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Dr. Frederick "Fred" Donnelly
October 27, 1946 ~ November 1, 2014 (age 68) 68 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Kathy & Mike Kelly, New Zealand
November 13, 2014 5:15 PM
Fred and Sandra,
Our most sincere condolences. Your mom and dad were best friends continuously from university and for almost 50 years. They are both very missed.
Mike and Kathy (& Meagan and Deirdre)
Our most sincere condolences. Your mom and dad were best friends continuously from university and for almost 50 years. They are both very missed.
Mike and Kathy (& Meagan and Deirdre)
Message from Angela Kippers
November 10, 2014 6:34 AM
Condolences to the Donnelly family. I worked with Fred when I was a features editor for the Telegraph-Journal. Fred was always pitching great ideas. You never knew what he'd write about, but it would always be interesting and was often so well-written, it just needed a headline. He always mentioned his family in any passing conversation. He will be missed. Love and prayers to family. Angela Kippers
Message from Thierry and Kathy Chopin
November 10, 2014 12:43 AM
Dear Sandra, James and family,
I was away and thought I had misread the announcement. How could Fred have bowed out of this world?
Fred was more than a Professor of British History... he knew French History pretty well too! He was also a Professor of Life and I so enjoyed talking with him in the hallway, the Faculty Club or at Tim Horton's. He was a gentleman and humanist.
I remember us talking with your father at the Imperial Theatre after he lost his wife/your mother. He was visibly shaken by this terribly unfortunate and unforeseen event and it was difficult to witness. But your father rebounded and it was a pleasure to see him with his projects of trips and columns to write on most diverse topics.
I believe Fred had become a Professor of Retirement Well-Lived; and I was taking notes...!
Please, accept our most sincere and deep condolences at this difficult time.
Thierry and Kathy Chopin
I was away and thought I had misread the announcement. How could Fred have bowed out of this world?
Fred was more than a Professor of British History... he knew French History pretty well too! He was also a Professor of Life and I so enjoyed talking with him in the hallway, the Faculty Club or at Tim Horton's. He was a gentleman and humanist.
I remember us talking with your father at the Imperial Theatre after he lost his wife/your mother. He was visibly shaken by this terribly unfortunate and unforeseen event and it was difficult to witness. But your father rebounded and it was a pleasure to see him with his projects of trips and columns to write on most diverse topics.
I believe Fred had become a Professor of Retirement Well-Lived; and I was taking notes...!
Please, accept our most sincere and deep condolences at this difficult time.
Thierry and Kathy Chopin
Message from Lynda & Dave Shaw
November 9, 2014 9:58 PM
Dear Sandra, James & families,
It was with such shock and sorrow we heard of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Dave & I both enjoyed a conversation with your Dad at UNBSJ's 50th Reunion Celebration recently. It was great to see him and we had our own reunion of sorts. He was always so pleasant to talk to and always made you feel he was glad to see you. He was indeed a very special man. We are away at this time and very sorry we are not able to pay our respects in person. We pray your Faith, family, friends and all your wonderful memories will help sustain you during the sad times.
With sincere sympathy & God's blessings,
Dave & Lynda Shaw
It was with such shock and sorrow we heard of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Dave & I both enjoyed a conversation with your Dad at UNBSJ's 50th Reunion Celebration recently. It was great to see him and we had our own reunion of sorts. He was always so pleasant to talk to and always made you feel he was glad to see you. He was indeed a very special man. We are away at this time and very sorry we are not able to pay our respects in person. We pray your Faith, family, friends and all your wonderful memories will help sustain you during the sad times.
With sincere sympathy & God's blessings,
Dave & Lynda Shaw
Message from Marcia Dysart
November 9, 2014 8:21 PM
I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your father. Holding you close in my thoughts and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember your father.
Message from Janice Carfoote
November 9, 2014 1:00 PM
Dear Sandra, James & family,
There is no words that can express how sorry we are to hear about the death of your dad. I know how difficult it must have been, especially with the passing of your mom a short time ago. How quickly time flies and more and more the reality of how precious our time here is. Lisa still remembers the trips to the museum with your dad when she was little. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Our love and sympathy are with you all.
