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DOIRON, Frederick “Fred”

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On Saturday, April 15, 2023, at the age of 65, Fred Doiron passed away unexpectedly in Kelowna, BC while surrounded by his family.  He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Shannon; his children Nicole, Shelby, and Morgan; as well as Kathy Langton, Steve McDonald, and family. He will also be missed by his constant canine companions, Penny (his 3-legged dog) and Harley, and his grand-dogs, Mav, Meeks, Clover, and Leggo, will miss him too.

Fred had a rough start to life, made some “questionable” choices, learned from them and then made a choice to “do better”; and, he did.  He was headed to California when he stopped in White Rock and met his “forever gal”. They married 10 months later.  Two opposites, that many said would never make it, but sure proved them all wrong, their love lasted 33 years, to the very end and beyond!

The most social “anti-social” person we ever met, Fred was the “neighbourhood watch” and the “professional mover” everyone called on, but, never collected the beer and pizza that was the usual payment. He was a loyal, determined, humble, self-made man and was beyond generous.  He was the most dedicated family man. His girls were his world, and his home was his castle.  He knew he was loved and adored by us and was proud of the life he had and content.  The world has lost an amazing and humble man.

There are not enough words to say how much Fred impacted other lives during his brief life.  We only hope he knew how much he was loved and respected by everyone who met him. He wasn’t everyone’s cup of tea or shot of whisky, but he did his best to be a provider for anyone who came into his life, in whatever way was needed.

His memory will live on through his family and friends forever.

Our Love, always and forever, to the best husband and dad.

A private family service was held on Saturday, April 22, 2023 to honour Fred. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation, www.kidney.ca.

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  • Julie White says:
    May 2, 2023 at 8:03 pm

    Shannon and family..
    We are so heartbroken for you. We honestly hope that the sweet memories you have had with Fred over the years will help heal your broken hearts. We are thinking about you and praying for you. All the love in the world to you as you try to navigate life without him. Love, Julie, Mark, and Savannah. The White-Roseborough family

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  • Debbie and Ian says:
    May 2, 2023 at 8:32 pm

    Beautiful said guys. A kinder more thoughtful man you would never meet. Nomatter what he was going through he would be the first to say what do u need and how can I help. He adored all of u so very much and worked so hard to give you all the very best. He will be so missed by so many. Your kindness and friendship will live on in all of us Fred. Rest well and pain free at last. We will cherish your memory always. 💔❤️

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  • Diane says:
    May 2, 2023 at 9:42 pm

    A great man who loved his wife (Shannon) and his girls were his life
    We loved h deary

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  • Alex Nelson says:
    May 3, 2023 at 12:15 am

    Here is a vivid memory I have of Fred….there are many but this one takes the cake. Massive sewer backup at an employees home. We have to move a fridge, freezer, bookshelves…..literally swimming in shit. This man, being the most DIRECT, NO F***S given, SUPPORTIVE, and strategic mother f*cker…
    Says “Better scoop it out before they pump it and we loose buoyancy!
    WHAT!? Haha he wasnt wrong . He was the best. He raised a family of strong ass women and was a beautiful human to anyone he met as long as you also had a good heart! I always felt love and support from him not only for me but my own children! The industry was lucky to have him and he will be greatly missed! Rest easy you stubborn kind and wonderful MF ♥️🤣

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  • Wendy Trudel says:
    May 3, 2023 at 10:28 am

    So sorry for this great loss, this will be a big hole in our family. I sill miss my cousin, I remember when we came for your wedding 💒 it was a beautiful day. May God keep in in his loving arms and give you strength to navigate your life now. He will always be with you ❤ love you and the girls Shannon 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Love Wendy and Paul

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  • David Watling says:
    May 3, 2023 at 3:58 pm

    So sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathies from David and Elizabeth Watling

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  • The Goebel Family says:
    May 4, 2023 at 4:00 pm

    Dearest Shannon and Girls, no words can express our sympathies for your loss. Your husband and father was and is an inspiration for his generous, caring and giving ways. He will be missed by every life he touched with his kindness. May you find peace and comfort in knowing how much he was loved and the love he gave to you his family for many years. May your faith give you comfort, he walks with the angels. Robert, Shirley, Adam (Alicia),Maddie (Trevor)

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  • Marion Heaslip says:
    May 5, 2023 at 2:24 pm

    Dear Shannon and all the Family,
    I am very sorry for your great loss of your dear husband and father. I hope that in time the sweet memories of him will be a comfort to you. My sincere condolences and prayers for you.
    Marion Heaslip

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  • caroline krenn says:
    November 25, 2023 at 2:36 pm

    Shannon and family our deepest sympathies! I had been thinking of Fred and yourself for many months this year not knowing that Fred had died. You had a very good husband and father for your children. One could tell that he loved you all. Take care. Murray, Caroline and Family

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