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Fred POOK Obituary
96 years. Passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 11, 2017. Predeceased by his wife Ruby (2013). Loving father of Bill and Deb Pook, Harrow. Loving grandpa of Christopher (Kristyn) Pook, Ashley Pook and friend Will McKend and great-granddaughter Ezri. Predeceased by his brother Jack Pook (1982), sisters Betty (Chuck) Piros (1958) and Audrey (Elmer) Robinson (2003). Also remembered by several nieces and nephews. Fred became a Pioneer Seed dealer in 1955 and a John Deere Dealer in 1958, thus establishing Fred G. Pook Limited. He was a member of the IOOF 309 Harrow for over 60 years. Fred was a participant in the Harrow Fair Parade for 59 consecutive years. He was inducted into the Essex County Agricultural Hall of Fame in 2015. Fred will always be remembered for his love of farming for 80 years. Visitation at
Gerald A. Smith Funeral Home
197 King St. W. Harrow
Tuesday 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. A service to celebrate Fred's life will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Elder Darwin E. Wismer officiating. Interment at Colchester Memorial Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Harrow Rotary Charitable Account or charity of your choice. You may send your online condolences to
www.geraldasmith.ca
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Laura Benoit
November 16, 2017
My condolences on the loss of your father Bill, my thoughts are with you and family
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Susan Paré
November 13, 2017
Dear Pook family,
I remember Mr. Pook as a really nice man who lived across the road from my grandmother Marguerite Kennedy in Harrow. My brother Craig and I, as little kids, used to love visiting your farm when we got to spend time with our grandmother on her farm. Grandma used to say that Fred was a very fastidious, first-class farmer and greatly admired his industriousness and how well he took care of her land. I last saw Mr. Pook at my mom, Barbara's funeral and that was such lovely surprise. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
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