Love,
Janice & Family
There is no words that can express how sorry we are to hear about the death of your dad. I know how difficult it must have been, especially with the passing of your mom a short time ago. How quickly time flies and more and more the reality of how precious our time here is. Lisa still remembers the trips to the museum with your dad when she was little. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Our love and sympathy are with you all.
Love,
Janice & Family
Message from James and Victoria Buchan
November 9, 2014 12:29 PM
Our sincerest condolences to James, Sandra and the rest of the Donnelly family. Fred was a great man and will be dearly missed. May you find strength and comfort in each other during this difficult time.
Message from Kyle Suttie
November 9, 2014 8:57 AM
I want to express my deepest sympathies to his family. During my time at UNBSJ I took many of Fred's courses. He had a way about him that brought a special energy to the material he taught. He taught me a deep love for the weird and wonderful parts of history.
He will be missed and I will remember whenever I see the Algonquin, an old British style seaside resort.
He will be missed and I will remember whenever I see the Algonquin, an old British style seaside resort.
Message from Paulette Stoddard
November 8, 2014 3:52 PM
It is with great sadness that I heard of Dr. Donnelly's passing. My sincere condolences to his family on their loss. I was a student of Dr. Donnelly's, having purposely taken all his courses in British History, and also knew him professionally as a staff member at UNB Saint John. I have such fond memories of him as a wonderful professor and gentleman. He certainly shaped and influenced the lives of many of the people he encountered through his life and will be missed.
Message from Mike Bradley Jr. & Elaheh
November 8, 2014 3:01 PM
Dear Sandra, James, and family,
We were so very shocked and saddened to get the news of Fred's passing. He was a wonderful person and a tremendous raconteur. Mike has many fond memories of his stories heard while attending the famous Christmas parties that he and Marilyn hosted; they remain memorable events of his youth. Elaheh also got to know Fred in recent visits and we had the opportunity to have lunch with him on one of our layovers in Toronto, when Fred was on his way to Florida. He was witty and charming as always and told many interesting tales of his recent travels. We were both very saddened to get this news and we can only send our very deepest condolences. Fred will be very much missed.
-Mike and Elaheh
We were so very shocked and saddened to get the news of Fred's passing. He was a wonderful person and a tremendous raconteur. Mike has many fond memories of his stories heard while attending the famous Christmas parties that he and Marilyn hosted; they remain memorable events of his youth. Elaheh also got to know Fred in recent visits and we had the opportunity to have lunch with him on one of our layovers in Toronto, when Fred was on his way to Florida. He was witty and charming as always and told many interesting tales of his recent travels. We were both very saddened to get this news and we can only send our very deepest condolences. Fred will be very much missed.
-Mike and Elaheh
Message from Irene Eliana Smith Alayon
November 8, 2014 2:07 PM
To Fred's family: I usually go to UNB Saint John in the spring/summer intersession. Fred was one of the nicest and kindest people I met there and held with him very long and interesting conversations. I will miss him. My heartfelt condolences to his family. Sincerely, Irene Smith
Message from Steve Turner
November 8, 2014 2:01 PM
During our years together in the History Departments at UNB, Fred in Saint John and I in Fredericton, I never came away from any conversation with Fred on any topic that wasn't informative, stimulating, and pleasurable. Fred had original ideas and opinions, and an affable, engaging way of bringing others into the circle of his thinking. He was one of those rare individuals that you always look forward to meeting and talking to, and from whose conversation you always came away feeling good. Condolences to his family, his UNBSJ colleagues, and his many friends.
Steve Turner
Steve Turner
Message from Greville and Joan Johnston
November 8, 2014 8:29 AM
Dear Sandra and James,
Our thoughts are with you at this time. You have our deepest sympathy. Please accept our condolences.
Uncle Greville and Joan
Our thoughts are with you at this time. You have our deepest sympathy. Please accept our condolences.
Uncle Greville and Joan
Message from Tammy & David Crowley
November 8, 2014 8:17 AM
Sandra and family,
We're so sorry for your loss. You are and will be in our thoughts.
We're so sorry for your loss. You are and will be in our thoughts.
Message from Pat & Marg Gallagher
November 8, 2014 8:10 AM
Sandra & James,
We were shocked to hear from Shane that your Father died so suddenly. We want to extend our sincere condolences and let you know we are thinking about you at this sad time. You may find some consolation in knowing that your Mum & Dad are together again.
