Francis Higginson Cabot

1925 - 2011

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1925

DIED

2011

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Francis Cabot Obituary

LOUDON - Francis Higginson Cabot of Loudon died peacefully after a long illness at his family summer home in La Malbaie, Quebec, Canada on Nov. 19, 2011, at the age of 86.

Born in New York City in 1925 and educated at St. Bernard's and Groton Schools and Harvard College, he founded The Garden Conservancy in 1989, authored The Greater Perfection in 2001, and was considered one of the world's greatest gardeners, receiving many honors in the world of horticulture over the years and even the Order of Canada for his work in protecting the landscape and heritage of Charlevoix County in Quebec.

He is survived by his wife, Anne, of 62 years; his children Colin, Currie and Marianne and their spouses; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be private.

Contributions may be made to The Garden Conservancy, P.O. Box 219; or the Quatre Vents Foundation, P.O. Box 222, both in Cold Spring, N.Y., 10516; or to the charity of one's choice .

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Concord Monitor on Nov. 21, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Francis Cabot

11 Entries

Brenda Zadjeika

March 14, 2023

I just watched the documentary and the garden world Mr. Cabot envisioned and carried out made me very emotional and at peace. Thank-you to his family and conservancy for continuing to share his vision with us.

Claude Martin

December 4, 2011

Thank you Mr.Cabot for everything you have done for the Charlevoix region and especially around Cap-à-l'Aigle where the Desmeules family from my grandmother's side has always been a good neighbour for many years.

C. Martin
Member of the Fraser Highlanders
Quebec City

November 28, 2011

La Malbaie ,Nov.25th2011.

The first time I met Monsieur Cabot,I was 18 so he hired me at the Stonecrop Nurseries Coldspring N.Y.,a young boy from Cap-A-l'Aigle, Quebec,he gave me the opportunity to perfect my English language and open my horizons on the american culture.he was a man of high caliber;like a "Man of all Seasons", visionary with always new projects to fullfill;a man of high culture well aware of his surroundings.
I also made some video productions for him ;profiting of the trust he put in me.
Last summer,that was the last time I spoke with him on the phone and realized how he was steadfast facing death,the mark of great people.

Finally he was diligent at preserving heritage Charlevoix for generations to come and much appreciated by La Malbaie(MurrayBay) people which he liked much;the reason he preferred to die among them ,tell it all.
The good news in the following is that his son Collin announced that he is taking the flame to further Frank's vision of projects into the community.

My sincere condoleances to the family,his wife Ann,the children Currie,Marianne & Collin.

Marcel DesChenes,
La Malbaie,Qc.

Peer and June Norgaard

November 24, 2011

Francis Cabot has done so much for the betterment of the world in so many ways, not the least of which are preserving nature and bringing the grace, beauty and peace of gardens to a world increasingly filled with strife. We will cherish our memories of Les Quatre Vents and remember a great man. Our deepest sympathies to Anne and family.

Lili Gaubin

November 24, 2011

We can say we had the pleasure to know Mr Cabot because we enjoyed every minute and walk in his amazing gardens. Testimony of the great man he was, are reflected in his philanthropic creations. A gift to educate, preserve nature and make it a better green world for generations to enjoy!
Dear Paula and Colin our thoughts are with you and Mother joins me in sending you our warm and heartfelt sympathy.

Lucie Saint-Gelais

November 23, 2011

toutes mes condoléances à la famille de M. Cabot. mes remerciements sincères pour le philanthrope qu'il a été spécialement dans les causes reliées à l'éducation à l'environnement et la protection du patrimoine,

James Cypher

November 22, 2011

I got to meet Frank while working for the Garden Conservancy. What a great, humble, intelligent and visionary human being. He will be missed by many.

Peter Lerangis

November 22, 2011

Frank Cabot was dear to my heart as a friend, a fellow writer, and a kind man with a sharp wit.

He was equally dear to the more than four hundred alumni of a group he co-founded in 1946, the Harvard Krokodiloes. His personality was the essence of grace, good humor, and unflagging zeal for the fellowship of singing, all qualities that have embedded themselves in the group's spirit. Each time we have had the great opportunity to spend time with Frank, we have been reminded of how much he gave us, how dedicated he was to his brethren, and how like him we strive to be. His kindness to younger members was especially appreciated, and his dedication to family and the perfection of natural beauty will remain an inspiration to us all.

Nunc est cantandum, Frank!
Peter

November 21, 2011

Our condolences to Mr. Cabot's family. I had just revisited the Garden in August while at home in Cap-a-l'Aigle/La Malbaie. I live in New York City and work with the United Nations. I remember fondly receiving a very touching letter from Mr. Cabot years ago when I had written to him about the church of our village.
He will be missed by many.
Sincerely,
Sylvie Deschênes

Harry Merritt

November 21, 2011

I had the privilege of hearing Mr. Cabot speak (at an event in the Baltimore area) a few years ago and found him a gracious and thoughtful man. His book, "The Greater Perfection," could well be the most beautiful garden book ever. My sympathies to the Cabot family.

November 21, 2011

My condolences to the family.
Psalms 147:3.

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