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LANNAN – It is with great sadness that the family of Frederick (Fred) Edward, 89, of Liverpool, Queens County, Nova Scotia announces the loss of our beloved father and grandfather on April 14, 2022 unexpectedly at home.
Born in Liverpool, Fred was the son of the late Martin Lannan and the late Violet Schrader. Fred started working at a young age for the Chandler Brothers Fish business in Moose Harbor. In the 1960’s the business merged into Mersey Seafoods where Fred became a fish cutter for many years before illness sent him into early retirement. He took much pride in his work, so much that he taught each of his three children the very job he loved, where they too became employees of Mersey Seafoods when they grew old enough. Without failure, he would check to see which boats were tied up at the wharf when going across the bridge on Bristol whenever he was driven past.
Fred also loved and enjoyed the outdoors, spending his younger years fishing and hunting and teaching his son, Cecil, how to do the very same. He loved cutting and splitting his firewood and if anyone was looking to rid themselves of any extra, Fred was always ready to have a load dumped in his yard. He was an avid fan of the Toronto Blue Jays who rarely missed a game and was always up for a good chat about his favorite team. He enjoyed family gatherings; the Annual Family Washer Tournament was one of his favorites at which he became known as “Gramps” to everyone that wasn’t even family. For a man his age he sure could toss those washers in that pipe and you could be sure he was usually standing in one of the top three prize spots when the day was done.
Fred also loved sitting in the window in his favorite chair, drinking his Tim Horton’s coffee with his ceramic dog, Brownie, that sat in the window with him, waiting to give all his neighbors a wave as they passed his house. The cooler months were a time for Fred to enjoy putting up his Christmas decorations, trimming his tree and having it nice and toasty warm in his house. You always knew when you went to visit you wouldn’t be cold; Fred made sure you wouldn’t be sitting around with a coat on in his place. After all, he had to make sure all the firewood he loved went to good use.
Fred was loved by everyone who met him, making friends wherever he went usually through his love of music. He played the guitar, the accordion but his most cherished instrument was his harmonicas, or “mouth organs” as he called them. The more people danced, the more he would make his mouth organ sing. He would play for hours if you’d let him; the happiness and pride he received for making other people happy through his toe tapping tunes was undeniable. The time he spent at music jams with his friends and his daughter, Rose, will be cherished and remembered by many. But Fred had one dream – and luckily just before Covid-19 hit – it came true. He was called up on the stage of the Hank Snow Tribute to play for a larger crowd and he did not disappoint.
But most of all, Fred loved his family, especially the love of his life, Verna, which he lost in 2015. Luckily, he had three wonderful children that were there for him, checking on him and making sure he had everything he needed. There wasn’t a night that his daughter, Janet, didn’t call to have a chat to make sure all was going ok for her dad.
Fred is survived by his daughters, Janet Broome (Bobby) of Brooklyn, Rosetta (Rose) Anthony of Milton and son Cecil (Vicki) of Gull Island, sisters Geraldine Stewart of Lockeport, Patricia Tarr (David) of Black Falls Alberta, Linda Backman (Joey) of Liverpool and brother Roy Schrader (Barb) of Milton. He is also survived and remembered as “Big Gramp” by his five granddaughters, Shelley Weagle (Kevin), Liza Zwicker (Jeff), Amanda Broome (Brian), Melissa Foley (Darcie) and Jennifer Broome (Stuart), eleven great grandchildren and five great, great grandchildren.
Along with his parents, Fred is predeceased by his loving wife, Verna, brother John, sisters Marion, Judith, son-in-law, Ronald Anthony and step-father, Ronnie Schrader.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandler’s Funeral Home, Liverpool, NS. A celebration of Fred’s life will be held at Chandler’s Funeral Home on Friday, April 22, 2022 with visitation from 6-7pm followed by a service led by Rev. Dr. Harry Gardner, with a reception to follow. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the Victorian Order of Nurses (VON). Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com. Live streaming will be available at service time. Please click the link posted above.
The family would like to extend special thanks to his family physician, Dr. Sarah Cosh, her receptionist, Terri, and specialist, Dr. Heister in Kentville for their care during his illness as well as all the ladies from the VON that took exceptional care of Fred and Chandler’s Funeral Home. Your expertise and kindness will never be forgotten.
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Michael McLeod
Rose and family very sorry about your father. He was a great neighbor and friend.
From Mike and Ann
Linda Jollimore
So Sorry For Your Loss Rose Janet And Cecil .
Dianne Wamboldt
My condolences to all the family. Sounds like you Dad led a full life….
Gordon and Jackie Eisnor
Cecil,Rose and families: Very sorry to read of Fred’s passing.Many good times were had with Fred and his brother John and their music.He will always be remembered.Sincere condolences to all Fred’s family.
Bonnie dalby flemming
Rose and family. So sorry for your loss..my thoughts are with you at this time..take care
Mary & Vernon lowe
To All Family Members…
Our Sincere Condolances
on The Passing of Your Loved One…He was a Wonderful Man…Hold his
Memories close to your Hearts…..