Pat & Marg Gallagher
We were shocked to hear from Shane that your Father died so suddenly. We want to extend our sincere condolences and let you know we are thinking about you at this sad time. You may find some consolation in knowing that your Mum & Dad are together again.
Pat & Marg Gallagher
Message from chris and dayle doran
November 7, 2014 11:52 PM
When I first arrived at UNB, Fred was one of the first people to welcome me with open arms. Our mutual interest in 'working class history' ensured that our friendship would sustain itself ever since. Even to this day, his research into the 'Sheffield Riot against the 1832 Anatomy act' is a classic in its field; and I found myself re-visiting it just this summer. This scholarship, coupled with his obvious charm, affability and intellectual curiousity, made him a simply wonderful colleague. Our deepest sympathies are extended to Sandra, James and families.
Message from Rick and Charis Tobias
November 7, 2014 2:16 PM
We are thinking of you all as you prepare for visitation tonight and tomorrow and are holding you tight in our hearts. I (Charis) will see you on Sunday.
Big hugs.
Big hugs.
Message from Robert MacKinnon
November 7, 2014 12:52 PM
Dear Sandra,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family on the sudden loss of your father. Fred contributed significantly to the life of the Saint John campus and the community at large in a myriad of ways. He will be sorely missed by many in the community, including us.
Robert and Karen MacKinnon
Our deepest condolences to you and your family on the sudden loss of your father. Fred contributed significantly to the life of the Saint John campus and the community at large in a myriad of ways. He will be sorely missed by many in the community, including us.
Robert and Karen MacKinnon
Message from Stewart Hyson
November 7, 2014 10:56 AM
Fred will be fondly remembered for always having time to stop by, and have a friendly chat about anything and everything. He was a true friend. My deepest condolences go to his family.
Message from Catherine
November 6, 2014 11:50 PM
Dear Sandra and family and James and family:
I was absolutely shocked to get the news from Keith and your Grandmother. Both your parents in such a short space of time. Now Mum and Dad are together again. My thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult and trying time.
Take care of yourself and be strong,
Catherine
I was absolutely shocked to get the news from Keith and your Grandmother. Both your parents in such a short space of time. Now Mum and Dad are together again. My thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult and trying time.
Take care of yourself and be strong,
Catherine
Message from Jeff Kearns
November 6, 2014 10:20 PM
My condolences to his friends and family. I was one of the small number of graduates students in SJ during his tenure as Assistant Dean and he was always a great help in dealing with the head office as well as trying to raise the profile of our campus. His contributions in all areas are something to be proud of and remembered.
Message from Tanya Pitt
November 6, 2014 9:02 PM
I want to wish Dr. Donnelly's family my condolences. I worked with Dr. Donnelly for the last 16 years, and most recently this summer when he volunteered to work with advising the new Arts students even though he was retired. His passion for history and the students was always present! His presence in the halls at UNB Saint John will be missed. Take care of one another at this difficult time.
Message from Ann-Marie LeClair-Johnstone
November 6, 2014 4:33 PM
Sandra, James and families
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's unexpected passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad's unexpected passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Message from Derrick & Janet & Mackenzie Walsh
November 6, 2014 2:27 PM
Dear Sandra, James and family,
We are sorry to lose a wonderful neighbour. We have been on the other side of the hedge for the past 17 years.
Our sincere sympathy to you and Fred will be sadly missed by all.
Derrick & Janet & Mackenzie
We are sorry to lose a wonderful neighbour. We have been on the other side of the hedge for the past 17 years.
Our sincere sympathy to you and Fred will be sadly missed by all.
Derrick & Janet & Mackenzie
Message from Lucy WIlson
November 6, 2014 11:02 AM
I thought I must have misread the name: how could Fred have died? I was just talking to him a few days ago! I want to express my condolences to friends and family. I had Fred as a professor in my first year at UNBSJ in 1980, when he was "that new history professor", and I have known him ever since. He was always helpful, always had some interesting fact to share, always had some idea to follow up on. We had many, many chats in the corridor. He will be missed.
Message from Phyllis Knox
November 6, 2014 9:22 AM
Dear Sandra, I don't know if you remember me, you were a teenager and budding singer when I knew you. I just wanted to let you know how very sorry I was to hear of your gentle father passing away. Yvonne Bradley let me know.
