LIEDTKE: Fred of Grand Bend, formerly of Kitchener
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On September 3, 2019 @ 5:53 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 13 Comments
Peacefully at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Goderich on Tuesday, September 3, 2019, at the age of 86. Resident of Grand Bend, formerly of Kitchener. Cherished husband and best friend of Noreen “Rene” (Gowlett) (Price) for 19 years. Loving step-father of Rick Price, Tim Price, and Dan and Darlene Price. Adored step-grandfather of Stephen, Valerie, Christopher, Nicola, Greg, Kevin, Carly, and Bryanna, and great-grandfather of Eve, Amelia, Atticus, and Charlie. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Heinz Gerhart Liedtke of Kelowna, British Columbia, and Carolyn and Ray Stock of Shakespeare. Fred will be missed by his daughter-in-law Kathy Hamel. Predeceased by his parents Fritz and Olga Liedtke. Fred, his parents, and brother came to Canada from Germany in 1954, settling in Edmonton, Alberta, until moving to Kitchener a decade later. He was a master butcher; Fred started and ran the meat cutting course at Conestoga College for 18 years. He was a minister for over 25 years in Southern Ontario for the New Apostolic Church, completing missionary work across Africa and the Caribbean Islands. An avid R.C. model plane enthusiast, Fred flew his planes and gliders throughout North America. He will be remembered by the members of the Sky Harbour Flying Club, and his friends and neighbours at Grand Cove (Grand Bend). Fred enjoyed, travelling, sailing, and riding his motorcycle. He fondly remembered his German Shepherd Schatzi and will miss his time with Sable-dog.
Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at New Apostolic Church, 795 Baransway Drive, London on Saturday, September 7th from 12:30, until time of the service in the church at 1:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the ALS Society, Jessica’s House, or charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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We are so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing into eternity! We are so thankful of the times that we spent together. Sending you our love & prayers. So sad that I cannot attend the memorial service as I currently do not have a passport or enhanced license to enter Canada. Sending our love & hugs ❤❤❤❤❤ Peggy Eric Jacob Michele & Lauren
I am truly shocked to hear this. Fred was a lovinng and dear friend of our family. My heart is breaking but happy for Fred. He was always longing to be withour Heavenly Father. He has finally gotten his dream fulfilled. God bless you my dear friend and may you rest in peace, My sincerest sympathy to Rene. He loved you so much. Take crare and be well.
What makes this difficult for me, is it is also my Birthday today. This is a day I will never forget,
Dear Rene. We are so very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Our sincerest sympathy to all of Fred’s family, friends and neighbours. Fred will be truly missed but, never forgotten, by so many. A wonderful man . Loved to watch him fly his planes at back in the Cove (listen to his stories about his planes), ride his motor bike, and enjoy the love of life with Rene and his dog. R.I.P. Fred
Dear Rene and family
Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Keeping you in our prayers and wishing you much comfort.
Ken and Sally (Victoria, BC)
Dear Rene. Just a note to let you know that you and your family are in my prayers
My sincere sympathy, Rosalie Edwards, Stratford.
Noreen I am so sorry for your loss, death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Will keep in touch Darlaine
We are so sad to hear of Fred’s passing. Although we only met Fred a few times, we could tell what a kind and gentle man he was.
Rene you have shown so much strength in the last few months. Take care of yourself. Love and prayers to you and your family.
My deepest sympathy for your loss of your husband and best friend Fred.
So sorry for your loss Rene
Rene & family, so sorry to hear of your loss , my heart goes out to you .
Great man he always was like a young boy flying and building planes . World should be better with people like Fred
Thank you ,we will miss you
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Our heartfelt sympathies to you Rene, and your family… Fred was a wonderful friend and neighbour. He was the best of a friend to our Sable – dog. Heaven has gained another angel and now our Fred is at peace. We have enjoyed spending time with you both. I was truly blessed to be Fred’s “Angel” Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers… hugs and love from Mariah, Marion and Sable – dog