Vivian Croft (Whynot)
So sorry for your loss Rosie…….take care
Maureen Giffin
So sorry for your loss Rose, my condolences to you and your family. Sending big hugs!!
Ashley and john McGinnis
To Cecile, so sorry for the lost of a wonderful man,he is now pain free and reunited with your mother and the rest of the loved ones
Barbara Naugler
To Rose & all of Fred,s family I send my heartfelt sympathy on Fred,s passing . He will be greatly missed by all who knew & loved him . Bet there is lots of music going on above . RIP Fred.
Tammy Lannan
To all of Fred’s family,
Please accept my sincerest condolences. I’m so sorry for your loss. Fred was my grampy John’s brother. I didn’t know there was so many sisters & brothers.
May he rest easy now he’s with the love of his life again. ❤️
Marie Wambolt
To All Of Fred’s Family
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing . He was a great guy worked will him at Mersey Seafoods ,always laughing and joking around. Saw him a few years ago at the jam in Cherry Hill.Still the same old Freddie..R.I.P.
Julia
We were very sad to hear this news. Marion and I used to visit Barb and Otis on Wednesdays before Covid hit, but we parked in Fred’s driveway and always made sure we visited him first. His house was always warm and welcoming. Marion fondly tells me of all the music jams that her and David went to with Fred, and we enjoyed the videos of him we saw the other day. He will be greatly missed by us and I’m sure by all.
All our love
Marion, Julia, Alan and family
Dale Mckinnon
To Janet, Rose and Cecil
So very sorry for the loss of your Dad.
My condolences to you all……
Dale Mckinnon
Sylvia whynot
Sending my sincere condolences to all family members ,so sorry for your loss.
Brenda Lawrence
Condolences to Fred’s family .
So sorry for your loss .
He was a wonderful man .
He was a man of many harmonicas.
He sure could play and you could tell he loved to
entertain .
Fred was very well loved and respected by his family .
Sincere sympathy to Fred’s family .
Brenda Lawrence
Richard and Peggy Hatt
Richard and I would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to all of Fred’s family . Sincerely Peggy and Richard
Linda Moulton
Rose and family, so very sorry for your loss.
Your in my thoughts
Irving Whynot
So sad for your loss , Fred was loved by all. RIP
David and Bonnie Hatt
Rose and family.Sorry to hear about your Dad.A lovely tribute to a life well lived.
Jean Saulnier-Blades
I am very sorry for your loss. I met Fred at the jam sessions and we shared a love of playing the harmonica, but could never reach his endurance and oxygen level as he played with so much breath and for much longer than I ever could. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Trisha Doucette
Ernie & I would like to send Our deepest sympathy to all of Fred’s Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Barry Roy
To Janet ,Rose and Cecil we are saddened by the news of the loss of your father. I knew Freddy all my life and can tell you he was one of the best people that I know. You was always welcome at his house, I will surely miss his wave every time I visit mom and dad. Please except our condolences Connie & Barry Roy
Maureen Schnare
So very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I remember him coming to our parents kitchen party on Christmas Eve every year on Wolfe Street. My parents thought the world of him.
Maureen (Mossman) Schnare
Muriel and Raymond Whynot
So very sorry to hear this sad news He was a wonderful man and will surely be missed May he live on in heaven
Corina & Willis Huphman
To all of Fred’s Family…so sorry to hear the passing of Freddie as I knew him…cherish the memories and they will bring you comfort in the days ahead…R.I.P Freddie
Debbie/Gene Wamboldt
Rose and Family
We are so sorry to hear of Freds’ passing. May you know that you are in our prayers and thoughts
Donnie Vaughn
We are so so sorry for your loss…such a wonderful man. I recall many times I would be at Mersey Seafoods during my stint with D.F.O….always made sure I went upstairs to the cutting lines. Fred & Cecil were there cutting fish like taking a drink or water…absolutely amazing how they could carry on a conversation & still continue to fillet fish…Will never forget those precious times & the tid- bits of wisdom he passed on to me. He will ne remembered fondly !..God Bless !!
Ed and Evie Fisher
Sorry to hear of your loss ,Our sincere condolences to all of Fredies familys.
Paul and Gloria Whynot
Rose and family,
We are sorry to hear about your Dad. Our condolences to all his family.
Paul and Gloria
Judi & Ken Minard
Dear Rose and family
We want to offer our sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda & Robert Trainor
Rose & family, So sorry to hear of your loss. May you be comforted that your DAD is in the arms of our LORD. Take Care & GOD Bless you all. HUGS!
Bernadette Mervin Hartlen
Rose and Family sorry to hear of your Dad’ passing. We loved hearing him play at all the Jams he brought great pleasure to us all. He could play for ever and never seemed to tire. We will miss him greatly . Our thoughts are will you all.
