Picard, Alfred
October 27, 1943 – October 29, 2010
“Fred” as everyone knew him, died in a tragic motorcycle accident near Forks, Washington. He was returning home to Victoria after his 25 day holiday road trip down through Arizona. He left this world fulfilling a dream and doing something he really loved. He will be sadly missed most by his son,
Nigel. They worked together on the oyster farm on Cortes Island and then on the hot dog cart in Victoria. Fred was not only a father to Nigel but his “best friend”. He will also be lovingly missed by his wife of 40 years; his daughter, Vanessa and her partner, Andy; his daughter, Candace and his two wonderful granddaughters, Savannah and Madelyn. Also left to mourn are his two brothers, his two sisters, nephews, nieces and a lot of friends. Fred will always be remembered for his friendly personality, his smile and his warehouse of knowledge.
Visitation will take place from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm prior to the service. Funeral Service to be held in MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, at 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 6, 2010 with a reception to follow. Cremation. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
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Rik Loring
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Brooke Tomlin It is a long time since Fred passed.
We had good times with Bevan Fred and children Nigel and Vanessa.
I just wanted to add my note to the condolences.
I will remember the good times forever..as long as I/we shall live.Brooke and Meghan Tomlin
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Charlie Mackenzie I was very saddened when I heard about Fred’s passing. The first place I ever stayed with my family was at the B&B on The Gorge Harbour. We loved it here so much we ended up buying a place in Whaletown. Fred was colourful host and knew a lot about a lot of different things. I’m sorry to hear this news more than a year later.
RIP. Charlie Mackenzie and family.
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Peter Brunning Dear Bevanne, Nigel, and Vanessa, I know this is late in coming as I just found out that Fred passed away last week while I was on Cortez.
We had some great times way back then on the “Three Daughters” and years later on Cortez. It seems like yesterday.
Please accept my late but deepest sympathy,
Peter.
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Roberta Stevenson We are so saddened by your loss. Fred was a great supporter of our association and as you know, on our board for many years. Besides that though, we all had alot of fun with him and became friends over the many years of shellfish farming.
On a more personal note, I myself lost my life partner and father of my kids to a drowning off Cortez two years ago, and I know Fred was very affected by my loss. It was a reminder to him and all of us that “every day is a gift, thats why its called the present”
We will put an obituary in our next newsletter. Take care, Roberta
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Val Hurst Pete and I were so shocked and saddened to hear of Fred’s passing. We knew him through living at the Wave.
He was such a lovely man, and will be sorely missed by everyone that came into contact with him. Our deepest and most sincere condolences to all his family.
Val and Pete
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Paul and Earlene Benefield Dear Bevann, Nigel and Family
We only learned today of the tragic accident last month. Please accept our condolences for your loss. We began renting the B&B cabin in the late 90’s and loved the area, returning every year. Fred’s love of the area, the beautiful house he built, and his shellfish farm energised everyone who came there, and he surely loved it and was proud of what he accomplished. He was a wealth of information on the area, fishing locations and the shellfish industry, and we were eager to hear his stories. We sometimes found ourselves pitching in to beat a tide and meet a delivery, and it was great fun to share a bit in the satisfaction of that job. It was hard work, however, and Fred realized that age would not allow him to continue indefinately, so we were glad to hear that he had found a food-serviceactivity in Victoria that made him happy.
We continue to visit Cortes every year and will always remember Fred and the beautiful place he built.Paul and Earlene Benefield
Kirkland Washington
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Jim and Dianne Hansen Dear Bevann and family,
We are shocked and sorry over Fred’s passing. Lots of great memories from when we met when you lived on the sailboat; then all the visits over the years.
Fred always had a ready smile and hugs for us and always lots of laughs. We’ll really miss him.
You’ll always have a place to come to on Cortes Island – just knock on our door!Love,
Jim and Dianne Hansen
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Curtis Brodsky Bevann, Nigel and family,
I was saddened to hear of Fred’s passing. My heartfelt condolences to you all. I have only good memories laced with a great smile and hearty laughter of my meetings with Fred.
RIP Fred
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john hansen Dear Bevann and family: So sorry for your loss.Fred was a good friend. We often talked about the shellfish industry which we were both a part of. Fred had so much wisdom and experience to share and he did so with great passion. Fred also had an infectous sense of humor. I always enjoyed his visits to my brother’s place ( Eagle Acres) when staying on Cortes. We will all miss Fred .
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Ralph Nursall Bevann and family – please accept my condolence for the loss of Fred. He and I talked, not often, but with pleasure when we met. It began differently; in the early 90s we argued about the Cortes Official Community Plan (and you participated Bevann), but we came to understanding in those areas in which we disagreed. In later years we chatted about Island affairs when we met. More recently, as you were preparing to leave Cortes Island, he and I discussed, at some length, the possibility of purchase of the snooker equipment you had at your B&B, for a proposed Seniors’ Centre, but for which. to my regret, funds could not be freed at that time, despite Fred’s generous sale offer. I last saw Fred in the fall of 2009, on Government Street, outside Munro’s Books, where he was enthusiastically selling hot dogs and drinks from his street vendor’s cart. We had an enjoyable quarter hour chat about the world in general and the strangeness of mankind in particular. He and I got along well; I’ll miss seeing him at unexpected moments, and exchanging random thoughts. He was a friend.
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Nazli Dearest Vanessa,
Sending you and your family all my love, healing and prayers!
My dad used to always say this poem to me at times of loss, he’d say “remember the flight, because unfortunately the bird is mortal!” Your dad’s memory will always be in your heart and he will walk with you!
BIG HUGS
Nazli
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Robert Herchak Mrs Picard and Nigel,
I extend my sincere condolences to you on the sudden and tragic loss of your husband/ father last week. It was a great shock to learn of Fred’s passing – while enjoying a vacation on his motorcycle. I enjoyed my chats with Fred these past three years at St. Nicholas. Unfortunately I am recovering from knee surgery and am unable to attend Fred’s funeral service.
I offer my prayers to you and your family.
Robert Herchak
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Corey RIP Fred, You will be missed
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J Robert Whittle and Joyce Sandilands We were shocked and saddened by the news of Fred’s accident. Our heartfelt condolences go to all the family and especially Vanessa, our market buddy. His friendly smile and visits to the market will be missed.
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Leanne Although we only met Fred a handful of times at some of our planned SCRC rides, I know that his smiling face will be deeply missed by us all.
RIP Fred.
Rob (Ripper) and Leanne (Missy)
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Mike (Grizzz) Horner My most heartfelt condolences to all of Fred’s loved ones. He was taken away from us way too soon. Fred loved to ride. He loved to tell his stories, but most of all, he just loved life and everyone around him.
Ride free ‘ToosexY’, take your last ride to heaven and ride with the angels, and please help God protect the rest of us riders.
We’ll miss you Fred.
I’m so extremely sorry that Fred is gone. He was a good friend and I will always remember our time living together when we were young. The last time I saw him he and Bevanne had their sailboat, The Three Daughters and lived on a little island next to Bowen Island. My condolences to the family…