I got to know Fred during the few years I worked at the UNBSJ library in the early 80's. I remember him always as consummately kind and gracious, and so quietly funny. I loved that Irish spark of mischievousness in his eye while he always maintained the demeanor of a wise-owl!
I am so very sorry for your loss. Yours, Phyllis Knox, Ottawa
I got to know Fred during the few years I worked at the UNBSJ library in the early 80's. I remember him always as consummately kind and gracious, and so quietly funny. I loved that Irish spark of mischievousness in his eye while he always maintained the demeanor of a wise-owl!
I am so very sorry for your loss. Yours, Phyllis Knox, Ottawa
Message from Murray Beesley
November 5, 2014 10:23 PM
sincincere condolences
Message from Merzik and Thanaa Kamel
November 5, 2014 9:11 PM
We are shocked to hear the news of Fred's death. He will be missed by his family, friends, and colleagues. Our deepest sympathy to his family and our prayers are with them during this difficult time.
Message from Robin Sutherland & Don Desserud
November 5, 2014 5:36 PM
Dear Sandra & Stephen ~
Don and I were so terribly sad to hear the news of Fred's passing. He was one of the first people Don met at UNBSJ, and was a great colleague for many years. And I always remember Fred as the person I made sure to sit next to at departmental potlucks. He had usually just returned from somewhere interesting, and could be counted on for the best stories. We feel privileged to have known him!
Don and I were so terribly sad to hear the news of Fred's passing. He was one of the first people Don met at UNBSJ, and was a great colleague for many years. And I always remember Fred as the person I made sure to sit next to at departmental potlucks. He had usually just returned from somewhere interesting, and could be counted on for the best stories. We feel privileged to have known him!
Message from Rev. Dr. Mark G. McKim
November 5, 2014 4:23 PM
As an undergraduate at UNBSJ in the 1980's I took several courses from Dr. Donnelly in British and European history. He was a superb teacher and engaging lecturer for whom I had much respect. I am saddened to learn of his passing.
Message from Miriam Jones, President, AUNBT
November 5, 2014 4:19 PM
On behalf of AUNBT please allow me to extend condolences to Fred's family and friends. Fred was a long-standing AUNBT activist in a number of capacities and he will be sorely missed. His energy, commitment, and perseverence were evident in everything he did.
Message from Kathy Hamer
November 5, 2014 3:15 PM
As the Saint John campus celebrates its 50th anniversary, Fred will be remembered with gratitude, respect, and affection as one of those who contributed so much to its development. I will always remember him for his engagement with issues both on campus and beyond, for his integrity as a teacher and scholar, and his love of discovery through travel. He will be greatly missed in the life of the university and the community. My deepest sympathy to his family at this time of such sudden loss.
Kathy Hamer
Kathy Hamer
Message from Mary Scott
November 5, 2014 2:59 PM
Sandra, I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please accept my condolences.
Message from Marie Anne & Derek Philipps (New Zealand)
November 5, 2014 2:57 PM
Dear Sandra, James and families, we were very saddened to learn from Keith of Fred's sudden and unexpected passing - our thoughts and prayers are with you all and also with Fred's family. Take comfort in the knowledge that Fred is now with your beautiful Mom, Marilyn. We have the lovely memory of their visit to us in New Zealand 10 years ago and my many childhood memories of growing up with Marilyn in Trinidad.
Thinking of you all from far off New Zealand,
Marie Anne & Derek
Thinking of you all from far off New Zealand,
Marie Anne & Derek
Message from carl snd wanda myers
November 5, 2014 2:51 PM
Our deepest sympathies to Sandra and James and their families. We were neighbours and have so many great memories . Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Message from Dee Stubbs-Lee
November 5, 2014 2:51 PM
Sandra and family,
My deepest condolences on this sad news. Dr. Donnelly was one of my first profs at UNBSJ many years ago, and helped inspire my ongoing interest in British history, and of course I've known him through his connections with the museum more recently. I know he will be deeply missed by many people.
Dee
My deepest condolences on this sad news. Dr. Donnelly was one of my first profs at UNBSJ many years ago, and helped inspire my ongoing interest in British history, and of course I've known him through his connections with the museum more recently. I know he will be deeply missed by many people.
