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2020
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19 Entries
Drew MacDonald
February 27, 2020
The "Frawley Light" has a quality all of it's own.
Drew MacDonald
Charlie Oscar
HMCS OKANAGAN SS74
(20 Years After Nigel brought the Boat to life.)
4259 Skip Sears
February 10, 2020
Nigel and I met as Recruits at RMC in 1954 and we were close friends until he left after Second Year to pursue his seafarer's dream.
We reconnected years later in Toronto and met from time to time for social and RMC get togethers.
When I met with Nigel at Bridgepoint Hospital his entusiasm and positive outlook on life were, as always, upbeat. He will be missed.
On behalf of RMC'58, my wife Ann and I extend our deepest sympathy to Lynn,Douglas and Jamie and Heather.
Bob Mackay
February 7, 2020
I was a member of the wardroom in HMCS OKANAGAN. Most of us had never met Nigel until he took command. He was a terrific CO, and we were much in awe of his extensive time in RN boats before he joined OKANAGAN. There was never a moment when I doubted we were in good hands.
Nigel was sorely missed when he couldn't make it to the OK's 50th anniversary two years ago.
Heartfelt condolences to Nigel's family.
George Jackson
February 4, 2020
Further to my photo of the three of us;
Nigel was Best Man at my wedding in England having travelled from Canada with Colin Curleigh. My only family in attendance in that faraway country. A true friend and brother in arms at my time of need and beyond. May his crossing of the bar been a peaceful one.
England, 1958: me Nige and Curl
George Jackson
February 4, 2020
February 4, 2020
Lynn, Harvey, Douglas,Jamie and Heather
Connie and I regret that we won't be able to be with you on friday but we wanted to extend our condolences to you .
We remember fondly all the great times we 've had together with Nigel over the years - his charm ,sense of humour and lovely chuckle .
Our thoughts will be with you
Connie and Jamie Wright
February 2, 2020
R.I.P.
I remember well a young Lieutenant Nigel Frawley R.C.N. serving in a British manned submarine HM S/M AURIGA [1962-5] Based on Halifax NS. He was a very popular officer, well liked and respected, with a ready smile, a willing ear and an endearing manner. We got up to many things including attending the scene of the worst submarine disaster ever when the USS THRESHER was lost off Cape Cod in April 1963. Overall, happy memories of those days of long ago. Goodbye and God bless.
G.DYKES Senior Radio Man
Bury St Edmunds Suffolk UK
Andy Lovasi
February 1, 2020
I had the pleasure of serving under Nigel on the Okanagan. I was a young ordinary seaman but he always showed me respect. To this day I will always remember how he discussed my family history in regards to our time through the Hungarian revolution in 1956. God bless his soul.
Ken King
January 31, 2020
I had the honour of sailing with Nigel when he was Commanding Officer of H.M.C.S. Okanagan after commissioning. He was a true gentleman and a excellant Submarine Commnder. Rest in Peace, Sir
January 31, 2020
Nigel was my cousin and I first met him when he visited myself and my Mother in the UK when I was a child. He was a glamorous Canadian Naval Cadet! Since then over the years we have met at times when he visited his UK family. I will never forget my funny, intelligent and charming cousin. May you rest in peace Nigel. Julia Currie x
January 28, 2020
A true gentleman and the best of company. I have many fond memories of him from my CMI days. May he rest in peace.
Brian J. McGovern. Dublin
January 27, 2020
Our sincere sympathy to Lynn and family and to Heather.
When Lyle and I first came to Toronto, close to 50 years ago, we moved into a fourplex on Chaplin Crescent. The former tenants were Nigel and Heather. They made us feel so very welcome to this NEW BIG city Toronto.
If this is what people are like in Toronto, well then, WE WILL LOVE this new home.
I will never forgot their kindness. Peace to you Nigel .
Ann and Lyle Hepburn
Hal Watson
January 27, 2020
I remember Nigel fondly from his CMI activities and interaction with the Maritime Law Association of the United States. He was a charming man, and extremely well respected within the international maritime legal community. He will be sorely missed.
Hal Watson
January 25, 2020
So many memories from 50+ years ago, including being in his first wedding party.
He was a lovely man - gentle, thoughtful and he had an excellent sense of humour.
Living on the West Coast, we hadn't seen him since the 80's, but I have always had a soft spot in my heart for him.
Our condolences to Douglas and Jamie, and Heather.
Anne and Jay MacAulay
January 25, 2020
I value my friendship with all the Frawleys as one of the precious treasures of my life. They lived across the road from us in Westmount.
Nigel's mother Gip was especially close to us and was my rock while I was bringing up my 5 children. She worked with my husband in real estate and her children Frances, Barbara and Nigel were all close to us. On his visits home, Nigel would amuse us with stories of his life at sea as we enjoyed drinks together. He was always smiling and there was much laughter when he was around. It's sad now the Frawleys are all gone. I offer my condolences to his wife Lynn and family.
Sincerely, Tessa Borner
Heidi Borner
January 25, 2020
Nigel and his mother, Gip, and sisters Fran and Barbara were constants in our family life growing up in Westmount, Montreal. As a child, I saw Nigel as caring, patient, a fascinating story-teller, and one to relish a good political discussion. He was Santa for us for a number of years, and I remember clearly at age 4 recognising him. I was delighted that Nigel was Santa, but my brother and I decided not to ruin Christmas for my parents who clearly believed Nigel was the real Santa, so with a wink the three of us played along. It was a memory I hold dear. I moved away and hadn't seen him very often- the last time was when he spoke at my father's Celebration of Life. Great stories. All our Frawleys have now left this mortal coil but they will be forever in my heart. Love and hugs to his family.
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