South Bar
1928-2022
As you’re reading this, our father has made his last trip from the South Bar Wharf, pulled his last lobster trap, and played his Gibson and sang with us all for the last time. On Friday, December 2, 2022, at The Cove Guest Home, father of Beth Latham, Francis (Corinne), Valarie (Jerry) Sampson and Jake (Amy) died gracefully surrounded by his children.
Dad was employed by Devco for many years, was a full-time lobster fisherman and in later years an entrepreneur. Dad was an avid sportsman and loved to go fishing and hunting in the highlands. But his greatest joy was playing the guitar and singing with his family.
Francis was the son of the late Dan and Hannah (MacKinnon) Fraser, formerly from Lowland Cove. He was also predeceased by his brothers, Simon, Danny, Angus, Ronald, Richard, Paul and sisters, Christina Drover, and Mary Roper.
Francis is survived by his brother, William (Mary), South Bar, and his sister, Catherine Clements, NB; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind his wife of 24 years, Hazel (Milley) Fraser; left to mourn are his grandchildren, Brad, Fraser (Tina) and Daniel (Carolyn) Latham and Shaun, AB, Trevor, Todd (Lynda) Fraser, and Noelle (Jeff) Breau, NB, Steven (Kate) Lynk, Pamela (DG) Francis, Ellen Sampson, and Donald (Jenna) Sampson, Kristin Morrison, Abigale Fraser and 13 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service to celebrate the life of Francis David Fraser will be held in the Pier Community Funeral Home, All Faith Chapel, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Following the service, a reception will be held in the funeral home. Francis will be laid to rest in St. Alphonsus Cemetery, Victoria Mines.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Francis may be made to the “Make A Wish Foundation”.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Beth, Valerie, Francis and families, please accept my condolences on the passing of your father. Hoping the good memories will help you through the difficult days ahead, may he RIP
From: Anne Sullivan
Beth and family,
Very sorry for the loss of your father.
God Bless
From: Mike Ryan
Sending our deepest condolences to Valerie and families during this difficult time .
From: Adrian & Beanie O’Toole
Thinking of you all during this difficult time
From: Phonse and Agnes (White)Martell
So sorry for your loss
From: Linda MacDougall
I was very saddened to hear of “the Daddy‘s” passing. All my sincerest condolences to his family. My thoughts are with you in this difficult time ❤️
From: Isabelle Dugas
Beth, Valerie, Francis and Jake,
We send our heartfelt condolences to you all. Despite the loss of the physical presence of your Dad, we know that he will watch over you and your families throughout your lives. Francis has left you with many fond memories to share, and with each sharing comes comfort. Love and hugs to you all.
From: Carl and Janet Chesal
Our family just met Francis at the Cove. My Dad Harry Sophocleous sat with for their meals each day
He was always smiling and very polite.
Francis never talked a lot but always waved and smiled all the time.
Our Condolences to your family
From: Maria Sophocleous
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My condolences to all your family. Love, Anita
Sorry to hear of the passing of Francis, RIP kind sir
From: Keith Murphy
Valarie, Jerry and family
Our heart felt condolences to you and your family. May fond memories of your dad bring you comfort during this challenging time.
From: Pamela Brad and family
So sorry for your loss
From: Jim McCallum
To Francis & Family;
Very sorry to hear of your dad,s passing. I have fond memories of seeing him at parties in the bar & his love of music. RIP Francis
From: John MacDonald
Our condolences to all the family. May Francis rest well.
From: John & Ingrid Shannon
To all the Fraser family
Condolences on the passing of your Dad and grandfather.
From: Sheila and Roy Mercer
To the Family, So sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one.my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
From: Clare MacDonald
Fraser family,
We are very sorry for your loss.
Bert and Maurina Lewis
Rick and I are so sorry for your loss . He has his wings now and is gone home.
Condolences to the family. My neighbour, my friend and one hell of a fiddle player . Heard him many a times on his front/back steps playing those strings . And didn’t he love fresh cabbage rolls . RIP neighbour.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Joan and Robert Dingwall
So sad and sending my condolences for a much beloved Uncle.
