To Wendy, Kate and Ainsley….Fred was a thoughtful gentleman with a keen appreciation for reading. He had a wonderful deep sense of humour. Fred and I had many thought provoking discussions. He always spoke affectionately of you girls. I will truly miss Fred. My deepest condolences

Wendy, Kate and Ainsley,
Our hearts go out to you,
Deepest sympathy,
Doug, Joan and family.

We are heart-broken over the loss of our dear friend of many years. Fred was a cherished playmate and a rock in times of trouble. We loved him dearly. Our hearts go out to Wendy, Kate, Ainsley and all of Fred’s family. He will be missed. Love from Barbe, Martin and Andrew Burke.

To Wendy, Kate and Ainsley,

I hardly know where to begin. Fred and I were very close at Guelph. He was an usher at my first wedding, Remind me sometime to tell you the story of how he almost knocked over the bridal party like bowling pins! Though we had not seen much of each other the last couple of decades (what with me living on the other side of the world), whenever we did speak it was as if no time at all had passed. I don’t think it’s overstating it too much to say that I loved him like a brother. I was so sorry to hear of his illness, but it did push me to call. He seemed like his old self when we spoke last weekend, and therefore his passing was all the more shocking. I can’t be there for the service, but my deepest condolences are with you. He will be sorely missed.

We are sorry to hear about Fred’s passing. We are out of the country and cannot visit with you but we are thinking of you at this sad time.
Sincerely,
George and Bonnie

To Wendy Kate and Ainsley
We are deeply sadden by the loss of Fred. He had a wonderful presence and it was instantly felt whenever he was near. Even though we have only known Fred for a short time we are blessed to have known him and will fondly remember his great sense of humor and his Indiana Jones Hat. He always put a smile on our face. We will miss him . You are in our thoughts . All our Love Debi,Glenn,Brianna,Zach & Katie Burke

Our sympathy and prayers during this difficult time. HannahClaire’s first comment was, “But he was so funny.” Fred will always be remembered by us as a wonderful, generous, funny guy that was a fabulous neighbour and Godfather to Quinlan. We were fortunate to know him, to work with him at the church and to always have a laugh with him. Fred will always be remembered in our hearts. All our love, Deirdre, Quinlan and HannahClaire Fowler. xxx

Our family remembers Fred as a peg legged pirate in Treasure Island at Caledon Town Hall Players! Such a great sense of humour! Remember how he had to tie his leg up so that he looked like he was missing a leg! That deep gravelly voice! He’ll be very missed. I agree with everyone else that he was always so funny and made everyone smile! So very sorry for your loss

To Wendy, Kate, and Ainsley,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you with the news of Fred’s passing. He will be remembered by many and he was a great parent volunteer at Caledon East Public School. Deepest sympathy.

Although i didn’t know Fred, I do know Wendy through school. I want to let you know that I am thinking of you Wendy, and your daughters Kate and Ainsley. May you find peace in wonderful memories of him.

Thinking of you all during this very difficult time. We are glad to have met Fred and his loving family. Our heart’s are with you.

Kate, I was extremely upset when I heard about Fred on Friday. He was an amazing man, always supportive of anyone who needed it. He was an amazing announcer at the horse shows, his smile and sense of humor was infectious. Cody and I are thinking of you through this difficult time and you know we are here for you if there is anything you need. Love you lots xxxxx

Fred & I met through business 7 or 8 years ago.
We had many a good conversation about a wide variety of topics, as recently as early December.
He will be missed.

Dear Bilton Family: I am terribly saddened by the loss of Fred. He and I had been close friends since we met at the University of Guelph in 1972. The world lost a good man and you lost a dear father, brother, and husband. Remember all the fun times, the laughs, and the wonderful memories you all had together to comfort you and guide you through this sorrow.
Leslie Goldberg

I knew Fred at Guelph and he was my friend. I am sorry I wasn’t able to stay in touch with him. I know that today the world is a little darker. I am so sorry for your loss. Even though you don’t know me, my thoughts are with you Wendy, Kate and Ainsley.

