May 23, 1921 - June 28, 2019
Born in Winnipeg, MB, May 23, 1921 Passed away in Victoria, BC June 28, 2019. Moved to Vancouver at the age of 3. Attended Selkirk and South Vancouver Schools graduating with a certificate in Radio. At the Age of 19 joined the Norwegian Merchant marines supply ship working on the ship Marie Bakke as a radio operator then after the war worked for Marconi.
In 1961 he met and married Marguerite Ellen Weir. They moved to Prince Rupert and bought a business Superior Radio Sales and Service. He loved to work and continued well into his late 80's.
He loved garage sales and fixing things. Fred was a long time member of the Sons of Norway and the Ham Radio Association of Prince Rupert. Fred always wanted to know how things worked or how to make them better. He believed everyone should keep learning until they die.
Predeceased by his wife Marg. Leaves behind his children Cheryl (Glen) & Michael (Fatima). Grandchildren Montana, Marcus & Brianna and Cody. Also sister Gladys Blackman (George), nieces Brenda Stubbs & Barbara Blackman.