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Oickle; Frederick Alan

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Oickle; Frederick Alan, age 63, of Liverpool, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool.

Born in Liverpool, Fred was a son of Marie (Morton, Oickle) Langille and the late Gerald Oickle.

Fred was a kind, hard working man who was always willing to lend others a helping hand. He loved his family and it was this love that saw him return to Liverpool after a short time in the navy, he was honorary discharge to be able to help look after his ill father and to be there for his mother. He then decided to stay and start a family and married the mother of his three children, Janette (Laurinat, Oickle) Tielsch. Fred was determined to provide for his family and started a window cleaning business before being hired at Stenpro, where he worked as an iron worker before becoming a boiler operator. Fred later worked at Mersey Seafood for a short time again as a boiler room operator before going to work at the Bowater Mersey Paper Company where he spent the bulk of his working career. Fred believed in improving his skills by learning and pursuing education in his field. Over the course of his career at Bowater he achieved numerous safety course certificates and was qualified as a forklift operator, boom truck operator, straight truck operator, overhead travelling crane operator, rigger, millwright, mobile crane operator, a hazmat technician, certified stationary engineer and third class power engineer. He was also a member of Bowater’s fire brigade.

Fred was never happier than when he was working outdoors on his woodland, hunting or trapping with his son Steven beside him. He had a very soft spot in his heart for children and they could easily get themselves wrapped around his finger. It was so heart warming to see him interact with his grandchildren and other children he would meet. Fred loved all animals, but was especially fond of cats. His natural ability to fix and solve problems was beyond exceptional and a talent that could not be taught.

Besides his mother, Marie, Fred is survived by his loving wife, Linda (Witherall); son, Steven (Amanda); daughter Rebecca (Kat) Kapalko; stepson, Wm. Mackenzie (Carol-Ann) McLain, stepdaughter, Kaylah McLain; grandchildren, Jordan Norwood, Owen Yarrow, Isaac McLain and Kallie Frelick; sister, Dianne (Phillip) Everett; brother, Adam (Linda) Oickle; sister-in-laws, Lori (James) Oickle, Marilyn (Glen) Hebb; mother-in-law, Doris Witherall; aunts, Elsie Morton, Shirley Morton; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins; and his little buddy Issac Broome.

Besides his father, Gerald, Fred was predeceased by his son, Timothy; stepfather, Murray Langille; father -in-law, Clarence Maxwell Witherall; grandparents, several aunts and uncles.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Fred was a baptized Jehovah’s Witness and a loving member of the Liverpool congregation. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 4th, 2023 at 2:30 pm, at the Liverpool Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses. No flowers by request. Donations may be made to the SHAID Tree Animal Shelter or to the Canadian Mental Health Association. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at Queens General Hospital, with a special thank you to Dr. Burill and nurses, Lee, Megan, Joy and Leah whose care and compassion made it easier for the family to deal with the last few days of Fred’s life.

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  1. Pam Foley

    My sincere condolences to Fred’s family. I adored him, and always enjoyed waiting on him whenever he came into Home Hardware. He was a kind, gentle soul, and very knowledgeable. He will be missed.

  2. Diane and Donald White

    Such a lovely man, he will be sadly missed.
    Sincere condolences to his family and friends

  3. Mike and Judy Winters

    Steven and Amanda: Please accept our sincere condolences. Hugs to you both.

    Love, Uncle Mike and Aunt Judy

  5. Shirley and Paul Shot

    Linda and family, we were shocked to read of Fred’s passing, I enjoyed our chats whenever we met. Thinking of you all during this most difficult time. God Bless

  6. Sandy Cross

    Linda and family,
    I am so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I did not realize how sick he really was as I have not talked with you for a long time. Remember to keep your memories close to your heart. Take care. RIP Fred, until we meet again.

  7. Holly Smith

    Marie and Dianne,
    I was so saddened to read that your son and brother had passed . I saw him occasionally around town, and always remembered him as he was when he was a little fellow.He certainly accomplished so very much throughout his life.
    I can only imagine your grief at this time….Please accept my deepest condolences.
    Holly Smith

  8. Daryl and Gladys Williams

    Linda and the Oickle Family

    So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Our sincere condolences to Linda and the family.

  9. Cathie & Kevin Wentzell

    Becky & Family,
    We are saddened to learn of your dad’s passing. We always enjoyed interactions we had with him.
    May the good memories bring you comfort.

  10. Steve Mansley

    You will be missed for sure buddy. Always could count on you when I needed something fixxed or built .Had many good times at the saw mill

  11. Charlotte, Bobby and Peggy kelley

    Marie, Linda and all of Fred’s family. Please accept our sincere condolences. May your wonderful memories help you through the difficult days ahead.