Carla Roy and Anna Greek
To all of Fred’s Family…
We are so sorry to read of Fred’s passing.We had the pleasure of hearing him play the harmonica at the Hank Snow Tribute and WOW could he play.Know that you are in our thoughts.
Faye Levy
Rose and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I only got to know him over the last few years when he played at the Music Jams and enjoyed listening to him play his Harmonicas. You could certainly tell he loved to play. Hold on to all your precious memories as they will help you through this very sad time.
Billand Anna Cox
Cecil Rose and families
Sorry to read of Freddie’s passing, we send our deepest sympathies.
Phyllis C Tutty
To Rose and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Please accept my condolences.
Fred sounds like he certainly had a full life and lived it to the fullest. Take care.
Butch and Loretta Cook
Dear Rose – so sorry to hear of your father’s passing. He was a wonderful man, loaded with talent. Everyone at the jams looked forward to his music – just amazing. Sounds like he had a very happy life with very close connections to his family. I know you will cherish your memories.
Roger and Valerie Wilcox
Rose and family,
We are saddened to learn of your father’s passing. He was a gentle spirit that from his gift of music he entertained many audiences! He will be greatly missed! We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Ray & Evey Wolfe
So sorry to hear about Fred. Please accept our condolences
David & Judy Whynott of mersey point
I am very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. He sure was a great person I’ve always known Fred to be very polite and enjoyable guy when you met him. Living quite close to him as a young guy he always like to play his harmonica for us. Fred will be missed for many great reasons by many. Bless you all at this sad time.
Diane L Smith
Rose and family,
So sorry for your loss. Take care
Diane Smith
Pam whalen
Rose Janet and families plz except our sincere condolences at this sad time hold your memories close to your heart from pam junior and amanda
Marilyn Whynot ( Croft)
To Fred’s family condolences on your loss. I remember your Dad when he worked at Chandler’s Fish plant a short time ago.Remember all the special times spent together as a family and all the fun you had .RIP FRED
Pam miller
With heartfelt sympathies I am writing this to the family. Your dad was loved by all , I will miss playing the guitar with him as he played his harmonica. Many hugs and prayers to each and everyone of you he had such a great smile and a wave sitting in his window this I will always remember.
Lynn (Leah) Kempton-Lowe
Dear Rose,
My computer has not been working well over the past few days and I didn’t see your Dad’s obituary until just now. My heart goes out to you, Rose. Losing Ron, and now your Dad so soon after, must feel very overwhelming to you. (((BIG HUGS!)))
I didn’t get to know your Dad until Larry was admitted to the Manor, and during the early years of his illness (when he was still able to go out to enjoy the music) your Dad was always a favorite! (We soon found out that everybody knew and liked Fred and looked forward to his playing his mouth-organ to wind up the evening.)
Rose, you were blessed to have both a father and a husband who were so full of love and kindness. So many people go through their whole lives without ever experiencing that. Treasure each and every memory and during the times that you feel alone, wrap all of those precious memories around you like a warm and cozy blanket and let them warm your heart.
Your many friends (myself included) are here for you, and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Please don’t be afraid to reach out to any one of us – God didn’t mean for us to have to carry the burden by ourselves, and it although you will always feel your loss, as time goes on you will catch yourself smiling once again.
Love from
Lynn xo
sharon and Richard Roy,,,
So sorry for your loss,,,Rose,,Cecil and Janet and families,,,Sure gonna miss seeing your dad in the window when me and the dog goes back the road walking,,,He always sitting in the window just a waving,,,Remember the good times,,,He will be missed for sure,,,hugs to you all,,,
Darlene (Roy) Connolly
To all of Fred’s family
So sorry for your loss. Heard Fred play his harmonica many times at the music jams and the Hank Snow Tribute. He certainly knew how to entertain!
Clyde and David Whynot
Condolence to all Fred,s family he was a wonderful man who loves playing his harmonicas
Shelly and Shawn Ozon
Sincere condolences to the entire family.
Philip& Holly Smith
Dear Rose and all the family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. May all the good memories of happy times together, carry you now, and in the days ahead.
Holly and Philip Smith
Tara Smith
Dear Rose and Family
Thinking of you all. Your father was a special person and you were a wonderful daughter to support him living at home in these last months. My sincere sympathies.
Tina and Mike Quinn
Our sincere condolences for your loss.
Marjorie Rhyno
Rose, Cecil and Janet,
Living in Alberta, news trickles slowly, so I was sad to hear about your father’s passing. I know he loved your Mom very much so there is joy in their reunion. I worked with Freddy, Rose and Cecil at Mersey Seafoods and Freddy was like a ray of sunshine, always chipper and he had a good morning for everyone. I remember once when I was still married to Roy, the 2 of them went in the woods looking for Mayflowers. My one and only time getting flowers and what a beautiful bouquet. I am sorry this is months late, but I just wanted to let you know that your Dad was a sweet man and I was glad to have known him.