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MAGUIRE: Frederick Leroy of Ailsa Craig

June 17, 2024 By Haskett Funeral Homes 55 Condolences

MAGUIRE: Frederick Leroy of Ailsa Craig

1932-2024

Frederick Leroy, peacefully in his 92nd year, husband to Jean (Cadman). Father to Wayne (Sherry), Kevin (Kim 2019), Charles (Anita), and Heather Wells (Ralph). Dear grandfather of Tammy and Stacey, Shane (Ang), Ryan (Sarah), Connor (Hannah), Mark (2015), Angela, Dan (Candace), Erin Woelfle (Mark), Emily Wells (Matt Tweddle) and great-grandfather of ten. Predeceased by parents William and Rose as well as brothers Bob, Stan, Bev, Don, Murray and Phil and sisters Kay Nichols and Beryl Lucas. Dear brother-in-law of Karen (late Bryce) Cadman, Jim (late Ruth) Cadman, Beatrice (late Dave) Hart, late Donna and Leo Larkin, Clare and Carol Cadman, Bill and Anne Cadman. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Fred, along side his wife Jean, ran an auto body repair shop in Nairn, followed by his passion for Standardbred horse racing.

Friends will be welcomed at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Friday, June 21st from 5-8 PM and again one hour prior to Fredโ€™s funeral service on Saturday, June 22nd at 11 AM at the Ailsa Craig Community Centre, 155 Annie Ada Shipley Street, Ailsa Craig. Interment Nairn Cemetery with lunch to follow.

The family wishes to thank the staff at the Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital and the South Huron Hospital for their compassionate care throughout his stay.

Donations to the South Huron Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Maurice Delves

    October 17, 2024 at 10:31 AM

    Dear Jean and family, Our sincere condolences . Mo has many memories of times with Fred. May he rest in peace. The race has been won. Mo and Barbara Delves

  2. Nancy Holden

    August 21, 2024 at 3:44 PM

    Dear Jean, Wayne, Kevin, Charles, Heather and families,
    I am just seeing this now – I am so sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories from your time in Nairn, though I will always think of your home as Aunt Lena and Uncle Lloyd’s place!
    Sending love and blessings, Nancy Holden and Mary Kay Guild

  3. Lori Topping

    July 1, 2024 at 9:00 PM

    Just learned of Fred’s passing.
    Had many good chats and laughs at the races over the years, and he always gave the biggest hugs!
    My thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Lori Topping

  4. Tracy Lather

    June 24, 2024 at 5:11 PM

    Heather, Ralph and Family. Just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Hugs

    Rich and Tracy Lather
    and Bob Fisher

  5. Bill and Mary beierling

    June 22, 2024 at 1:33 PM

    Jean and family
    So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Use to enjoy his short quick visit when he would cruise by. Hadn’t seen him in a while. Sorry for your loss

  6. Glen and Liz Stewart

    June 22, 2024 at 11:38 AM

    Sending condolences to the whole family.

  7. Karen (McIntosh) Gunnis

    June 22, 2024 at 9:30 AM

    Jean,
    Our sincere condolences on the passing of Fred.
    Your neighbours the McIntosh Family

  8. Dave Hart

    June 21, 2024 at 6:24 PM

    To Aunt Jean & Family,

    Please accept our sincere condolences. Very fond memories of Uncle Fred during my childhood.

    God Bless.

    Dave & Carole Hart

  9. Lori and Brad Sinclair

    June 21, 2024 at 4:29 PM

    Jean and family, We send our condolences to you and all of the family. We shared a lot of laughs with Fred over the years and he will be missed in the horse racing business.

