Robert Edward Freill

The family of Bob Freill mourn the passing of a loving husband, father and grandfather, which occurred on Friday May 15, 2021 at St. John-St. Stephen Nursing Home. Born in Montreal, PQ on June 9th of 1947, he was the son of the late James Edward and Kathleen Estelle (Gilmour) Freill (formerly of Montreal and Ontario). Bob was ordained as Permanent Deacon by Bishop Arthur Gilbert in 1979 and worked for the Bishop in many Parishes and capacities until his retirement in 2010. Deacon Bob served on many committees, local, provincial and national boards in leadership roles including Scouts of Canada. Those who knew and loved Deacon Bob will miss him forever.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 53 years, Margaret (Mowry) Freill of Saint John; children Sean Freill  (Donna Fleras) of Ottawa, ON,  Moira Rees (Jamie) of Rusagonis, NB, Bryan Freill (Jennifer Mercer) of ACT Australia, Liam Freill (Sara Nicol) of Saint John and Deirdre Freill (Gerry Lewis) of Montreal, PQ;  grandchildren Emma, Molly, Ben, Sunny, Frankie, Teghan, Maryn, Rowyn and Fintan; brother Peter Freill (Linda) of Oakville, ON;  several cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road. (646-2424). Due to the current pandemic and travel restrictions; celebration of Bob’s life will be held at a later date. Following cremation a graveside service will be held on Tuesday May 18th from Fundy Funeral Home to St. Joseph’s Cemetery 327 Westmorland Road Funeral procession to depart at 1:50 p.m. Graveside to be held at 2:00 p.m.

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