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Fralic – Carlton “Carmie” Lee

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FRALIC – Carlton (Carman) “Carmie” L., 74, of Brooklyn, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Roseway Hospital, Shelburne on Wednesday, December 21, 2022.
Born in Liverpool, Carmie was a son of the late Lee and Joyce (Barkhouse) Fralic.
Carmie was a bartender for over 45 years working at various establishments such as Mersey Hotel, Horseshoe Tavern and Alley 9. In his younger years, Carmie enjoyed hunting and fishing, going for Sunday drives with his wife Lillian, was an avid Blue Jays fan and had a bit of a reputation for a “mean left hook”.
Carmie is survived by his only son Carmen (Tina) of Milton. Sisters Judy Wagner of West Berlin; Sheila (Han) vanBeek of the Netherlands, Denise (Peter) Winfield of Oromocto, NB and his half sister Sherry (Brian) Stoodley of Camperdown.
Besides is parents, Carmie was predeceased by his wife Lillian (Carson).
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ funeral Home, Liverpool. At Carmie’s request, there will be no funeral service at this time. No flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

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  1. Dennis & GAIL Lavender

    Sorry for your loss we always enjoyed talking to Carmie and will miss him and his stories. Our hearts and prays go out to you all .

  3. Darlene Connolly

    Judy and family

    So sorry to read that your brother has passed away. Sincere condolences to you and your family.

  6. JoAnn Getson

    Carmen & Family

    So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Please accept our condolences.

    Stephen & JoAnn Getson

  9. Frank and Jane Croft

    So sorry for the loss of Carmie. Remembering him from the Horseshoe Tavern. Nice man.. Sending Sincere Condolences to his family

  11. Wayne and Pam Westhaver

    Judy and Carmies family, so sorry to read this, Carmie was a great guy, very well known and liked by all.Please accept our deepest condolences.

  12. Brad Decker

    Sorry for your loss, I always enjoyed my chats with him when I was in Liverpool. Sad day for the entire community. Condolences to his family

    Brad and Jennifer Decker
    Fort St John BC

  13. Gail & Bev Davison

    We are so sorry to hear of Carmie’s passing. We always had fun playing cards with him. He was a great person and will be forever missed. Our thoughts are with you.

  14. gerald f. gaetz

    carm was my friend,since school days in beach meadows,we had a great deal of fun-i miss him,already-so sorry judy,sheiladauniece

  15. Susan Levy

    One of the “Good Ole’ Boys”. We had a lot of fun together. Remember when you said “you can’t shoot that there” BANG! Damn it!. Hunting, fishing and a few drinks, hope you are enjoying all 3 my friend.

  20. Judi Maillett

    To Carmie’s family & fruends, so sorry to see thus. Carrie and I go way back. He was one of the best bartenders around back in the day at the tavern. Spent a lot of time there especially Christmas eve. Lots of laughed & nemories. Carrie you will be missed. Until we meet again. Say hi to Lillian your beloved

  21. Kevin Stockley

    So sorry to hear this my condolences to the family Carmie was a good man always enjoyed talking to him at bar Alley 9 back in the day.

  23. Bernie Swain

    I used to bump into Carmie regularly at the Legion where I played bridge. He always had time for a few words and a smile. It was always a pleasure to bump into him there. I send my condolences to his family and friends.

  24. Tish

    This is so sad to be reading …so so many people loved Carmie ! R.I.P. Bartender … Cheers my friend ! Tish and Richard

  27. Jean Saulnier-Blades

    I am so sorry to hear of Carmie’s passing. We always enjoyed playing bingo at the manor when Lilian and my mom shared a table at Queens Manor. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

  28. William and Beth Hawes

    Sorry to hear about carmen,He used to come to our house all the time in Beach meadows ,when we live there,he was a good cousin,and friend ,

  29. Patty Peach

    My heart hurt when i saw Carmie’s Obituary….
    I knew Carmie & Lillian for about 45 years…. I worked with Carmie some at the Horseshoe Tavern… Both were Great People to have known..we..
    RIP Buddy… I know in my Heart you are with the Love of Your Life Again..God Bless you & Lillian

  30. wanda finigan

    Im so very sorry to hear of Carmen’s passing. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family at this time. He was a great guy and will be remembered by all who knew him.

  31. Heidi Malone

    I will remember our conversations over the years while I worked at transcotia. You always say in the same spot. Had the same things and were always up to chat. Thoughts to your friends and family. At least your with Lillian again. Fly high friend ❤️

  32. Amy Croft

    To the family,
    Carrie was a friend since my teenage years and I am sad to hear of his passing. I know his stories and his grin will remain with us all.

