Frederick Thomas Coyle, aged 80, died peacefully at home in Victoria, BC on March 29, 2011. Fred was born on June 8th, 1930 in Charlottetown, PEI to Fred A. and Dorothy (Hogan) Coyle. Fred grew up in Charlottetown with his sisters, Frances, Barbara and Elizabeth and his brother, Leo. He was predeceased by his parents; siblings, (Leo and Frances) and his first wife, Joanne Marilyn (Bovard). Fred is survived by his beloved wife of 38 years, Monique (Poirier). Fred is also survived by his three children from his first marriage, Michael Coyle (Susan), Susan Plummer (Gordon), and Cynthia Coyle. Fred’s grandchildren are Carolyn Plummer (Lise), Lauren (Plummer) Wiley (Tim), Megan Plummer, and Conor Coyle. Fred attended Queen Square School in Charlottetown and went on to graduate from St. Dunstan’s University with his BA in 1952. He began his career at Maritime Central Airways in Goose Bay. Fred went on to complete his BCOMM. at St. Mary’s University in Halifax while raising a young family and working full time at Trans Canada Airlines (Air Canada). He transferred to Montreal in 1962 and after 37 years retired in 1991 as the Senior Director of Purchasing for Air Canada. Fred maintained a keen interest in aviation and was instrumental in the compilation of the history of Maritime Central Airways and the recognition of others in the Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame. Fred’s retirement was spent in the City of Victoria where he and Monique enjoyed golfing at The Royal Colwood with their many friends. Fred also enjoyed his twice-weekly tennis matches with a regular group he helped organize. They played together for more than 20 years. He was happy to report that he won his very last mixed doubles set in February (6 – love) playing “ way over his head”. He likened his play that day to a light bulb burning ever so brightly just before it goes out. While living in Victoria, Fred supported the community with his volunteer contribution to the Commonwealth Games as the venue coordinator for cycling events. He was also the Race Director for the first International Triathlon in 2001. For twelve years Fred led an annual Christmas charitable fundraiser for the James Bay Community School. This work was very close to his heart. Until six weeks before his untimely illness, Fred was playing tennis, looking forward to his trip to PEI in July, visits with his children, grandchildren and to the birth of his first great grandchild. He will be greatly missed by all. Thank you to Victoria Hospice – QRT for their compassion and care during Fred’s illness.

A Celebration of His Life will be held at Fred’s great grandfather’s home (MP Hogan) in Charlottetown, mid-summer. The family requests donations to Victoria Hospice in lieu of flowers. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.

  • Pierre Vachon

    J’offre mes condoléances les plus sincères à son épouse et sa famille. J’ai connu M. Coyle qu’à quelques reprises au Panthéon de L’aviation Canadienne mais je gasrde de très bons souvenirs de cette homme remarquable.

    Pierre Vachon

  • Barbara Reid

    Monique, Michael, Susan and Cynthia,
    So very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and father. Although it has been many years I can still see you all on Rockwood Dr. Sending you all much love at this difficult time from all the Reid family.

  • Marge Vos (Cardinal)

    Dear Monique,
    It has been many long years that we have not been in contact with each other, but I still remember the wonderful times we spent together at work. I remember also coming to your home to share some wonderful meals with you and Fred and it saddens me terribly to hear that you have lost him. I know how very close the two of you were and I can only imagine how devastated you must feel.
    Denis and I wish to extend our deepest sympathies. Please know that our hearts are with you at this terrible time. Only time is a healer.
    Love Marge

  • Pauline Poirier et la famille

    Monique on pense à toi !Nous espérons avoir de tes nouvelles bientôt,nous ignorions que Fred était malade,on espère qu’il n’ait pas souffert,c’était vraiment quelqu’un que l’on peut être fier d`avoir eu dans la famille..Nos condoléances et à bientôt. Pauline et ses enfants xxx…

  • Stephen and Jill Plummer

    Our deepest sympathies to Monique , Susan, Michael and Cynthia and their extended families. Fred will be missed by his entire `Halifax family` of Plummers..His kindness and friendship was felt by all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time…Stephen and Jill and also on behalf of Art and Doreen Plummer.

  • Elaine Sosnkowski

    Dear Monique,

    I was shaken by the news of Fred’s passing. He was so much fun and had such great enthusiasm for life. For introducing me to Nikken and changing the course of the rest of my life, I am hugely indebted to him. He will never know the positive impact that decision has had, and will continue to have, on the lives of so many others.

    Having worked through my own grief, I know the pain you are feeling. My heart goes out to you, and while it is almost impossible for you to believe at this moment, this pain will pass and only loving and tender memories will remain to sustain you in the years ahead.