Beth, Valerie, Francis and Jake. So very sorry to read South Bar has lost another senior. Colin and I send condolences, keeping you in our thoughts and prayers
Pam, we are so sorry and offer our deepest condolences. MichelleMelbourne, Zach, Taylor and Rylee Emond
My condolences to everyone in the family, as I know how much Francis meant to you all. May God grant yo the strength to face the months ahead .
So sorry to hear about Francis passing. We had many laughs over the years. May your memories comfort you in the sad days ahead. RIP Francis.
Valarie and family sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad condolences to you and all the Fraser family
Our Sincerest Condolences to all of you who loved Francis so much. May your abundant memories of happy moments make you smile through your tears.
Johnny and Linda
Valarie I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Our deepest condolences to you and Jerry, Pam, Ellen and Donald and all your family.
Valarie and family so sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. Sincere condolences.
So sorry for the families loss.
Last time I seen Francis was at my Mother’s funeral and he offered some very kind words. He extended an open invitation to visit. I miss those days when all the brothers got together joyful in Music, playing the fiddles, guitars. We will hold those memories in out hearts.
The Fraser family: Our sincere condolences on the passing of your family member. May the wonderful memories of previous years give comfort at his passing.
My deepest Condolences to all of you at this terrible time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love and Hugs XOXO Rest in Peace Francis.
Please accept our deepest condolences. May each happy memory remain a joy in your hearts forever 💕
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, it is never easy but know you will all meet again
Our deepest Condolences of the loss of your Dad. Jake, Valerie and family you are in our thought and prayers.
Valerie…our deepest condolences to you and your family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Thomas and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with your family, especially Jerry, Val, Pam, Ellen and Donald.
Jake,
So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time.
Melanie & Gerald Phillippo
Beth, Brad and Family: Sending sincerest condolences during this time of sadness. Today and always may wonderful memories help to bring peace, strength and comfort.
My deepest condolences to Beth, Francis, Valarie and Jake for the loss of your dad. Many times through the years he would drop by for a visit. He always had a smile and a story or two to tell me. May he rest in peace.
Sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad, Beth.
Joan and I were sad to hear about Francis’ passing but also very happy to have known him all these years. He was a good guy that we all liked to be around. We had lots of good tunes over the years as well as many days telling stories at the wharf. He will be missed by all. R. I. P. Francis.
Deepest condolences to the Fraser family.
Our condolences to Beth on the loss of your Dad.May all the happy memories you have of him help you through the difficult days ahead.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Valarie and family: So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. He was such a nice man – always time to stop and chat about “the old days”. I’m sure he will be missed by all who knew him – may he rest in peace.
Ross and Valerie Barrett.
Our deepest condolences to all the Fraser family on the passing of their dad. Many memories from our younger days playing hockey on the dam at New Victoria . R.I.P. Francis .
Beth , Valarie , Francis & Jake …….So sorry to read of the death of your Dad . We hope loving Family Memories will comfort you all , at this difficult time . Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers ! Brian & Faye
Our Condolences to the Fraser family on the passing of there father our prayer’s and thoughts are with you R.I.P.Francis.
Our deepest condolences to the Fraser families on the loss of a wonderful man. Thinking of you xo
Beth & Family ,
Sorry For Your Loss .
So sorry to hear of Francis’s passing, had lots great chats with him over the years.May he Rest In Peace,David Simms
Beth, Valerie, Francis, Jake, Hazel and family
Our deepest condolences to all of you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP
Mary & Roddie Keeping
Jake, Valerie & Family… So sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences to you and your family…
Valerie & Family:
We were so sorry to read of the passing of your Dad. Our deepest condolences to you Valerie, your mom and your family and extended family. May the wonderful memories help to ease your sorrow, especially during this most difficult time of year. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
So sorry to hear this sad news. Such a big loss for your family, deepest condolences to you all. From the stories I have heard from Valarie over the years, he sure knew how to enjoy life. Keep and enjoy the many wonderful memories you have all made together.