Port Hope United Church
34 South Street, Port Hope
Port Hope Masonic Temple
54 Toronto Road, Port Hope
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Peacefully at Hope Street Terrace, Port Hope on February 23rd, 2026 in his 91st year. Beloved husband of Gloria (nee Quantrill) the love of his life. Loving father of Cindy Garrison (deceased) and Pam Schumacher. Step-father of Kevin (Lori) Currier and Shelley (Steve) Biggs. Proud poppa to Jeremy (Krystal) Kopatz, Chrisine (Justin) Abbruscato, Kandyse (Andrew) Carter, Kayleigh Fee, Riley and Owen Currier, Emma, Quinn and Keaton Biggs and 6 great grandchildren. Brother of Carol Loughan (William deceased), and 2 brothers Donald (Kathy) and Dennis (Kay) all of Illinois. Fred was pre-deceased by his sister Valarie (Steve). Fred is remembered by his brother-in-law John Quantrill (Donna). Fred and Gloria shared a beautiful life together filled with many trips. Fred cherished family and his many nieces and nephews in the U.S.A at family reunions. Fred loved to golf and was a member at Ashbrook Golf Club for many years. Fred loved watching baseball, a good game of cards and fishing. Fred joined the Port Hope United Church in 1992 and became very involved with Vacation Bible Camp and the youth group. Fred was chair of the Church Board in 1995-1996 and later became presbytery representative and took on the role of Chair of the Presbytery. A funeral service will be held at Port Hope United Church on Thursday March 5th, 2026 at 11 am. A reception will be held at the Port Hope Masonic Temple, 54 Toronto Rd., Port Hope following the service. Interment of Fred’s ashes will take place in the spring in Port Hope Union Cemetery. If desired donations may be made to Port Hope United Church or charity of your choice.
Gloria, I am truly sorry for your loss. You made my uncle a very happy man and the two of you built a beautiful life together. I could tell he adored you from the start. Thank you to you and your family for all the joy you brought to his life. He will be missed dearly.. Hugs and prayers to you all. My deepest condolences.
May you rest in peace big brother and so sorry for your loss Gloria we still have him and you in our prayers. Don and Kathy
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind
Please accept our sincere condolences on Fred's passing. He was such a special person. We hope you feel surrounded by love and support during this difficult time. Sincerely Charlie &Linda
Gloria and family - our deepest condolences and sympathy on the loss of Fred.
Our deepest condolences Gloria & Family on loss of Fred.
Gloria & family, thinking of you, with sympathy,
I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Fred he always had a smile on his face he was such a nice guy sending hugs to you all
We are very sorry to read of Fred's passing. I remember Fred coming to Mathews Conveyer and FKI. He brought a lot of energy and fun to projects. We also enjoyed taking some boat rides on Rice Lakes with him. He certainly emjoyed his leisure time. Gloria, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Port Hope United Church
Gloria and family we are so sorry for your loss, sending our deepest condolences.
Gloria, we are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you.
Sorry to hear of your loss .May the good and happy memories support you at this time.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Fred was one of the first people to welcome us when we started at Port Hope United Church. He always made sure to talk to my girls and ask us how we were doing. He will be missed.
My sincere condolences to you Gloria. I am sure you have many happy memories to help you through this difficult time
Gloria, thinking of you with deepest sympathy and wishing you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
We will always remember Fred, his beautiful smile, and especially warm voice while in the pews at Port Hope United. May he rest so peacefully with the Lord. Sending strength to Gloria and the family, as you journey through this next path.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Port Hope United Church
Gloria, So sorry for your loss. Fred was a great guy and will be greatly missed. Denny and I know Fred spent the happiest years of his life with you in Canada. Much love and prayer, Denny and Kay
We offer our sincere sympathies on Fred's passing. He was always so friendly and nice to talk with.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Gloria during this very difficult time. I know how much you and Fred loved to travel, happy trails to him now....Brenda Brown
Dear Gloria and family, Ernest and I and the Hafner family are so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. Our sincere condolences and thoughts are with you at this time. You have so many wonderful memories together ❤️
Our condolences to you Gloria &the family we had many good times with you and Fred we will certainly miss him sending much love Lawrence & Winnie
Dear Gloria - We are wishing you warm memories and comfort. Uncle Fred was like a brother to our dad, and we remember all the good times you and Fred came to visit us in AZ. We miss and love you. - Love, Laurie Moore, Kevin and JoAnn Wood, Kathleen Wood, and Karen Wood
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Port Hope United Church
Gloria and Family: Ted and I are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry he has passed on. We will miss him alot.
Gloria: I have frequently thought about you and Fred in recent months which have been very difficult for you and Fred. I remember meeting Fred at Mathews about 40 years ago and subsequently getting to know him as a friend and colleague at Port Hope United Church. It was always a pleasure to discuss matters and work together and gain from his experience and expertise. I have missed, and will continue to miss, seeing him at church - his passage leaves a void for all who knew him - especially for You ! Sorry I can't be present to personally express my condolences. Sincerely Doug Doug
So sorry Gloria and family to hear of Fred’s passing.Many good memories as you know Gloria ..Mutt and Marj
My deepest sympathy to all. Keeping everyone in my thoughts and prayers. Much love,
Lifting you up in prayer for strength and comfort. Loving big brother and Uncle, you will be missed.
Happy childhood memories of cousin Fred and playing with Cindy and Pam at Aunt Ariel and Uncle Raymond's farm. God bless you all.
We are so sorry to hear of Freds passing. We will miss our visits with him at the clinic. Thinking of his wife Gloria & Family Jenna & Tina
Gloria, so sorry to hear about Fred’s passing, condolences to you and your family!
So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. My condolences to the family.
Sorry to hear about Fred. He was always friendly and easy to be around. Take care. Glenn and Carol
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Port Hope United Church
Gloria & family! Sorry to hear of Fred’s passing! My sincere condolences & prayers are with you! You all have many happy memories of all your happy times together!
Gloria and family - we were saddened to hear of Fred's passing. His was a life well lived and he will long be remembered. RIP Fred.
Gloria and family, I am so very sorry to read of Fred's passing. I remember very well when Fred came from the U.S. to join us at Mathews Conveyer Company. He was always very jovial & a pleasure to work with. Please accept my most sincere condolences.
Gloria, Carole, Don, and Denny, I remember Freddy from our youth. He was a happy, fun-loving guy. My sympathies for your loss.
Dear Gloria - Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Cherish your memories. Barb & George
Gloria & family, We are very sorry to hear of Fred's passing. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time..
Out condolences go out to you Gloria and your family. Fred was a wonderful guy and very competitive at golf
Gloria - Peter and I send our deepest condolences on Fred’s passing. Whenever we saw you together, it was so clear you both remained smitten and in love. May those memories of your joy together, bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Gloria and Family So sorry to hear of Fred s passing our deepest condolences Tom &Rose Gadbois
Gloria and Family, Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Sending you our condolences.
I worked with Fred years ago at Mathews Conveyer. An unforgettable character. RIP Fred.
Gloria ,so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I know from talking to you ,you have many wonderful memories to cherish.
Gloria and family. I'm so sorry for your loss.Our thoughts are with you. Ben and Beth
Gloria and family - We are so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.