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Heather MacIntyre posted a condolence
Thursday, October 3, 2024
I would never describe Bill Fry as being the “Best Dad”, I would describe the “Best Dad” as being Bill Fry. You existed to me as everything a Dad ought to be before I even understood what the words “Best Dad” meant. Later, when I understood what those words meant, I knew that they meant you. You were everything that the very “Best Dad” ought to be and more. Happy Birthday Dad! Love you! Miss you!
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Gabriel Elfakhri posted a condolence
Friday, January 26, 2024
May God have mercy on him, he was a colleague of ours at the Sirte Oil Company in Brega, Libya, in the Electricity Operations Department for a very long time. We only knew him as a man and a human being in the full sense of the word. Good manners, calm nature, loving everyone..
My condolences from the deep of my heart to his family and friends .
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Friday, November 3, 2023
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We so greatly appreciate all the wonderful tributes to Bill shared and collected here over the past very sad couple of weeks. We have learned so much about Bill from these memories of everyone who loved him and who were blessed by his friendship. Bill and Carolyn took great care of Bill's Mom through the last years of her life when we moved from Halifax. It was Bill and Carolyn who made it possible for us to visit Joyce on the very special occasion of her 95th birthday in 2011. It was also Bill and Carolyn who made it possible for us to participate in the Celebration of Life for Joyce in 2015. Upon Joyce's passing, it seemed to us that Bill had become the "patriarch" of our Fry family, and we will greatly miss his reassuring presence in our world, albeit from a distance ....
Bill and Don shared a deep love for their favourite childhood haunts .... the West cottage in Kingsport, and the Fry cottage at Hackett's Cove. They both loved strawberry picking in the valley, and boating at Hackett's Cove. They both adored their grandmother, Mary West. Bill and I shared a passion for digging up family history and sharing our discoveries. Bill certainly had a great sense of fun ..... we remember the tuxedo t-shirts he picked up for himself, Bob, and Don to wear to our wedding rehearsal party, and we remember the time at Easter when Bill hid Easter eggs for us in our apartment in Halifax. And, of course, we remember the time that Bill hid Don's entire flat of freshly picked strawberries in the front closet on Jubilee Road, and then left a note on the sideboard thanking Don for the berries!
The sudden loss of Bill brings home a powerful realisation that none of us know whether we will even still be here in this world tomorrow. We will miss our patriarch. Love always to Carolyn, Heather, Robyn, and Chris -- Don and Lori Fry
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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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Keith Hatfield posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
To all the Fry Family,
Jo and I were very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He
was a long-term friend of mine, one of the best. I am
blessed with many memories of him... Halifax tennis courts, shared interest in rock music, hoisting beer steins in the Munich Oktoberfest tents, Zambia adventures, and attending each other's weddings. All long ago now. We did share a few more recent times together, but unfortunately not enough of them. But it was good to have recent contact with his family, even under dismal circumstances. We hope to maintain contact with Carolyn in the future. In the meantime, we will always maintain fond memories and gratitude.
Keith and Jo Hatfield
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Peter Fry posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Sorry for your loss. I will always remember the good visit we had together at Alanbee
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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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Back in the 70’s, Carolyn, our friend, Laura and I, lived in an apartment in Dartmouth. In the same building, Bill and my husband, Phil also had apartments. Laura was an engaged matchmaker, making much use of the NS election list hat year. Within a year and a half, we were both married. During those months, we spent much time together. Bill was a wonderful complement to Carolyn. He was fun to be around, kind, had a sense of fairness ,a sense of humour, and unexpectedly a taste for travel.
Our hearts go out to you.
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Virginia Parker and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
We were very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Our condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
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Janice (Smith) Smith posted a condolence
Monday, October 30, 2023
Deepest sympathy on the loss of Bill. I well remember baby sitting him in Kingsport. He was just a toddler. Those wonderful summers spent innNova Scotia.
Sincerely, Marialice Fielding and Janice Smith (daughters of Cousin Mildred Smith
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John Swain posted a condolence
Monday, October 30, 2023
To Carolyn and family and Don Fry, my wishes are with you at this time. May Bill rest in peace.
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Ron & Barb Amero posted a condolence
Sunday, October 29, 2023
It was with shock and denial that we received word of Bill’s passing. Bill was a classmate in Dal/NSTC/TUNS’ electrical engineering program, a lab partner, a roommate one summer in a McGill frat house in Montreal, a house mate in Ottawa that same summer (1968), and a friend. He kindly agreed to be Best Man at our wedding after graduation. Always one for adventure, when we were in Montreal, one day Bill said, let’s go to New York City next weekend! I’ll never forget that road trip to NY City in his BMC(?) mini-like car to see the wild life that Saturday evening. Three of us, Bill, me and another adventurous guy, had an “interesting” evening, and then spent the night in a NY state park, trying to sleep in his small car - I think I had the back seat, feet stuck out the window - until the park police woke us claiming the fisherman would be there soon and to move on. A very crowded car! Heading back to Montreal, we hit a very intense rain storm that afternoon but Bill had his polarized sunglasses on, so he wasted no time. It was an weekend to remember!
