Dingwall
It is with much sadness that, we the family of Buddy Fraser, announce his peaceful passing at Buchanan Memorial Hospital, Neil’s Harbour on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 with his daughter-in-law, Mary by his side.
Born on July 15, 1936 in Pleasant Bay, Buddy was the son of the late Larry and Jessie (MacLean) Fraser.
Buddy is survived by his son, Ricky (Mary); daughter, Shannon (Mark); chosen daughter, Kalen (James); daughter-in-law, Gloria (Andy); grandchildren, Joey (Evan), Clayton (Sarah), Jillian (Chris), Hannah, Edward and Katherine; great-grandchildren, Sarah, Ian, Landen, Liam, Rylan, Jerzi, Kali and Xavier; sisters, Tena and Millie; brother, Herbie (Barbara); sister-in-law, Rita; brothers-in-law, David, Arlie and Lloyd; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, Buddy was predeceased by his loving wife of 62 years, Helen; son, Eddie; brother, Edward David; sisters-in-law, Marie, Anne Marie and brothers-in-law, Donnie, Melvin, Jimmy, Kelly and Roy.
Buddy was a humble quiet man who was full of kindness and humor. He loved spending time with family and friends and especially, the grandchildren and great grandchildren. His working years were spent as a fisherman, carpenter, boat builder and operating the family mussel farm. In his younger years, Buddy was a member of Seafarers International, working on the lake boats. Despite illness in his later years, he remained an early riser, avid gardener, outdoorsman, and a wonderful storyteller. Buddy often showed his kindness by sharing things he made with his hands, furniture, snowshoes, sleds, boats, homemade ice cream and peanut butter fudge. Although often busy with projects of his own and with helping others, Buddy always found time to boil the kettle and enjoy a cup of tea with family, friends and neighbours.
Buddy’s family would like to thank friends, neighbours, and extended family for all the help and support during his illness and especially, to his good friend, John, who helped Buddy along the way and was always there for him. We want to thank the entire staff at Buchanan Memorial hospital for their warmth and compassion over the past year. We want to thank Harbourstone Enhanced Care and Highland Manor for the wonderful care you provided to Buddy in his time of need.
There will be no visitation or service at this time for the late Buddy Fraser. A memorial service to celebrate Buddy’s life will be held at a later date.
Donations in memory of Buddy may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Buddy was and always will be the timely gentleman . My heartfelt condolences to Shannon and Ricky as well as the entire family of Buddy and Helen .
From: Louise & Tony Fitzgerald
Thinking of you all, and wishing everyone Peace.
From: June Fraser Poole
Buddy and I were both born out the Interval in Pleasant Bay, we were 7 months apart in age. We went to school together and were friends all our life.
During my summer trips back home to Pleasant Bay, I tried to make it to Dingwall at least once or twice a year. I hadn’t seen him in the last two years. It was so great to talk together about old times. I will miss our visits and storytelling together. Aside from being lifelong friends, we were also cousins. My Father (Duncan MacLean) and Buddy’s Father (Acka) were brothers. We were also related on my Mother’s (Mary Jane Fraser MacLean) side. I was saddened to learn of his passing, my deepest condolences to you all.
From: Bernard (Bernie) MacLean
Sorry to hear about Buddy fine man.Sending sympathy to all Family.
Joe, Evan and family. Sincerest condolences on the loss of your Grandfather. Keep those happy memories close to your hearts and it will help you get thru the days ahead.
Sorry to hear of buddy’s passing.My condolence at this time.Sending my prayers to you all at this time
My Sincere Condolences go out to Buddy’s Family, Thoughts & Prayers are with You All at this sad time!
Thinking of the whole family at this time and hoping you find solace in each other and knowing he is at peace.
Sorry to hear off Buddy’s passing,he’s at peace now 🙏
To Ricky and Shannon and all Buddy’s Family and many Friends, just letting you know Brenda and I are thinking of you and also remembering the many laughs and lunches at the house. They would drop in at the Whale Center just to have a quick chat. To John LaRusic, I know what it’s like to loose a Friend. …… Their work is done, the pain is no more, no more tears of sorrow for the ones they grieved for, for they will grieve no more.
Condolences to all Buddy;s family May he rest in peace
So very sorry to hear this. Buddy and Earl’s friendship go back so many years. When your Dad was in the hospital here last year… Earl was a patient at the same time. Your Dad would come to see Earl in his hospital room and they would talk about fishing; he was so concerned about Earl not feeling well and would always ask him if there was anything he could do to help him out; especially around the boat. He was such a giving person and so willing to help out others… our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Our Condolences to Ricky, Shannon and families on the passing of Buddy. He was such a wonderful person, and loved by everyone. Anytime that he came to Pleasant Bay he would drop in to see us, and tell stories about our house, as it was the house that Buddy was brought up. My Dad bought the house from Buddy’s Dad when they moved to Dingwall in the early nineties. RIP Buddy.
Sincere condolences to all Buddy’s Family. He was truly a remarkable person. We had many wonderful visits and enjoyed each and everyone one of them. I will cherish some things he made and gave to me.
We were very sorry to hear of Buddy’s passing. He was a fine man. Deepest condolences to the entire family from all the Fraser cousins here in Middle River.
RIP Buddy, a wonderful kind gentle Man. Ricky and Mary and Shannon and families, our deepest sympathy.
Our deepest sympathy to all who loved Buddy. At peace now surrounded by many loving souls gone before. Rommel Fitzgerald and Ev
Sincere condolences to all. May each happy memory, remain a joy in your hearts forever💕
Helen & now Buddy gone, leaving a huge hole in the fabric of the back road. Friends to Cyril & Effie, their children and their children’s children. So many memories of lives well lived by two people who were/are a blessing to those of us who had the pleasure of knowing them ❣ Our condolences to their family