    Lori and Brad Sinclair

  10. Cathy Barclay

    June 21, 2024 at 2:45 PM

    Jean & Family.
    So sorry to hear about the passing of Fred.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
    Dean & Cathy Barclay

  11. MARK HEARN

    June 21, 2024 at 2:16 PM

    condolence from mark + lillian hearn

  12. Connie (McLachlan) Sutherland

    June 21, 2024 at 12:04 PM

    Jean and family, I am so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. My condolences to you and your family at this time,

  13. Peggy Restemayer

    June 20, 2024 at 10:13 PM

    Heather,Ralph & Family,
    Sorry to hear that your father & grandfather passed away.
    Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.
    Sincere Sympathy
    Peggy Restemayer

  14. vern ramsay and judy

    June 20, 2024 at 3:20 PM

    Jean and Family
    Sorry to hear of Fred’s passing
    Our thoughts are with you all .
    Vern and Judy

  15. Larry & Sharon Gibson

    June 20, 2024 at 11:28 AM

    Heather & Ralph So sorry for your loss. Hugs to all of Fredโ€™s family

  16. Lynette (Crawford) and Dave Mader

    June 20, 2024 at 9:03 AM

    Heartfelt condolences to the Maguire family. It’s so hard to say goodbye to someone who had such a presence in family life. May your memories carry you forward. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

  17. Vic & Sandra Volochkov

    June 20, 2024 at 8:48 AM

    Heather, Ralph, Erin, Emily and Family

    Sorry to hear of the passing of your Father and Grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

  18. Liz Campbell

    June 19, 2024 at 9:44 PM

    Heather, Ralph and family
    So sorry to hear about your Dad and Grandpas passing. Thinking of you all
    Sincerely Ron & Liz

  19. Robert Hoggarth

    June 19, 2024 at 8:15 PM

    Jean, I am very sorry to hear of Fred`s passing. My grandfather and I enjoyed our chats with Fred. My condolences to the family. Robert Hoggarth

  20. Donna Perry

    June 19, 2024 at 6:35 PM

    Heather, Ralph, Charlie and Families
    So very sorry for your loss. I am sure you will have lots of wonderful memories.
    With Deepest Sympathy Donna Perry

  21. Glenn & Susan Rollings

    June 19, 2024 at 10:53 AM

    Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Fred. Dad and him went along ways back and it brings a chuckle on all their antics at the track. You have finished the mile Freddy, rest in peace. Glenn & Sue Rollings

  22. Tom O'Connor

    June 19, 2024 at 9:01 AM

    To Kevin’s boys…sorry for your loss

  23. Elaine McNair and Dennis Rempel

    June 19, 2024 at 8:39 AM

    Sorry Jean for your loss of Fred. We are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  24. Paul Augustine

    June 19, 2024 at 7:39 AM

    To the Family: I am very saddened to hear of Fred’s passing. Please accept my condolences at this time.

  25. Doreen McLinchey

    June 18, 2024 at 10:36 PM

    Extending my Heartfelt Sympathy to the Maguire Family. May the care and concern of those who share in your sorrow help to comfort you and your family as you mourn the loss of your loved one.

  26. Bonnie Ziler

    June 18, 2024 at 8:02 PM

    Jean,Heather, Ralph, Erin,Emily and family.
    Condolences to you all. Know you were very close to your dad and I’m sure he will be missed this summer at the track. Take care

  27. Ron & Karen Rupert

    June 18, 2024 at 7:58 PM

    Heather, Ralph and family our deepest sympathy on the loss of your dad. May the many memories you hold of your dad bring smiles to you all in the days to come

  28. Mark Storey

    June 18, 2024 at 7:02 PM

    Jean and family so sorry to hear of Fredโ€™s passing.

  29. Lorne & Shirley MacGregor

    June 18, 2024 at 6:27 PM

    Our sincere condolences to Jean & your family.

  30. Brenda Hern

    June 18, 2024 at 4:02 PM

    Heather and Ralph and Family – we are very sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our prayers – Ivan and Brenda

  31. Chuck Daigle and Barb Rosser

    June 18, 2024 at 3:54 PM

    Our condolences to Jean and the Maguire/Cadman family for your loss.

  32. Don and Edith Lewis & family

    June 18, 2024 at 2:38 PM

    Jean and family,

    We are sorry to see that Fred’s journey has ended.
    Our condolence to you all.