  34. Fred and Samantha Murphy

    To Carmie’s family,
    Thinking of you at this sad time, sending heartfelt condolences.

  36. Anne and Allan Laws

    So sorry to hear of Carmie’s passing. We are sending our love and caring to all his family and thinking of you at this sad time.

    Anne and Allan

  37. Sherad Wolfe

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Carmie was always fun to chat as well work with. My condolences to his family. God bless.

  39. Charles Ross

    Deepest sympathy to all the Family Carmen was a great friend of ours when I was in Liverpool back in 1976.I wiorked at Scotiabank and Rosie was a hairdresser @ Shar’s beauty salon.We were great Friends of Carmen and Lillian.RIP my friend.

    Charles and Rosie Ross
    Digby,N.S.

  41. Darren Horton

    Carmen& Tina and rest of the family. Sorry to hear of the passing of another great man. He served me many beers at the Horseshoe Tavern. Have fond memories of hunting in West Caledonia down at the “Y” with him. Carmie always had your back and so many times he could talk his way out of things but when he couldn’t he would put you out the door then knock you out with the Left. RIP old friend.

  42. Jayleen

    I am so sorry to hear of Carmies’ loss. I had many laugh with him. He was a great person and will be missed by many.

  44. Laurie

    So sorry to hear of Carmies passing . He was was a good person and always stories to tell . The first to ask me for I’d when I went to the bar. Will miss you.

  47. Helen Walzh

    So very sorry to hear about Carmies passing . Im Teds sizter from Sheet Harbour . Carmie &U werd Cousins

  48. Conrad Valerie

    Judy, Sheila & families – I am so sorry to hear of Carmie’s passing. When we would meet it was always mice to have a chat with him.

  49. Faye Barkhouse

    Sincere codolences to the family and friends of Carmie. May you take comfort in your good memories.

  50. Diane White

    So sorry to hear about Carmie, got to know him while his wife was in the Manor, lovely devoted man to her. Sincere condolences to you all.

  51. White Annette

    Oh my goodness, I’m so shocked to see this. Carmie was a wonderful man with a heart of gold. He was good friend to me and I will forever cherish that and the memories I have of him. Rest peaceful my friend.

  52. Nina Cooper

    So saddened to hear. Many fun times at the ole Horseshoe…..he will be missed by so many. My deepest condolences to the Family…

  53. Pam whalen

    Carmen and Tina so sorry for the loss of your dad carmie I will miss him please except my deepest condolences at this sad time Rip carmie

  54. Brian Stevenson

    My condolences. Enjoyed playing & partnering with Cam; good times with both Bridge & Cribbage games.

  55. Beverley & Betty-Jean Colp.

    To all of Carmie’s family we send our deepest sympathy in his loss. We are going to miss chatting with him and recalling seeing him grow up from a young boy to a great man. Happy memories you all shared over the years are going to help ease the pain of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  56. Shelley Boens

    So sorry to hear of Carmies passing. Keep his memories alive and him close to your hearts. Hugs to all the family.

  57. Gail Feeney

    Denise, Sheila, Judy and young Carman. I am so sorry for your loss. I only had chance to see Carman once this summer and meet his son young Carman. He will be fondly remembered and forever missed. Sending Hugs and Prayers during this difficult time,

  58. Liz

    I am so sorry about Carmie. He always had a bright and ready smile, and he played a great game of cards. A quiet, sweet soul, I never heard him say one bad word about anyone. He is missed.
    Liz Hunter

  59. Karen Cowie

    I remember how sweet Carm was. He had a way that made you feel like part of his family. Rest in Peace Carm. To the family, I am so sorry for your loss.

  60. Hugh Mosher

    My deepest condolences to Carmie’s family. I am sad but I am also smiling thinking of fond and funny memories with my friend. May your memories help you all going forward.

  61. John and Darlene Chandler

    So very sorry to hear that Carmie has passed, he was truly one of a kind, a genuinely nice guy, and he will be missed by many.

  62. Sheila

    So sorry for your loss. I met Carmen when i worked at the manor a CCA. Nice man.
    Thinking of family.. Friends..

  64. Jim & Jacqueline Peach

    To the family, I can’t say I wasn’t shocked to see this about Carmin. Got to know him back when he tended bar at the Horseshoe.Tavern. Always had a smile and ready for a quick chat, gonna miss seeing him at the store.. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

  66. Jordan and Bella Oickle

    To Carmies family ,
    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. R.I.P. Carmie

  67. Bonnie Mitton

    So sad to hear about Carmie, I spent a good many afternoons having a chat and a laugh when he’d come in for a meal. Sending my condolences to his family.