Dee
Message from Susan Montague
November 5, 2014 2:49 PM
Fred was one of the bright lights of UNB--knowledgeable, affable, thoughtful and accomplished. It was a pleasure to know and work with him. I admired his writing, particularly those pieces carried on the back page of the Chronicle of Higher Education, where his sense of humour shone. He exemplified all that is good and fine in an academic community. My sincere condolences to his family. We have lost a special friend.
Message from David Bell
November 5, 2014 2:08 PM
Fred was a great friend of UNB and AUNBT. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Message from Janet Fraser
November 5, 2014 1:53 PM
My sympathy to Fred's children and grandchildren. Like many, I was fond of Fred and enjoyed a number of stimulating conversations with him. He took a genuine interest in the Library and was a very supportive person. I felt so sorry when he lost his lovely wife Marilyn, and I can't believe he is gone. I saw him several times in September when he enthusiastically participated in the Fahrenheit 451 One Book campaign, and generously took Sam Weller out for drinks.
Message from Muriel Donnelly Whitlock
November 5, 2014 1:52 PM
To my dear families,Sandra,James,Graham and Malcom. I am so very sorry for your great loss and want you to know my prayers and thoughts are with you all. I am so lad that my sisters and I were able to visit with both your Mom and Dad at the reunion a few years ago, and happy memories of that time spent with them, with much love ,your cousin Muriel
Message from Linda and Greg Kealey
November 5, 2014 1:47 PM
To family and friends of Fred as well as his colleagues at UNBSJ:
Fred was always affable and engaged which was much appreciated by his Fredericton colleagues. So glad he had time to do the travel he loved. His passing was much too soon and unexpected. Condolences to all from Fredericton.
Fred was always affable and engaged which was much appreciated by his Fredericton colleagues. So glad he had time to do the travel he loved. His passing was much too soon and unexpected. Condolences to all from Fredericton.
Message from Ken Craft and Katherine Biggs-Craft
November 5, 2014 1:29 PM
Our deepest condolences. Fred taught Katherine in the early 80s and Ken saw him on campus weekly. Fred always had entertaining stories to tell to liven the classroom and the Faculty-Staff Club. He will deeply missed.
Message from Tim and Hope Alderson
November 5, 2014 12:38 PM
Please accept our condolences. Fred will certainly be missed by many. We enjoyed and learned so much from our lunch-time chats. We are deeply sorry.
Message from Barry King
November 5, 2014 11:45 AM
My sincere sympathy to the Family.Both parent I enjoyed their visits
Message from Luisa Montoya
November 5, 2014 11:39 AM
I want to wish Dr. Donnelly's family my deep condolences. I had the fortune to work with him during my time as student abroad coordinator. Dr. Donnelly's passion for his students and for the University of New Brunswick Saint John was immense. His work and contributions to the university community were a testament of his determination and work ethic.
Message from Ray Small
November 5, 2014 11:27 AM
I worked with Fred for the past 16 years. I truly enjoyed his drop in visits to talk about his latest writing project or the latest article in the TJ that might impact what I do here in computer support. You will be missed everyday on our campus. My condolences.
Message from Jeannie
November 5, 2014 11:10 AM
Prof. Donnelly was an inspiration to his students with his vast knowledge of history and the sheer passion for it. I enjoyed everyone of his classes. Condolences go out to his family.
Message from obed Nkunzimana
November 5, 2014 10:35 AM
Dear friend and and colleague, Fred:
I will always remember the smart and lively conversations we had in my office about all kinds of subjects both local and international. Rest in peace and my sincere condolences to all your family in these painful times of bereavement. ON
I will always remember the smart and lively conversations we had in my office about all kinds of subjects both local and international. Rest in peace and my sincere condolences to all your family in these painful times of bereavement. ON
Message from Jonathan Bruce
November 5, 2014 9:44 AM
I am deeply saddened to hear of Fred's passing. He was an excellent teacher and a great mentor to me. One of my favourite things was to discuss British History with him following class time; in a way, he didn't stop teaching me, even after the lessons had ended! He encouraged me to explore and seek out new places. You will be missed, Fred.
Message from Kelvin Assoy
November 5, 2014 9:22 AM
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Fred.
