Retired school teacher, Toronto District School Board, Volunteer Teacher at James Bolton Public School for 9 years; Past Master, Memorial Lodge A.F. & A.M. No. 652, Toronto
Suddenly, at his residence on Christmas Day, 2010, Frederick John Twitchin, Bolton, formerly of Rexdale, in his 85th year, beloved husband of the late Georgina Ewing. Dear father of Fred and Terry, Robert, Dayle and Ron, David and Karen. Loving grandfather of Rebecca, Matthew, Rachel, Michael, Marissa, Nathan and Dana. Cherished great grandfather of Braelyn.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213), Monday afternoon 2-4 and evening 7-9 o’clock. Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday morning, December 28 at 11 o’clock. Interment Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bolton.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com.
Brett Everett
Fred is a true gentleman in every sense of the word. James Bolton Public School was privileged to have Fred as a dedicated community volunteer. Sunshine, rain or snow, Fred made his presence in the hallways, classroom and in the staff room. He always dressed and spoke like a gentlemen. The children and staff adored him and looked forward to his daily visits. Fred made people feel special, especially all the children he worked with. The children would jocky in position to get a hug or rush in to share a special story. In the JB staff room, Fred shared memories of his late wife and how he cherished his children and grandchildren.
We will all miss you Fred.
Lisa MillerWood
On behalf of the staff and students at James Bolton Public School I would like to send our most sincere condolences. Mr. Twitchin could be found most mornings at our school volunteering. He was gentle and kind. He worked beautifully with some of our neediest students. Fred was a valuable mentor for our teachers. He kept everything in perspective. We will miss his quiet dignity and genuine warmth. He was very much loved and will continue to be so.
Jackie Purdie Lamont
Fred, I am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad, losing a loved one is difficult, and especially at this time of year. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jackie
Pam Rybka
Fred was a lovely man who always had time to tell you a story and listen to yours with genuine interest. I will truly miss you Fred but I know that you are happy to be reunited with Georgina. Love you.
Karen-Anne Antiochos
Fred, your keen insight and friendly advice will be missed very much at James Bolton. Rest in peace knowing you are fondly remembered in everyones minds.
John Cumming
I served as Acting Vice-Principal at James Bolton P.S. during the last school year and getting to know Fred was one of the more delightful aspects of the job. I had been a Math teacher earlier in my career and we would often chat about a little of everything and a lot of nothing.
It was really wonderful to see how much he was loved and respected by everyone in the school community.
He will be missed
Kay MacDuffee
How privileged we were to know and work with Fred Twitchin at James Bolton School! And how we will miss him! His calming, caring influence . . . the twinkle in his eye . . . his insight and perspective.
Fred, if life is measured in the love we leave behind, yours was one of this community’s greatest treasures.
I will miss you so much.
Dickson Family
Fred was a wonderful man and a true friend to our family. He will be fondly remembered by Irene, John, Brian and Danny.
Glenn Wellspring
Having grown up with the Twitchin Family since I was a child I had come to think of Mr. & Mrs. Twitchin ( Fred and Georgina) as the Cleaver’s because they reminded me of Ward and June Cleaver from TV, they were the only normal parents I knew growing up, their love for each other and Mr. T’s calmness and willingness to discuss and explain any subject matter is what
every child wanted in a parent, sadly Fred lost the love of his life several years ago but they are now happily together again.
Our deepest sympathy to his loved ones
The Wellspring Family
Cassandra Castro
Mr. Twitchin was always kind and caring. You will never be forgotten.
He helped me ace my math quiz!
You will be missed.
Abby Pettinella
To Dear Terry & Fred & family,
Our deepest sympathy. Our prayers & thoughts are with you.
Difficult to lost a love one at this time of the year, be strong. God Bless.
Abby , Mario & Ashley
Lindsay Campregher
Mr. Twitchen was a true blessing to us all and he even reminded me of my great-grandfather. He would brighten my day simply by his smile. I will miss him dearly. May God bless you and bring strength to your family during this difficult time.
Whitney Swan
Mr. Twitchen was such a kind man. The students and I will miss his stories and visits to the classroom.
Ken Graham ( former teacher at Ellwood P.S.)
I only met you twice while you volunteered at chess tournaments at James Bolton P.S., but I was impressed by your kindness.
Manon Daigle
It was a real privilege to know Mr. Twitchin. I liked to talk to him; he was a really pleasant person.
I also enjoyed baking date squares to bring to work, knowing how much Mr. Twitchin would always enjoy eating them.
I will miss his presence at school.
sarah wylie
Mr. Twitchin was a one of a kind, he was always warm and friendly and he will always have a special place in my heart, as a teacher, he was always patient and understanding, he will truly be missed.
Mary and Brian, Nicole and Kayla
Karen, Dave, Michael, Nathan and Dana:
Our deepest sympathy. We were out of town when your dad passed. We know how important he was to the family and I have heard since how incredible he was as a volunteer. So many good things have been said. Our thought and prayers are with you at this time. Take care.
Brenda Giffen
Fred was a true inspiration. He was truly a gentleman, always very professionally dressed with his suit and tie. He was a gentle man with a sincere interest in helping children and teachers alike, listening to their stories and offering advice when asked. He was always just wanting to be there to help the children and frustrated and sad when his health prevented him from driving up the hill to be with us all.
He was always wonderful to help as a mentor with lunch time chess club and participated enthusiastically with any other activities that enriched the students’ day.
He was a good man with a pure heart and always with a happy glint in his eye when he would say something witty and clever. He was a storyteller of history, especially of Scottish history and of his life with his beloved Georgina who he missed so, so much.
He was personally a friend and a colleague and he will always be missed. God bless you Fred. Our lives were richer because of you.