  33. Jessie Brown

    June 18, 2024 at 1:07 PM

    Emily, Heather & Family,
    Our deepest condolences to you all at this time.
    Sincerely, Jessie, Alex and Logan

  34. Bob and Lorette Mawson

    June 18, 2024 at 12:58 PM

    Sending our condolences to all at this sad time

  35. Jim and Helen Hearn

    June 18, 2024 at 12:26 PM

    Wayne and Sherry,
    Our sympathy to you and your entire family at this sad time.

    Jim and Helen

  36. Wayne and Sonia Greb

    June 18, 2024 at 12:01 PM

    Heather and family
    Sorry to read of your Dad and kids Grandfathers passing.
    Sending our condolences to all.

  37. Kay Tripp

    June 18, 2024 at 10:41 AM

    My condolences to you Heather and all your family with the loss of your Dad.,

  38. Joyce Hodgins

    June 18, 2024 at 10:10 AM

    Condolences to Fred’s family, you are in my prayers

  39. Karen Insley Windsor and family

    June 18, 2024 at 10:00 AM

    Heather and Ralph, Erin and Mark, Emily and Matt and all the family, our deepest sympathy for your difficult loss. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.

  40. Dean & Marilyn Woelfle

    June 18, 2024 at 9:11 AM

    Our Condolences to the family. Sorry for your loss.

  41. Barb Barty

    June 18, 2024 at 8:26 AM

    Our sincere condolences on your dadโ€™s passing.

  42. Kim Ryckman

    June 18, 2024 at 8:13 AM

    Erin, Emily and family,
    I am sad to hear about your Grandpa. I know you will continue to share his love of horses and pancake breakfasts.
    Sending my deepest condolences.

  43. Mark Heimrich

    June 18, 2024 at 4:38 AM

    Heather & Ralph & Family;

    Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your Father. Cherish those memories.

    Mark & Julie Heimrich

  44. Kim Kellestine

    June 18, 2024 at 12:02 AM

    Maguire Family,

    Deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one.
    Rest in peace Fred.

    Kim Kellestine and family.

  45. Carrie and Dunc McLeish

    June 17, 2024 at 9:23 PM

    Dear Jean and Heather and all the Maguire family; sending along our deepest condolences at the news of Fredโ€™s passing. May the memories you hold dear help you through this time of loss and grieving.
    On behalf of all the Sutherland Clan

  46. Joan Heywood

    June 17, 2024 at 9:11 PM

    Ralph, Heather and family:

    So sorry to read of your Fatherโ€™s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Cherish the wonderful memories. Sincerely Joan

  47. Lee Ann Charlton

    June 17, 2024 at 8:14 PM

    Dear Jean and Family,
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincerest condolences.
    Lee Ann and Bradley Charlton

  48. Brenda Palsa

    June 17, 2024 at 8:03 PM

    Emily and family – my dearest condolences on the loss of your grandfather- I know how much he meant to you- keep his memories alive, speak of him often and smile hugs โ™ฅ๏ธโ™ฅ๏ธ

  49. Karen Bennett

    June 17, 2024 at 7:50 PM

    Our deepest sympathies to Jean, Heather and the Maguire family. A lot of memories racing horse in Goderich, Clinton. May Fred rest in peace

    Karen and Betty Bennett

  50. Larry McClure

    June 17, 2024 at 7:21 PM

    Pretty hard shell.
    Pretty good fella once you cracked the shell.
    Sorry for your loss.

  51. Sherry Peto

    June 17, 2024 at 7:08 PM

    Jean and family.
    My condolences on the passing of Fred.
    I have fond memories of Fred as a young girl.
    Sherry(Cadman) Peto

  52. Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade

    June 17, 2024 at 5:43 PM

    To Heather and family
    Sorry to learn of passing of your father.
    Our condolences to all.

  53. Heather MacDonald

    June 17, 2024 at 5:24 PM

    Very sorry to learn of Fred’s passing.
    My thoughts are with you all.
    Rest easy Fred.

  54. Mel and Kathy Winger

    June 17, 2024 at 4:48 PM

    Sorry to hear of your Dads passing. Our condolences to the family

  55. Murray and Edith Yeo

    June 17, 2024 at 4:39 PM

    Jean and Family

    Our sincere sympathies to All of you. May the many memories everyone has of your family help you at this time and going forward.

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