Message from Michelle Cummings
November 5, 2014 9:04 AM
Sandra, you have my heartfelt condolences- you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers
Message from Michael Bradley and Fam Loutfi
November 5, 2014 9:00 AM
We were very surprised to hear of Fred’s death. He seemed so vital. We knew he was coping with the sudden loss of his wife, but whatever the heartaches he put on a brave face. His conversation was engaging and his demeanor positive. We assumed that Fred would be an interesting and engaging fellow traveler for many years hence. Of course, the shock to his family must be immense. We can only express our condolences and wish them well in the future.
Fam and Mike
Fam and Mike
Message from Frederick Blair Donnelly
November 5, 2014 3:08 AM
Please add Blair & Lyse
Message from Greg Marquis
November 5, 2014 12:23 AM
My wife Donna and I forward our sympathies to Fred's daughter and son and their spouses, Fred's siblings and their families, and Marilyn's family. Fred was a major force at UNBSJ and he never lost his passion for his profession and for life. He was proud of his Department and his campus and was positive in his dealings with people. I still remember many of his words of wisdom and humorous stories. I admired his 'globetrotting' ways and his zest for new knowledge and new experiences. He was one of the hardoworking veterans who helped make UNBSk what it is today. That is a legacy of which to be proud.
Message from Kenny Liz Chang On
November 4, 2014 11:05 PM
So sorry to hear of your Dad's sudden demise, our heartfelt sympathy to you, James and the entire Families. May the Good Lord comfort you at this time, may he rest in peace.
All our love and God's Blessings always,
Ken and Liz Chang On
All our love and God's Blessings always,
Ken and Liz Chang On
Message from Bonnie Craft
November 4, 2014 10:41 PM
Sandra, I am saddened to hear of your Dad's passing and my prayers and heart go out to you at this difficult time. Very sorry for your loss.
Message from Peter Conley
November 4, 2014 10:23 PM
I would like to share my condolences with Sandra and James on the loss of their father. Dr. Donnelly was one of my favorite history professors while at UNB. He had such an enthusiasm for British history, and I always enjoyed his classroom storytelling (sometimes it was his own life experiences, other times it was historical events he described in his own words). He always expressed an interest in our work and was willing to chat about our interests, even after I graduated. It's profs like him that made earning my degree so much fun. I will miss him very much.
Message from Gennalyn Hicks
November 4, 2014 9:36 PM
I took my first History courses at UNBSJ with Dr. Fred Donnelly, he was one of the greatest professors I ever had. Dr. Donnelly had such a passion for teaching and he had unique ability for telling stories, he will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy to his family on Dr. Donnelly's sudden passing.
Message from Paul D. DONNELLY
November 4, 2014 9:24 PM
Designers Choice was sent by pddonnelly@cgocable.ca.
Sincere condolences to Graham, Malcolm, Sandra, James and families. Memories and thoughts from cousins Brian (Sue) Donnelly and Paul (Céline) Donnelly.
Message from Bernard & Elizabeth Cormier
November 4, 2014 8:55 PM
Dear Sandra & Family,
We were very saddened to learn of your father's passing and extend our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to you for your loss. Our caring thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. "Death ends a life, but it can never end a relationship."
Most sincerely,
We were very saddened to learn of your father's passing and extend our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to you for your loss. Our caring thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. "Death ends a life, but it can never end a relationship."
Most sincerely,
Message from Wendy Matheson
November 4, 2014 8:23 PM
I was so sorry to hear of Fred's passing! He was one of our customers. Fred knew of my interest in history, and we had many interesting conversations when I had my stall in the City Market (he'd also visited the store several times). He even went to the trouble of printing one of his columns, "Why Novelists Make Such Great Spies", and bringing it to me (I still have it!). The last time I saw Fred was at the Big Brothers Book Sale in Brunswick Square in August...we showed off our finds. Fred was a true gentleman, and a man of many stories. We will miss him!
