Fred Coates

Dear Coates Family
I read Fred's obituary and was so touched at the life he lead and the legacy he leaves. How wonderful to be married to your soulmate and have the love of children and grandchildren. I am so sorry I never met him but knowing Kim all of these years and seeing the special man he is I know that a part of Fred lives on in all of his children and grandchildren.
My most heartfelt sympathies for you loss
a Big Hug Gayle Abrams

Dear Joyce and family,

I was saddened to hear that Fred passed away and send you my best wishes.
I am privileged to have met both of you with your families and enjoyed your (now world renown) hospitality when visiting.
I know from the brief time I had with you both that Fred was very much loved by all who met him, with an infectious smile that seemed to befriend anyone he talked to. Those that are genuine in spirit and heart always leave the deepest impressions, and I'm honoured to have had the opportunity to know Fred and the genuine kindness of your family.
I hope I have the opportunity to catch up again in the not too distant future.

The staff at the Law Library,University of Saskatchewan send you their sincere condolences. You are daily in our thoughts

Dean, Cathy & family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May each of you have precious memories of your dad and grandpa and find comfort in the days ahead.

Michelle Halvorson

Dearest Joyce and Family:
My thoughts, prayers and love are with all of you during this very difficult time.
Fred was one in a million a gentleman that is so rare, a man who was truly loved by all.
I will be forever grateful to both you and Uncle Fred for welcoming me into the family and for Uncle Fred always making me feel so special and loved. I treasure the quick visits the smiles, the music and the humour. They are memories that I will take with me forever. I am sorry that I will not be there on Friday; please know I am in spirit. Auntie Joyce I will make sure to make special time for you and I during my next visit to Saskatoon.
Love Colette

Kim, Diana and family
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad was a great man who loved all his boys and treated us as we were his own. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Joan, Dave, Chad and Erin Summers

Kim - I want to extend our kindest thoughts to you and your family at this sad time. I still remember having coffee with your Dad in the cafe downstairs in Eaton's - he was the "shoe guy" and I, the candy counter girl! He never stopped trying to get the scoop on what you "were really up to" when we were in our senior year at Nutana and even, on occasion, let me buy that twenty-five cent cup of coffee!! I wish you memories that will make you smile and bring a warmth to your heart. With our kindest thoughts - Nancy (Hamilton) and Tim Muzyka, Brent and William, and all the Hamilton family.

I am sorry to hear that Fred has left us all. When he stopped in for a coffee at the restaurant now and then he was always up for a visit and so kind.

Kim, Diana and Families,
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Such a sad time, our thoughts are with all of you.
Cathy (Hess), David, Avrey, Jill & Rogan Green

Breanne, Bradley & Zachary

Now your grandpa is now with mine. I am very sorry that he is gone.

From your friend Hunter Sander

Dean, Cathy, Breanne, Bradley & Zachary

Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this most difficult time may you find strength in your family & friends now and always. May God Bless & keep you all.

From Shirley & Hunter Sander

congratulations on a life well lived.condolences to your loving family.

Joyce and family...........
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pam

Hi Gramma I am Sad that grandpa died and I hope you still remeber the good memories Love,Breanne

So sad to hear about Fred's death. Thinking of you Joyce and hoping you are ok. I am also remembering that fun day you, Fred and I had in hamilton two years ago. I still have our picture on my fridge. That is how I will remember Fred. Happy, healthy, funny and still so much in love with you! Take care of yourself, i'll be thinking of you.

All our love,

Gail, Dave, Declan and Ciara