I am very, very distressed to learn of the passing of our favourite, "Bionic Man." Fred was a wonderful guy whom all of our group enjoyed as he was always happy and upbeat no matter what was going on regarding his health.
Never had I known anyone who had had more serious health issues and was always so positive and ready to go with the rest of the group with a huge smile on his face.
On On, Bionic man and farewell until we see you at the next HHHH run in Heaven.
Commander Thom
Thank you for always making us laugh Mr. Babbie. You were an amazing friend and Father to Lara and I will always be envious of your unbelievable “father/daughter” trips together. I feel very lucky to have known you. You will be greatly missed!
My deepest condolences to Marika and Fred's kids! He will be greatly missed. I'll miss our conversations and hearing about all his ailments. I am sorry I'll not be able to attend his service, as I am in Mexico.
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of Fred. May the many beautiful memories help you through these difficult times.
Sincerely, Karen & Bob, Amanda & Connor & family, Shannon & Brandon
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing…we talked and saw each other every year since we met in 1958, either in Toronto, Florida, Montreal, Edmonton or at our cottage or his on Lake Simcoe.
Fred was called “Uncle Fred” by our 3 children and our extended family loved him.
We both attended special occasions for each other’s family.
Grace and I will miss him dearly.
Our thoughts are with Marika, Fred Jr., Marlena, Michael, Julie and Lara.
Dave and Grace Aplin and family.