Wendy Matheson
(Dave Shoots, Bookseller)
Wendy Matheson
(Dave Shoots, Bookseller)
Message from Bonnie Sudul
November 4, 2014 6:26 PM
Dear Sandra, James and Family,
I have had the pleasure of working with your Father for the past 14 years. Fred touched so many many lives. His unfailing concern and helpfulness towards his students will be missed. Colleagues and friends will also miss him stopping by for a quick visit, or receiving a thoughtful e-mail or link to an article that he thought we would enjoy. I’m grateful that I had the chance to know him as both a colleague and cherished friend. Fred truly was a gentleman and a scholar! He will be sorely missed by all. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
With Heartfelt Sympathy, Bonnie Sudul
I have had the pleasure of working with your Father for the past 14 years. Fred touched so many many lives. His unfailing concern and helpfulness towards his students will be missed. Colleagues and friends will also miss him stopping by for a quick visit, or receiving a thoughtful e-mail or link to an article that he thought we would enjoy. I’m grateful that I had the chance to know him as both a colleague and cherished friend. Fred truly was a gentleman and a scholar! He will be sorely missed by all. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
With Heartfelt Sympathy, Bonnie Sudul
Message from fred chantiam
November 4, 2014 6:19 PM
Sandra & James ( plus your husband and wife and kids ) . I have been in the family for 40 years ! Fred and I shared the same 1st name ( spelt the same way as his ) as brothers- in -laws ! He was more of a book worm than me ! I was always the funny / partying guy ! Annette and I send our sincere condolences to the entire Donnelly and Johnston families ....Love all ! RIP - Fred
Message from David Charters
November 4, 2014 5:54 PM
Fred, I'm very sorry to see you go, far too soon. You embodied the very essence of "a gentleman and a scholar".
Message from Carolyn Radcliffe
November 4, 2014 5:42 PM
Well, UNBSJ and the community has lost a great mind and great professor. I took several of his courses in my undergraduate experience and always loved his lectures. I found his talks on the history of sports, leisure and labour very interesting. I remember too, one time when he did me a huge favour. It was the night before the deadline for grad school applications and the professor I was expecting to get a letter of reference from ended up forgetting or something, and I very last minute asked Mr. Donnelly if he could help me out and miraculously he did. He was a very nice man. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing and extend my condolences to his family.
Message from Dawnie and Buck
November 4, 2014 5:33 PM
Sandra and James, you and your families are in our hearts and prayers at this very sad time with the loss of your Dad. Fred was special and we felt close to him as we do with both of you. Dawnie and Buck
Message from Gina Wilklins
November 4, 2014 5:19 PM
This is such very sad news! Fred was one of the first professors I met when I started to work as UNBSJ's Director of Community Relations in September, 1989. I worked with him on a number of projects and always enjoyed his insight, humour and attention to detail. Like Cheryl has said, it is difficult to imagine UNBSJ without Dr. Donnelly. Deepest condolences to James, Sandra and Stephen and their families, to Fred's UNB family and to his many friends and colleagues around the world.
Message from Joseph & Claire Robichaud
November 4, 2014 4:54 PM
We are sorry to loose a wonderful neighbour and friend.
Our sincere sympathy to Sandra, James and Fred and Maralin's grandchildren.
Fred will be sadly missed by all of you.
Our sincere sympathy to Sandra, James and Fred and Maralin's grandchildren.
Fred will be sadly missed by all of you.
Message from Robert Moore
November 4, 2014 4:43 PM
Dear Sandra, Stephen & Family,
My deepest sympathies. We're in Prague until late Sunday and will miss the service, but I wanted you to know how much I admired your father.I met Fred in 1990 when I first arrived at UNBSJ, and he struck me then, as he continued to do, as a genuine gentleman scholar. He was one of the most curious and involved scholars I've ever met, an example to us all. The world is a much smaller place without him in it. Best, Robert and Judith.
My deepest sympathies. We're in Prague until late Sunday and will miss the service, but I wanted you to know how much I admired your father.I met Fred in 1990 when I first arrived at UNBSJ, and he struck me then, as he continued to do, as a genuine gentleman scholar. He was one of the most curious and involved scholars I've ever met, an example to us all. The world is a much smaller place without him in it. Best, Robert and Judith.
Message from Cheryl Fury
November 4, 2014 4:24 PM
I took a course with Fred as an MA student at UNBF and later, we were colleagues. My first teaching job was to take over one of Fred's courses so he could perform administrative duties for UNBSJ. Even though he was retired, I'm used to seeing him on campus & having a chat about British history in the hallways. I can't imagine the place without Fred. He will be missed! Deepest sympathies to his family on Fred's sudden passing.
Message from Tom Goud
November 4, 2014 4:02 PM
My sincerest sympathies to Sandra, James, and all of Fred's family. Fred's energy and enthusiasm, as well as his many stories will be sorely missed.
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