We first met Fred when he announced at Tottenham Equestrians and have spent many Sunday show days over the years with Fred at TE, Ontario Pinto and Ontario Paint horse shows. He always added his own brand of humour to the day. Remembering with you a special soul who made this world a better place just by having passed through it. May treasured memories bring comfort in the days to come. Lynda, Cameron & Kaleena Smith

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. We met Fred at Sue’s 60th birthday party and enjoyed talking and laughing with him. He was a wonderful person. He will be missed.
Elva, Andrew & Troy

Dear Wendy, Kate and Ainsley:

We are so sorry to hear this very very sad news…our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Fred was such a great supporter and cheerleader at dance and soccer. May the beautiful memories you shared with your husband/father live forever in your hearts.

Our sincere condolenses,

The Lange Family

Wendy, Ainsley and Kate
Our thoughts are with you all. Fred was such a great and positive presence at dance events. What a great sense of humour he had!

Dear Wendy , Kate and Ainsley.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I didn’t really know him that well but from the brief meetings that I had with him, I came away with a good impression. May he rest in peace.

Dear Wendy, Kate and Ainsley
In life, if you are lucky, you get to have someone like Fred in your life. If you are truly blessed, you form a bond of friendship, trust and love with him that lasts a lifetime, and that sustains us when he must leave.
Our sincere sorrow at your loss.

To Wendy, Kate, Ainsley

Sorry for your loss. Fred and I were first cousins and I guess it would have been around 1968 that I last saw him. I recall a number of family reunions at Rouge Hills when my grandparents (Fred & Mary Bilton) were alive, Fred’s father, George, named Fred after his father. I live in Australia and will be unable to attend the funeral. My mother, Betty, is visiting us at the moment so will also be unable to attend. I believe my brother Garry is going to attend. On behalf of Fred’s kin Ron, Bob, Garry, Ted, (Len & Betty), Patricia and Pam (Lloyd and Alice), David and Cathy (Jack and Olive) I again offer my condolences.

Dear Wendy,
I have fond memories of the Smith family who were members of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church on Royal York Road. Your family was an intrical part of that great church community.
I’m very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. Continue to draw strength from your wonderful famiy memories each and every day.
God Bless you and your family, Wendy.
Paul and Laurie Welch

Wendy, Kate and Ainslie
I am very saddened to hear of Fred’s passing. I thought of Fred as a special friend, one with whom I had many chats about life, the universe and everything! I will miss him dearly. I am sorry I will not be able to be with you on Friday but I will light a candle in his memory at that time.

Wendy, So sorry to hear about Fred’s passing. He was such a great supporter at dance. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ainsley, and Kate.

Our Deepest Condolences.
Antonella, Dion, Linda and Matthew Burt

Wendy, Kate and Ainsley,

Remember all the delightful memories to help you during this difficult time. Fred had a wonderful stage presence in theatre, but more so had a wonderful presence amongst his family and friends. He has touched the lives of many and will always be remembered. Our thoughts are with you.

Denise & Greg Rowe
Paulina & Eileen Grant

Dear Wendy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Fatima

I am so saddened by the sudden loss of dear Fred. It seems like yesterday when Wendy introduced me to her new ” boyfriend” at a party she had years ago. In walked this tall handsome guy…fresh off the slopes ( he had worked late that night as a ski instructor). I will never forget the look in their eyes and could tell that this was something special. In the years to come, I would share many happy moments with Wendy and Fred : their wedding, a christening , visits up north and many more. I came to know Fred as a witty, kind and caring man. He could always crack me up and we shared many a silly moment. He was a devoted and loyal husband to my dear friend Wendy and a caring and loving father to Ainsley and Kate. I will cherish these memories forever.
My deepest condolences to Wendy, Kate, Ainsley and family.