  13. Laurie Lethbridge

    To Fred’s family, I offer my deepest condolences in his passing. He always had a smile stopped to talk if he walked near you. RIP

  14. Evelyn R Fisher

    Dear Linda and all the family, So very sorry to hear of Fred s passing . Sending my sincere condolence to you all at this sad time. Keep your memories close to your hearts, Love and hugs Evie.

  15. Jim & Jacqueline Peach

    To the family, so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Fred loved to socialize & always took time to chat. He will be sadly missed by a family he loved. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

  16. Rodney & Shelley Mansfield

    To the family : We were sad and shocked to read this . Fred always would stop in if we were outside. He would often drive his tractor up the hill and wave . We will miss him dearly ! Please accept our condolences to you all . Thinking of you all at this sad time.

  17. Alice and Mervin Buchanan

    Sending condolences to the family and friends of Frederick Alan Oickle .I remember Fredie as a beautiful chubbie little boy, loved him very much, ,I have many fond memories of Fred. May God give you all peace and strength during your time of sorrow.

  18. Darren whynot & lisa tarr

    To all the family we are sorry for your loss had worked around fred at bowaters and later had the pleasure of his son steven to work for me both cut from same cloth both very likable hard working and smart as a whip . Thinking of you all at these hard time

  21. NELSON AND LIZ BOLAND

    To Linda, Steven and family. Please accept my sincere condolences upon Fred’s passing. Fred was a dedicated family man. He was a true friend to all and a many talented, hard working man as I knew him working with him at Bowater Mersey. Everyone liked Fred. Cherish your memories.

  22. Donna and Kirk Whynot

    Fred’s family, so sorry for your loss, Fred was a great guy and always had time for a chat. Thinking of you all at this difficult time, RIP Fred

  26. Bucky & Donna Norman

    Condolences to the family. May your many memories keep him in your hearts forever and help you through this difficult time.

  29. Doug & Dot Winters

    Sorry to read about Fred. Please accept our condolences at this different time.
    Doug & Dot

  31. Susan M MacLeod

    Marie, Adam and family

    Murray and I are so sorry that Fred has passed away. He was a very kind man and often would take time to have a chat. Our sincere condolences

    Susan MacLeod and Murray Cluett

  33. Kathy Jo Rumbolt

    Marie, Diane and all of Fred’s family,

    We are very sorry that Fred has left us, another gone too soon. Be comforted in knowing he has joined our big beautiful family on the other side. Although it has been years since he and I spoke, I have vivid memories of Fred…. when we started school and walked the hill together from the Gorham and Molly, your collie greeting us after school.

    Kathy and Bernie Rumbolt

  36. Lee & Deborah Frelick

    Linda, Kaylah, and family,
    We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
    Sincerely, Lee & Debbie

  38. Deanna and Frank Oickle

    To all of Fred’s family, so very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing, he will be greatly missed

  40. Borden and Lillian Colp

    We were sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Thinking of all his family at this difficult time.

  41. Bruce Theriau

    Adam and the Oickle Family

    So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you in these difficult times.

  42. Wendy and Gary Feindel

    To Fred’s family.
    So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Our condolences to all of you. Fred was such a friendly person and always had time for a chat.
    Gary and Wendy

  43. Murray and Donna Rolfe

    Very saddened to hear of Fred’s passing. Knew Fred way back in the Minor Hockey Days to the Bowater Days. We always managed to have a laugh when our paths crossed. Our condolences to Fred’s Family RIP.

  44. Tara Smith

    My heart is so sad for you Linda. Fred was so kind and friendly every time I saw him. Thinking of you with sympathy.

  45. Dorothy S. Roy

    Dear Adam we are so sorry to hear of your brothers passing. May he rest in peace.

    Love Mike and Sandy.

  46. Brian MacNutt and Karen Talbot

    To Fred’s family
    So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I worked with him at the mill. He was quite a character!

  47. Jim Minard

    Marie, Dianne, and family,
    I was saddened to read of Fred’s passing. Although I haven’t seen or spoken to Fred for many years, I have good memories of Fred. I spent one summer in Halifax with Fred while we were on a training course with the Reserves, good times were had by all.
    Jim Minard

  48. Darlene Joyce

    Marie and Fred’s family, I am so sorry for you loss. Please accept my sincere condolences. The love and support of family and friends will get you through this very difficult time. Take care.

  49. Vernon & Joyce Hawkes

    Marie and all Fred’s Family. We are very sorry for your loss
    Treasure the Memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  50. Patty Peach

    I would like to send my Sincere Condolences to all of Fred’s Family I spoke with Fred & had quite the yarns every time I saw him… He was such a great person & loved his family very very much… So sorry for your loss Marie
    RIP my dear friend Soar Like An Eagle
    Patty

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