Fred Babbie passed away peacefully at Toronto Western Hospital with his family at his side on Wednesday November 3rd in his 80th year.

Born and raised in Toronto, he attended Humberside Collegiate (’58) and University of Toronto, Engineering (’62) and MBA York University (’69). He loved being active, rowing being a particular passion. He always approached life with grit and determination. Fred enjoyed a long career in the Health Care field in many capacities retiring in 2013 from Complete Purchasing Services (ARAMARK). He served on many boards over the years but was most inspired by the work he did for the Ukrainian Care Centre. Fred met his wife Marika in 1967 and they just celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary on November 1st. Fred was an avid traveler experiencing the world and his zest for life with his wife, children and friends. He was most at home gazing out on the lake or raking leaves at the cottage at Eight Mile Point on Lake Simcoe. A devoted husband, father and grandfather and friend to many; Fred loved to spend time watching his grandkids at the cottage. He was predeceased by his parents Fred Babbie and Paulina Prestyko. He will be missed by his wife Marika (nee Kowal); his children Fred Babbie Jr (Marlena) , Lara Babbie , Michael Babbie (Julie); his grandchildren Mason, Emma, Sophia and Zayn and his sister Lynda (Doug) and niece Tara. He spent his days looking for knowledge and could always be counted on for a great conversation. Until the next time we talk.

We are thankful for the great nurses, doctors and support staff at Toronto Western Hospital for their care until the end.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Ukrainian Care Centre, in his honor (http://www.stdemetrius.ca/donate).

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The family will receive friends at the Turner and Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. W., Toronto, on Sunday, November 7th, 2021 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. with a private family funeral to follow on Monday November 8th, 2021. To register for the visitation or leave condolences, please visit www.turnerporter.ca.