Frederick “Fred” Andrew McNaught

(Donated to Canadian Tire Jumpstart)

My Uncle Fred: everyone is sitting around the dinner table, having an obligatory, post-Christmas feast chat, and he pulls me out of the room and says he needs to show me something. I follow him into the kitchen, and he pulls out a deck of cards and says he is going to teach me a trick. The excitement in his eyes is contagious; you can tell he’s taught this trick before but he’s still thrilled about teaching it again. He shows me how we’re going to fool everyone into thinking that he can read my mind. So, we go back into the dining room, and fool everyone we do. Fred has the whole crowd going, and the room is his. As a young teenager, I remember thinking how cool this guy was, interrupting a bunch of talking to do something fun. I still love that trick, but I know the true magic was his spirit. Always kind and always generous, he will be dearly missed.

My Uncle Fred: everyone is sitting around the dinner table, having an obligatory, post-Christmas feast chat, and he pulls me out of the room and says he needs to show me something. I follow him into the kitchen, and he pulls out a deck of cards and says he is going to teach me a trick. The excitement in his eyes is contagious; you can tell he’s taught this trick before but he’s still thrilled about teaching it again. He shows me how we’re going to fool everyone into thinking that he can read my mind. So, we go back into the dining room, and fool everyone we do. Fred has the whole crowd going, and the room is his. As a young teenager, I remember thinking how cool this guy was, interrupting a bunch of talking to do something fun. I still love that trick, but I know the true magic was his spirit. Always kind and always generous, he will be dearly missed.

My Uncle Fred: everyone is sitting around the dinner table, having an obligatory, post-Christmas feast chat, and he pulls me out of the room and says he needs to show me something. I follow him into the kitchen, and he pulls out a deck of cards and says he is going to teach me a trick. The excitement in his eyes is contagious; you can tell he’s taught this trick before but he’s still thrilled about teaching it again. He shows me how we’re going to fool everyone into thinking that he can read my mind. So, we go back into the dining room, and fool everyone we do. Fred has the whole crowd going, and the room is his. As a young teenager, I remember thinking how cool this guy was, interrupting a bunch of talking to do something fun. I still love that trick, but I know the true magic was his spirit. Always kind and always generous, he will be dearly missed.

My Uncle Fred: everyone is sitting around the dinner table, having an obligatory, post-Christmas feast chat, and he pulls me out of the room and says he needs to show me something. I follow him into the kitchen, and he pulls out a deck of cards and says he is going to teach me a trick. The excitement in his eyes is contagious; you can tell he’s taught this trick before but he’s still thrilled about teaching it again. He shows me how we’re going to fool everyone into thinking that he can read my mind. So, we go back into the dining room, and fool everyone we do. Fred has the whole crowd going, and the room is his. As a young teenager, I remember thinking how cool this guy was, interrupting a bunch of talking to do something fun. I still love that trick, but I know the true magic was his spirit. Always kind and always generous, he will be dearly missed.

My Uncle Fred: everyone is sitting around the dinner table, having an obligatory, post-Christmas feast chat, and he pulls me out of the room and says he needs to show me something. I follow him into the kitchen, and he pulls out a deck of cards and says he is going to teach me a trick. The excitement in his eyes is contagious; you can tell he’s taught this trick before but he’s still thrilled about teaching it again. He shows me how we’re going to fool everyone into thinking that he can read my mind. So, we go back into the dining room, and fool everyone we do. Fred has the whole crowd going, and the room is his. As a young teenager, I remember thinking how cool this guy was, interrupting a bunch of talking to do something fun. I still love that trick, but I know the true magic was his spirit. Always kind and always generous, he will be dearly missed.

My Uncle Fred: everyone is sitting around the dinner table, having an obligatory, post-Christmas feast chat, and he pulls me out of the room and says he needs to show me something. I follow him into the kitchen, and he pulls out a deck of cards and says he is going to teach me a trick. The excitement in his eyes is contagious; you can tell he’s taught this trick before but he’s still thrilled about teaching it again. He shows me how we’re going to fool everyone into thinking that he can read my mind. So, we go back into the dining room, and fool everyone we do. Fred has the whole crowd going, and the room is his. As a young teenager, I remember thinking how cool this guy was, interrupting a bunch of talking to do something fun. I still love that trick, but I know the true magic was his spirit. Always kind and always generous, he will be dearly missed.

Elaine, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones at this time. May you find peace through the fond memories you have of Dearest Fred.

So sorry to hear the passing of Mr. McNaught. He was my teacher at Northern Collegiate from 1965-69. I remembered him being an excellent teacher and making learning fun. My condolences.

(Donated to LOFT Community Services)

(Donated to LOFT Community Services)

I am sorry for your loss

(Donated to Canadian Tire Jumpstart)

(Donated to Canadian Tire Jumpstart)

(Donated to Canadian Tire Jumpstart)

(Donated to Canadian Tire Jumpstart)

(Donated to Canadian Tire Jumpstart)

(Donated to Canadian Tire Jumpstart)

(Donated to LOFT Community Services)

(Donated to Canadian Tire Jumpstart)

(Donated to Canadian Tire Jumpstart)

(Donated to LOFT Community Services)

My Uncle Fred: everyone is sitting around the dinner table, having an obligatory, post-Christmas feast chat, and he pulls me out of the room and says he needs to show me something. I follow him into the kitchen, and he pulls out a deck of cards and says he is going to teach me a trick. The excitement in his eyes is contagious; you can tell he’s taught this trick before but he’s still thrilled about teaching it again. He shows me how we’re going to fool everyone into thinking that he can read my mind. So, we go back into the dining room, and fool everyone we do. Fred has the whole crowd going, and the room is his. As a young teenager, I remember thinking how cool this guy was, interrupting a bunch of talking to do something fun. I still love that trick, but I know the true magic was his spirit. Always kind and always generous, he will be dearly missed.

