during this time of grieving. Your family is not alone in remembering a truly wonderful person who meant so much to so many.
Marcia & John Morris
Barbara Kerry Bruce and Families
I am sorry to hear about Fred's passing. Wishing you my condolences at this sad time
Barb, Kerry, Bruce, and Families...
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Fred. Fred will be missed by all who knew him. Our Condolences go to all of Fred's Family, and friends.
BARBARA BURROWS AND FAMILY
FRED WAS MY BEST MAN AT MY WEDDING AND THOUGH WE DRIFTED APART. I REMEMBER THE BEST TIMES FRED AND I HAD AS WE GREW UP.
MY SYMPANIES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
mIKE AND DOREEN WARD AND FAMILY
Barbara, Kerry & Bruce
Dear Barb, Kerry & Bruce;
I was saddened to read of Fred's passing. Sending my condolences to you all.
Barb Cunnington
Barb and family
My deepest sympathies to you with the loss of Fred . I dont know of a more determined , tenacious , hard -working and passionate person . My sincere condolences .
Burrows family
My sincere condolences to the family on the passing of Fred.I got to know him through ball in Elk Lake.He will be missed by all.RIP dear friend.
Barbara and family
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
fred burrows
So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. Such a great person. Condolences to Barb and family. Love Jean & Bill.
Bruce, Kerry, and Barbara
I was saddened to hear of Fred’s passing - he was a wonderful man. His obituary captured who he was - he was so involved in kids lives growing up - nothing but great childhood memories that I cherish to this day. May he Rest In Peace and may you have splice knowing he was a wonderful person, inside and out!
The Burrows family
Fred was a wonderful man and always a joy to deal with. We had many enjoyable conversations. He was a man of integrity and compassion. I will miss him a great deal around the ball fields and rinks of this area. My condolences on your loss.
Bruce, Kerry, and Barbara
I was saddened to hear of Fred’s passing - he was a wonderful man. His obituary captured who he was - he was so involved in kids lives growing up - nothing but great childhood memories that I cherish to this day. May he Rest In Peace and may you have solace knowing he was a wonderful person, inside and out!
Barb, Kerry, Bruce
So sorry to hear about the death of Fred. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.