    In love and light

    Elaine

  • Michel Poirier

    Bonjour Monique,
    C’est avec stupéfaction que nous avons appris le décès de Fred. Nous désirons t’offrir nos sympathies les plus sincères.Nous garderons de Fred le souvenir d’un homme de grande classe , sociable, ayant la joie de vivre et impliqué dans certaines causes lui tenant à coeur.
    Hélène et Michel Poirier

  • Cheryl Farmer

    Dear Cynthia, Susan, Michael and families,

    You have been so much in our hearts and thoughts these past few weeks as you journeyed faithfully with your Dad. You lovingly gathered and rewove the fabric of your family story into something most precious and wondrous. He is surely in deep peace…

    May each of you also be refreshed and nourished by the love and bond that is yours forever.

    With our love and respect,

    Harry, Cheryl and Allan O’Connor

  • Gordon Girvan

    My deepest condolences to Monique and family in the loss of Fred. He and I began our airline careers together in Goose Bay working for Maritime Central Airways in the early 50’s, and even though Fred had a tremendous career with Air Canada later, he always had a soft spot in his heart for M.C.A. The organization of the MCA reunion in Charlottetown in 1991 was a great example of how Fred could organize large groups of people. I had the good fortune to visit Monique and Fred at their beautiful home in Victoria in 2008 and was treated royally. He was a classy and great guy and wiil be missed by all his friends.

  • Wayne & Jean Howe

    Wayne played tennis with Fred and the group many years. Fred will be sorely missed, as he was a great help in organization and a pleasure to play tennis with. Our condolences to Monique and family.
    Wayne & Jean

  • Bob Carson

    Please accept our deepest condolences. It was a pleasure working with and knowing Fred.
    Bob & Yvonne

  • Beverley Anderson

    Dearest Monique and family. I was saddened to hear that Fred had passed away. Tom and Fred were great colleagues at Air Canada and through their association I got to meet you both on many occasions. I recall Tom and I visiting you in Victoria. You and Fred were such gracious hosts. My heartfelt sympathy, Monique. My thoughts are with you. Beverley Anderson, Ottawa.

  • Louise MacFarlane (Mrs. Everett)

    I was saddened to learn of Fred’s death. My late husband and Fred were both with Maritime Central Airways and good friends. My deepest sympathy to the family.

  • margaret hamilton

    Douglas Jones and myself feel fortunate to have spent time with Fred. Myself at Air Canada, and latterly both of us in Victoria where we were guests of Fred and Monique and spent times reminiscing about Air Canada, golf, Yoga and books. Fred was a class act and all who knew him respected his savy and intellect. Our condolences to the family.

  • Ivan Dowling

    Fred will be sadly missed. Our condolences to Monique and to Fred’s family. Ivan and Julie Dowling

  • Bill Reid

    Dear Monique, We are saddened to read of Fred’s death. He was such a nice man, and a good friend of mine at Air Canada. In fact, Fred and Cameron desBois and I shared a birthdate, and, when we could, the three of us would celebrate at lunch on June 8th. Our deepest sympathy, Bill & Joan Reid

  • Claude Taylor

    Dear Monique,

    I was very saddened to hear of Fred’s passing. We had a relationship for 40 years and I want you to know that a great number of people know about the relationship you and Fred have had. I know how much the two of you meant to one another. My condolences.

  • Chris Irwin

    I was totally gutted when I read in the Montreal Gazette this morning that Fred had passed away. I had been told recently by our son Tim, who has been a friend of Cynthia’s since they were small children, that Fred was not well, but it was still an enormous shock.

    Fred and I worked together for many years in the Finance Branch at TCA/AC. We were both passenger agents who had been hired at the same time by Jim Smith. But we were more than workmates . We lived very close to each other, our kids knew each other, we socialized, we commuted to PVM together. We were good friends.

    But at some point our career paths started to diverge. I think the catalyst was the great organizational upheaval of the early 70s. We lost touch, and then came retirement, with Fred and Monique heading to BC. We kept getting snippets of news via Cynthia and I kept telling myself “I must get in touch with old Fred again”. But I never did and now I have regrets.

    Fred was a great guy, and even though we’ve been out of touch for a long time, today I feel an emptiness.

    Our deepest sympathy to Monique and all the Coyle clan in this time of grief. May God bless you all.

    Chris & Vera Irwin

  • Gilles et Denise Gagnon

    Chère Monique,

    C’est avec une grande stupéfaction que j’apprends ce matin, en lisant le journal La Presse le décès de Fred.