I am so sad to hear of Fred's passing. I also knew his Mother and Father's family quite well. My family, the Jamiesons, were with the McNaughts in New Brunswick and Sarnia. Elspeth Jamieson Withers, London

Susan, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Deepest sympathy, Lesley Stone

Sincere condolences from Dave and Jan McMullen, and family. Rest in peace dear uncle Fred.

We are missing our Brother and Uncle so very much ... He was a shining star in our lives and will be in our memories and hearts forever.

Our deepest condolences . In our thoughts and prayers.

Elaine I'm so terribly sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time.

Dear Elaine, Deb, Susan, Fraser and all your loved ones. I have been in touch with my girls and boys reliving the times spent together with their Uncle Fred over the years, but, especially during when they were young. Times at Nana and Gramps house . Times in Ottawa when he taught school at Renfrew. At the Lake when Nana turned 80.Fred gave every kid a ride on ---was that Susie's horse? At our Lake----his orange cover-all ----Uncle Fred--COOL. I value the many, many times he phoned me after John died----just to let me know he was there. He is in a better place now, having left a special place in the heart of each of us in our family. Love to all of you from Gwen, Johnny, Joanne, Billy, Kevin, Elizabeth

So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. We first met Fred at Northern (1956 when it opened) in Sarnia. He was a great guy and will be missed by all. Condolences to Fred's family - God Bless you all!

I worked with Fred at Xerox in Sarnia. I have fond memories of Fred and remember his sense of humour, calm presence and love of the lake. Rest in peace, Fred.

My Uncle Fred: everyone is sitting around the dinner table, having an obligatory, post-Christmas feast chat, and he pulls me out of the room and says he needs to show me something. I follow him into the kitchen, and he pulls out a deck of cards and says he is going to teach me a trick. The excitement in his eyes is contagious; you can tell he’s taught this trick before but he’s still thrilled about teaching it again. He shows me how we’re going to fool everyone into thinking that he can read my mind. So, we go back into the dining room, and fool everyone we do. Fred has the whole crowd going, and the room is his. As a young teenager, I remember thinking how cool this guy was, interrupting a bunch of talking to do something fun. I still love that trick, but I know the true magic was his spirit. Always kind and always generous, he will be dearly missed.

My Uncle Fred: everyone is sitting around the dinner table, having an obligatory, post-Christmas feast chat, and he pulls me out of the room and says he needs to show me something. I follow him into the kitchen, and he pulls out a deck of cards and says he is going to teach me a trick. The excitement in his eyes is contagious; you can tell he’s taught this trick before but he’s still thrilled about teaching it again. He shows me how we’re going to fool everyone into thinking that he can read my mind. So, we go back into the dining room, and fool everyone we do. Fred has the whole crowd going, and the room is his. As a young teenager, I remember thinking how cool this guy was, interrupting a bunch of talking to do something fun. I still love that trick, but I know the true magic was his spirit. Always kind and always generous, he will be dearly missed.

My Uncle Fred: everyone is sitting around the dinner table, having an obligatory, post-Christmas feast chat, and he pulls me out of the room and says he needs to show me something. I follow him into the kitchen, and he pulls out a deck of cards and says he is going to teach me a trick. The excitement in his eyes is contagious; you can tell he’s taught this trick before but he’s still thrilled about teaching it again. He shows me how we’re going to fool everyone into thinking that he can read my mind. So, we go back into the dining room, and fool everyone we do. Fred has the whole crowd going, and the room is his. As a young teenager, I remember thinking how cool this guy was, interrupting a bunch of talking to do something fun. I still love that trick, but I know the true magic was his spirit. Always kind and always generous, he will be dearly missed.

Elaine and Family, So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. Steve and I our send our love and sympathy . May memories of the many good times, sustain you. Mum asked to remembered to you as well. Regards, Steve and MaryAnn

Susan, Debra and Fraser - we are very sorry to hear of Fred's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Debra and Susan, My condolences -- very sorry to read about your father in today's Sarnia paper. I had thought of him recently as I am trying to make a similar transition from Education to business. Will think of him in future in trying to follow his inspirational lead to make a commitment to do something kind for someone every day. Andy Shaw

Our dear Uncle Fred. Kindness is a great motto by which to live. I cherish that, Fred, and all of you. I will miss him, much. Kathryn

Elaine: Sorry to hear of Fred's passing. I want you to know my thoughts are with you. Sincerely, Nancy .

Elaine. Want you to know my thoughts are with you. May you find solace in remembering your good times together. Sincerely, Jackie

We were so sorry to hear of Fred's passing. Our sympathy to all the family. We will miss his friendly smile and wave. Sincerely Art and Peg.

Elaine: our thoughts and sympathy to you and your family at this time. Just to let you know that we are thinking about you. Brenda and Cathy