Donald FREY Obituary

Published by Calgary Herald on Sep. 13, 2013.

FREY, Donald Roy
September 27, 1925 – September 9, 2013
After a blessed and fulfilling life, our dear husband, father and grandfather, Don, passed away peacefully at Broadmead Lodge in Victoria. Don is survived by his beloved partner and wife of 54 years, Anne, as well as son Doug (Joanne) and daughter Kathryn Dawson (Bob). Don's special grandchildren Megan, Erin, Ben and Janet will treasure their happy memories with their Grandad. Don was born in Lethbridge, Alberta where he was raised with his brother Hector and sisters Kay and Eleanor. At the age of 18 he joined the Army. After the war he was able to attend the University of Western Ontario (he had seen the beautiful campus on route to his Army training camp). While at Western, Don made many life-long friends and enjoyed a varied post-graduation career in Ottawa which included CFL and MLB broadcasting as well as a stint at GMAC. However, Alberta remained close to his heart and he moved back to Calgary where he became a successful Landman working for Amoco and Sun Oil before establishing his own company. Don was an active member of the Glencoe Club where he enjoyed the fellowship of sport with many valued friends. Don was a generous man and had a significant sense of community. He volunteered with many service organizations including Rotary International and Kinsmen, in addition to serving as Chairman of the Woods Christian Home Board. He was especially proud of his volunteer work at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. Don treasured his relationship with Anne which encompassed all facets of his life. They loved each other and being with one another. They were keen golf and tennis players and traveled extensively, appreciating different cultures they encountered. They also had a love of the mountains that included downhill skiing and hiking which they have imparted on their children and grandchildren. In 2002, they moved to Victoria and continued to lead a busy and active lifestyle until Don's illness incapacitated him in 2011. Don was an honourable man and a gentleman. He had his sense of humour until the end and was loved and respected by all. A heartfelt thank-you to the amazing staff at Broadmead Lodge where Don spent the last year of his life. A family memorial has taken place. Donations in Don's name may be made to the Lodge at Broadmead, care of 4579 Chatterton Way, Victoria, British Columbia, V8X 4Y7.
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September 6, 2014

Gail Owens

Remembering my dear uncle! You will be forever remembered for your keen sense of humour and laugh that went along with it. Your twinkling eyes and your kindness will always be missed. I send my love to your family at this one year mark. The last time my mom visited her brother she said to him "We sure have had a good life, haven't we Don?" and he answered with enthusiasm "We sure have!".

September 19, 2013

Denise Korolyk

Dear Doug,
Sending heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dad.
Keep his memory close to your heart and take comfort in the loving support of your family and friends.

September 16, 2013

I have many happy memories of Don.....blessings on you Anne and your family at this sad time. I can understand your pain and grief. The Lord will be with you all.
Jack

September 14, 2013

P.J Evans

I hear Don passed away through my father - Mr. Phil Evans, who used to work together as Landmen many years ago. Please accept our deepest sympathies from my mom, Kathy and myself, PJ. I recall Mr. Frey as a man of who loved his wife and children very much. His doors were always open to all of us kids. I am saddened upon hearing he passed and pray that his family can find comfort in knowing he lived a very fruitful life. One of my fondest memories of Mr. Frey (never called him Don, not once) was back when I was around 8 yrs old. We were huddled down in the dark down in the family basement watching hockey films on an old 33 mm projector. We ate, drank and laughed but Coach Frey was serious trying to instill us the fundamentals of hockey. Always a coach, always a gentleman - a man I loved. May you rest in peace Don.

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