Dear Wendy, Kate and Ainsley,
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Fred was a wonderful person and a great friend who will be sorely missed.
Joe

Wendy, Kate and Ainsley,
We are so sorry to hear about Fred’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sad time. He will always be remembered.
Dan, Lynda, Stephen, Katie and Tyler

Dear Wendy, Kate and Ainsley
I am deeply saddened by Fred’s death. I met Fred in University and although we lost touch over the years I have enduring memories of our wonderful friendship. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss.

Brent

Shocked,and very saddened to hear of your loss.I worked with Fred in theatre.I had many one on one conversations with him outside during breaks in rehearsal,and got to know a most kind,sensitive and caring soul.My condolences.
Conrad

Wendy, Kate and Ainsley,
Our deepest sympathy to you and the girls.
Fred holds a special place in our hearts as a long time friend and “cousin” to our son (“Uncle” sounded too old as per Fred). Cherish the years and the memories you have built up over the years. I know we do. He will be missed.

We were deeply shocked and saddened by Fred’s illness and sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls at this difficult time.
Although with our busy lives we had sadly lost touch with you and Fred over the years, we have many wonderful memories from the cottage and sailing with the two of you on Georgian Bay. We will remember Fred as a kind, thoughtful person and he will be truly missed.
Elizabeth, Dave, Erin and Jenny XOXO

Wendy, Ainsley and Kate:

My dear friend, I still can’t believe it. Fred was a fun loving, interesting and caring person and as I see from the numerous condolences, much loved. We will all miss him dearly forever. Your friends will all support you through this. We are thinking about you all.

Wendy, Kate and Ainsley. I can’t seem to find the right words to properly express how sorry I was to hear about Fred’s illness first of all, and of his sudden passing. I can only imagine how much you will miss him. Just hold on to all the wonderful memories and take comfort in knowing that he is now at peace…. xoxo

Dear Wendy, Kate and Ainsley,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Many fond memories of the past.
Love, Mary and Gordon

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends of
Fred. We knew Fred as a fellow parishioner at St. James Church
and know that he will be deeply missed.

Dear Wendy, Kate and Ainsley, we were very saddened to hear of the passing of Fred. It is a very difficult time for you and your family, but hopefully , over time, the many wonderful family memories will help to ease the pain. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Karen and John

My condolences for your loss….shared the stage at CTHP….great guy….salt of the earth….wherever Fred is now he will make it a better place. Mike

Dear Wendy, Kate and Ainsley:
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Although I did not know him well, I thought Fred was a great person – intelligent and funny, an animal lover who was never without a book in his hand. I will remember him.

Fred, You always worked so hard for us and our clients. You were also the one that kept Securequip together with all your integrity and hard work and you were the face of the company. You are in a better place. We hope that in time your wife will be able to heal from your loss. Rest in Peace.

My deepest condolences to Wendy, Kate and Ainsley. I knew Fred a long time ago in my Toronto days and remember him as a warm, funny and interesting man. May all the love and wonderful memories you shared as a family help you through this profound loss.

Dear Wendy, Kate and Ainsley. Mel and I are so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Although we didn’t see you that often in the last couple of years we often thought about the fun times we had with you Wendy and Fred at our Scandinavian Parties in Brampton. Fred was such a fun loving person and always pulling my leg until I became wise enough to know when it was being pulled! Fred also called our son Robin just last year as he had seen his name somewhere on the internet about his jazz and had a great conversation with him about his music. We still remember the good old days when Fred would play piano at our parties and we’d all sing Christmas carols. Fred and Mel also went skiing up at Horseshoe for many years as we had a time share in that area but as we lost our special rat e for skiing then the guys gave it up! As you know Wendy we live in Europe over the winter but had we been in Canada we would have come to pay our condolences to you and your family. Mel and hope that your loving memories of Fred will carry through this difficult time, we send you all our love and hope that you will find support with all of the lovely and kind friends and family that you and Fred have made over the many years.