  71. Doug and Sylvia Zwicker, Brian and Kim Mansfield

    So sorry for your loss. Carmie was a great guy. When you talk about the tavern, Carmie is the first one that comes to mind. He was the legend of the tavern. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  73. Willie Bowmaster

    Sincere condolences to all of Carmies Family and Friends. He will be missed by so many people and he touched all of our Hearts in oh so many ways. Rest in Peace my Brother In Law ~ Bunny

  74. Dennis & Sherri Harrington

    To the Family,
    So very sorry for your loss. Carmie was well known , everyone loved Carmie. He was a kind caring man, he will be missed.RIP Carmie. Take care everyone❤️

  75. Shirley and Paul Shot

    Judy and family, I was shocked when I read Carmie had passed. He always had time for a chat whenever we met, I know he will be missed by so many that knew him. Your memories of him will keep him close to your hearts, they will be reminders of better days.

  76. Darlene L Hawes

    My condolences, to the family. it was always nice to see him when he came for a visit at our house in Beach Meadows. Also, when I saw him at the tavern in Liverpool, he always made you laugh.

  78. Helen & David Fox

    Condolences to all Carmy’s family. Such a good friend over the years, and alot of great times spent with Lillian and Carmy. RIP

  79. Marie Lamrock

    Sending my condolences to all of Carmie’s family. May the good memories of him help to lessen the pain you are feeling at this moment.

  80. Marianna Seamone

    My condolences to u all during this difficult time.Sending u all my thoughts and prayers.RIP Carmie

  81. Pat Dixon

    To little Carrie &family
    So sorry to read of your Dads passing.He is with his dear wife Lillian now.
    Who he loved dearly.Thinking of you all at this very difficult time
    Pat ex- neighbor prefabs.

  82. David & Judy Whynott of mersey point

    Sorry to hear of Carmies passing. He sure was well known and liked around queens. Bless you all at this sad time.

  86. Susan and Peter Truelove

    Rest easy Carmie! Sending condolences to my cousins Judy, Sheila, Denise, Sheri and your families ❤️ Thinking of you all at this sad time.
    Susan and Peter Truelove

  87. Marsha Ringer

    Carmie and family, so very sorry to o hear of your loss. Thinking of you and your family. Take care.

  88. Susan M MacLeod

    To Carmie’s Family
    I am so sorry to hear that Carmie has passed away. We have had many chats over the years. He was always the same. Kind, considerate and fun. He worked with my daughter Tanya at the Liverpool Pub and Eatery where they had a great relationship of respect and laughter. He was very supportive of Lillian and spoke very fondly of her. That showed the sign of a true gentleman. He will be missed.

    Sincerely, Susan MacLeod

  89. Kirk and Donna Whynot

    Carmie’s family, sorry for your loss,he was a great friend and will be missed. RIP My friend

  92. Sandra Herron

    Dear Judy, Sheila and Denise, I am so sorry to hear of Carmie’s passing. I thought the world of him. He was a great friend to me and I will never forget him. My heart to goes out to all of you.

  93. Zona & Stephen

    To the family ,

    It is with a heavy heart that we send our sincere condolences. Carmie was one of a kind , well liked by anyone who had the privilege of meeting him. Always enjoyed the time spent with him & Lillian. They are now together again …

    God Bless,
    Zona & Stephen

  96. Diane Munro

    Carmen
    My sincere condolences to you at this time. Your Dad played bridge on Friday afternoon with us .
    He was such a gentleman and we so enjoyed having him play each week. Sincerely Diane Munro

  98. Loretta Cook

    To Carmine’s family – a wonderful man who was loved by everyone. A fantastic bridge player and a great sense of humour. We miss him. ❤️

  100. Lorimer and Evelyn

    Condolences to all the family. Carmie will be missed by everyone that knew him … he was a fine man!
    Take care.

  101. Tim McDonald

    I was so sad to hear that Carmie passed away. He was a great guy and will certainly be missed around Liverpool. My condolences to all of his family.

  102. Cindy & Theodore

    To Carmies family
    So sad to hear of Carmies passing. He was a kind and gentle soul.
    We send our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

  103. Shirley Ossinger

    Suddenly hugs to you Carmen! Your dad was one of the nicest guys who ever walked this Earth! I’ve known him since I was a teenager and was part of the family for quite a few years and I have always had so much respect for him and Lillian. He was a great person and a great dad and I know how much you will miss him sending big hugs

  104. Charlotte and Bobby Kelley

    Carmen and family. Please accept our sincere condolences. May your wonderful memories help you through the difficult days ahead.

  105. Philip+ Holly Smith

    To Carmie’s family,
    Please accept our deepest condolences at this time. We fondly remember Carmie from many years ago- so good natured, and that easy smile! May he rest easy now and may you all find great comfort in your memories.
    Philip and Holly Smith

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