Frederick GRESCH

GRESCH, Frederick 2008-09-06 FREDERICK GRESCH Mr. Frederick William Gresch, age 70 years, passed away peacefully Friday, August 29, 2008 in Thunder Bay Interim Long Term Care Centre after a lengthy illness. Fred, a life time resident of Thunder Bay, worked at Great Lakes paper for 40 years, retiring in 1996 at the age of 58. In earlier years he was actively involved in various church choirs as well as with the Chiro Fellowship, where he helped with other young individuals. Fred was a member of the Fort William Ski Club, competitively skiing downhill in the Junior Division and he was a Navy Sea Cadet for 10 years. As a young man Fred enjoyed various outdoor activities. His passion was spending time with family and friends picking blueberries, camping, fishing and hunting. He played on the Great Lakes Broomball Team. He also ran the Great Lakes Coffee Club for many years. In his retirement, Charlotte and Fred enjoyed travelling and spending time with their grandchildren. Prior to and during his illness he remained physically active bowling with the Grand Portage 50 Plus Mixed Bowling League. A special thanks to Howard Nistico and the staff at the Alzheimer Day Program at St. Joseph‘s Manor who supported and enriched Fred‘s life. We also thank Dr. Klassen and the staff of the Thunder Bay Interim Long Term Care Centre for the loving and professional care given to Fred during his stay there. Survived by his wife Charlotte; two sons Frederick (Billy-Jo) and Donald (Rosanne); four grandchildren Jordan, Darren, Chandler and Mallory, they were his pride and joy; mother Stella; sister Marcia and sister-in-law Laura as well as other relatives. He was predeceased by his father Frederick Julias and brother Foster Bruce. Fred will be sadly missed by his family and all those who knew him. A private family service was held on Friday, September 5, 2008 at the Westfort Chapel, 420 West Gore Street at James with Rev. Joyce Hannaford officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Thunder Bay Alzheimer Society would be greatly appreciated.