A few years later, we had the pleasure of having supper in Ottawa with Bill and Carolyn who had just completed their orientation program with CUSO before heading off on an adventure to Africa. But electronic control systems held Bill’s interest, even in the lab at university; so control systems for heavy water and nuclear power plants seemed a natural field for Bill. An interesting and challenging field indeed. It was not really a surprise later to hear he and Carolyn were heading back to Africa for him to work in the oil plants of Libya. Before he retired, the oil company he worked for must have really valued his skills as they arranged for him to have a schedule of 4 or 6 weeks on/off schedule so he could “commute” back to NS. It seemed to suit him, especially the lay-over in Italy each time so he could explore. Another Bill adventure thing. I was envious.
Unfortunately, I lost regular contact with Bill after he retired. He certainly was busy, as was I, but such things happen and I regret it. Exchanging Christmas letters/cards is good but not good enough.
I will miss Bill. My wife, Barb, and I send Carolyn and the entire family our thoughts, sympathies and prayers as they cope with this loss. I know Bill had a very good and full life, doing what he loved with the people he loved.
Rest in peace, Bill.
Your friends,
Ron & Barb Amero
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Donnie & Gail MacIntyre posted a condolence
Sunday, October 29, 2023
We had the pleasure of meeting Bill , Carolyn and the Fry family when our son Scott became engaged and married Heather. back in 2004. Since then we got to know and appreciate the Fry's and Bill's commitment to family. He will be truly missed
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Andy Pearse uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, October 29, 2023
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Daze of 1411.
Condolences to all of Bill’s family.
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David Spencer uploaded photo(s)
Friday, October 27, 2023
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I am so sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Bill. My condolences to his family. Our families' history goes back at least to my childhood, if not before. Bill was about 6 months older than me so was always one grade in school ahead of me. I am not certain how his and my parents were connected, although one way would be that we all attended St. Andrews United Church. A third family, the Stewarts, Alec and Frances [Forsythe], were common friends and I suspect that the family links went all the way back to Kentville, were my mother and Frances grew up, and were neighbours, and where Joyce went to high school, at KCA (Kings County Academy), also my mother and Frances' high school. I have found Joyce in the graduating class in the KCA 1934 yearbook. Bill's dad was my Grade 11 history teacher at QEH. Over the years I was always aware, through my parents, of Bill's various work assignments abroad. Clearly Bill was a cherished husband and father, a respected professional and an active and valued community volunteer. A very sad loss for so many.
I'm attaching a couple of scans from the 1963 and 1964 QEH Year Books that the family may never have seen and might enjoy.
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Arthur & Mariola Kloc posted a condolence
Friday, October 27, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to Carolyn, Heather, Robyn and Chris.
Spend a lot of memorable time with Bill in Brega. He was one of the pillars of expat community. Kind and welcoming everyone to enjoy a cool one after a game of tennis, to his sundowners or legendary Halloween parties.
Hasta siempre, Bill.
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Patty Meisner Lively posted a condolence
Friday, October 27, 2023
Dear Carolyn and Family:
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your wonderful Bill. He has certainly been an extraordinary human being, and a guiding light for all who loved him. Please know that we are thinking of you and your dear family at this time of grief.
Love and Deepest condolences,
John, Mary, and Pat Meisner
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Mary & Gerald Lawless posted a condolence
Friday, October 27, 2023
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and Dad Reading his obituary he certainly was an accomplished and dearly loved man So sorry for your loss
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Avril Delaney posted a condolence
Friday, October 27, 2023
Dear Carolyn, Heather, Robyn and Christopher,
It has been many years since we have seen one another. Please accept our most sincere condolences on Bill’s passing. We have many fond memories of the days when you were living in Sydney , and the good times we all shared. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Sincerely,
Greg and Avril Delaney
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Paul Brison posted a condolence
Friday, October 27, 2023
Carolyn,
Although I knew Bill was having health issues, I was still shocked and sad to learn of his sudden passing. My condolences to you and the family. Bill was to me likable (never heard anyone 3ever say a bad word about him or a complaint), unassuming, confident, articulate (but not verbose), impressive.
Bill certainly helped me out in the research department when I requested information on historical and military topics.
I truly wish I had been able to get to know him better. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Paul Brison.
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Pat and Chris Mis posted a condolence
Friday, October 27, 2023
Carolyn,
Our deepest condolences to you and the family on the loss of your husband, the girls and Chris's dad and our Desperadoes team-mate.
So many great Brega memories!!!
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Alan and Barbara McKinnell posted a condolence
Friday, October 27, 2023
So sorry to hear of the loss of Bill,so good to have Known him,we have many happy memories of time spent with him in Brega.
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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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The last time I saw Bill was at my mother's (Betty West) memorial service in Wolfville in 2016. Later, I spent an enjoyable day with Bill wine tasting and reminiscing about our childhood summers together.
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Guia & Tim posted a condolence
Thursday, October 26, 2023
So sorry, Carolyn. We sure had a lot of fun with Bill and you (until your departure). Good, precious memories.
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Greg West posted a condolence
Thursday, October 26, 2023
When both Bill and I were very young we would spend summers together on our Grandfather's farm in Medford Nova Scotia. I have fond memories of the two of us sharing my fathers old 22 single shot rifle to hunt crows in the apple orchards. Bill was always the better shot. Rest in peace
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Elizabeth Bevan posted a condolence
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Dear Carolyn and Family,
Alan and I were so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. We have such wonderful memories of times spent with you both in Brega. His Halloween parties were legendary:)
Bill was a friend to all. Our sincere condolences to all the family. Rest in peace Bill.
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Margaret Baldock posted a condolence
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Mike and I were saddened to hear of Bill's passing. During our time in Brega he and Carolyn were ways at the heart of the community. Bill was there with an always open door for anyone who needed a friend. He organised sport activities and social activities that brought the community together. People from many countries and many walks of life met though Bill and his big heart. One of our most memorable moments (as I'm sure many others too) was a lovely but emotional farewell party when we left Brega, A lovely memory of a lovely man. God bless..
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Jill Hartling-Clark posted a condolence
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Dear Carolyn, Heather, Robyn and Christopher,
I am so sorry to have heard of Bill's passing. It's been many years since I have seen you but have heard updates through Margie over the years. Take care.
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Derek v laws posted a condolence
Thursday, October 26, 2023
So sad to hear the passing of Bill one of the most popular guys in Brega
Always had a smile and willing to help anyone no matter what the problem
1411 was his house and the door was always open
He made a delicious chocolate cake with special ingredients
My condolences to the family Fry he will be sadly missed by all that new him
To you bill in heaven bless you
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Cathy West posted a condolence
Thursday, October 26, 2023
My cousin Bill was the absolute best, always happy to help others navigate through the many, sometimes messy intricacies of life. When my mother died I wanted to bury her in the Habitant Cemetary in Medford, NS, where the West and Fry family are buried. Bill and Carolyn were incredibly helpful to me, as I was pretty clueless about the whole process, having never planned a funeral before. I will always be grateful for their guidance. At the buriel Bill took me to where our grandparents rested, which I had never visited before. It was a time that I will always remember.
Rest in Peace Bill. You will be forever remembered.
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Franco Caparrotti uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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Bill was an extraordinary person, always available to everyone, never upset, great sense of humor and an excellent organizer. Together with Carolyn a real asset of the expatriate community. We treasure unforgettable memories.
Franco & Klotild Caparrotti .
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Steve hamilton posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Our Sincere condolences Carolyn and family. Brega and his friends have lost a true legend. R.I.P. Bill.
Love and best wishes to all from Steve Hamilton and family.
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Christopher Fry posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Dear Dad,
You meant so much to me and I will never get a chance to tell you that. I think you knew.
You taught me so much. You instilled in me a lifelong love of music, travel, computers and going to the beach.
You were always so supportive and always there when I needed you. I will never forgot you and your memory lives on in your children and grandchildren.
We will do our best to look after Mom, because I know that is what you would want the most.
Sorry for writing all this sappy nonsense.
Love, Chris
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Robyn Skaling (Fry) posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Dear Dad,
I miss you soo much…. You were so many things to me….
Home brew BrewMaster
Computer game hacker
Concert videographer
Junk yard scavenger
Big bear huger
Rescue boat driver
April Fools jokester
Strong eggnog mixer
Baseball hat wearer
Halloween decorator
Peanut butter toast maker
Sports lover
History book writer
I think of you and I remember…..
Fists of knuckle sandwiches
Bear growls outside the tent
Baseball coaching in a sandlot
Blue tv screens that are working “just fine”
“Pigging Out” on European pastries
Napping after Halifax Moosehead games
McGyvering hair elastics to fix the VCR
80’s bootleg movie library
Canada Day guest book signatures
Sunburnt elbows out the driver’s window
Generous, Loving, Laughing
Never letting me forget you are so proud of all of us
Love, Robbie
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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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