    Denise se joint à moi pour t’exprimer ainsi qu’à toute ta famille notre sympathie la plus profonde. Nous désirons t’assurer que nous partageons ta peine et te souhaiter tout le courage nécessaire face à cette dure épreuve.

    Le souvenir de Fred restera gravé dans ma mémoire pour longtemps. J’ai principalement connu Fred au travail à Air Canada. Il était un homme délicat, aimable, gentil et, surtout, très respectueux. Mon travail m’a donné l’occasion de le côtoyer à plusieurs reprises durant cette période. Fred aura été pour moi un bon ami avec qui il faisait bon vivre.

    Gilles et Denise Gagnon
    Montréal

  • muriel wesener

    You don’t know me but your Dad was my husband’s boss at Air Canada , Purchasing in Montreal and I met him a few times, always a true gentleman……. My husband Diether Wesener (Dick) passed away 9 years ago, would have been 80 yrs old this month.
    My deepest sympathy to your big family….Muriel

  • Bernie and Sue Miller

    To Monique and Fred’s family;
    Sue and I are filled with great sorrow to learn of Fred’s passing. We were collegues and good friends throughout our TCA/Air Canada careers, right from our days as Passenger Agents in Halifax, to our years in Montreal and through retirement .

    Fred was a man of great intellegence and integrity who stood as a model for all of his colleagues both here in Halifax and elsewhere.. We offer our most sincere condolences to you Monique and to Fred’s children and their families. In you all he leaves a great legacy, as he does for all who have known him. May God bless him. He will be greatly missed.
    With our sincere sympathy

    Bernie and Sue Miller- Halifax ,Nova Scotia

  • William (Andy) Anderson

    My sincere condolences to you on your recent loss. I was both pleased and privileged to have made Fred’s acquaintance, and enjoyed our continuing communications via e-mails when he returned to Victoria. I was very sorry to hear of his passing.

  • Doug Lovat

    Monique; so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. Very much enjoyed his presence when he was Assistant Secretary to the corporation. Loved to hear his plans and strategies for improving his and your golf games. It was so much fun to listen to someone who had such an enthusiasm for self improvement. Although we have not been in touch since you both retired, I’m pleased to see that you both had such fulfilling lives since AC. Please accept my most sincere condolences.

  • bruce aubin

    Monique and all Fred’s Family;

    Please believe your grief is shared. Knowing Fred was one of the highlights of my time at Air Canada. He was a gentleman, with honesty, integrity and loyalty. In difficult times (and there were some), he was a wealth of sage advice and continuous support. In many instances his counsel was overwhelmingly accurate and provided an way to achieve benefits in our endeavours. I was sorry when he retired, because his companionship was constant, I am vastly more sorrowful now. Please believe that he was far greater than his shadow, and a tribute to all with whom he came in contact.

  • Diane Drury

    Monique, Michael and to all of the Coyle Family, I was so overwhelmed when I heard the news of Fred’s passing. He was a remarkable man – an man of honor, integrity and class. I will always remember our days at Air Canada, and on the golf course.
    My deepest sympathy,

    Diane Drury

  • ivan dowling

    We will all miss Fred. He and I kept in close touch over the years by email and his visits to PEI. My condolences to Monique and to Fred’s
    family.

  • Maureen Kenny, PEI

    My sincere condolences to all the family. I am sorry for your loss.

  • Gisele LeBlanc

    Gordon e-mailed this morning with the sad news of your dad’s death.
    Our hearts are heavy as we remember Fred with fondness. He was such a distinguished gentlemen and he was always so interested in our lives when we met. Sarah McLaughlin’s song “I will remember you” was playing as I started the car this morning and I couldn’t help but think that Fred’s spirit was here in Fredericton for a short time, back for a quick visit. Our deepest sympathies to all of you.
    Gisele, Bob, Anne-Marie, John and David.

  • Douglas and Michael Edwards and family

    Sue and Gordon – We are sending much love. It is a tough time but I know you will all be together sharing many happy memories and having lots of laughs. I was so delighted to see your dad again at Lauren’t wedding. He was a wonderful man and so very proud of you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love – Douglas, Michael, Ian, Andrew and Charlotte

  • Amy Doyle

    Hello Cynthia,

    Sorry to hear about your Dad. I often think about you and wonder how you are doing…. It seems like only yesterday that we had that little young peoples group… but at the same time, it seems so long ago. Hope you are doing OK. It is hard to loose a parent, as you already know, but take it a day at a time – a minute if you have to – and time helps heal the empty feeling…. He will be watching and guiding you from above now. Again my condolences…

    Amy Doyle – Charlottetown PEI

  • Gordon

    I am moved with emotions that are foriegn to me. The few days I was able to spend with you last weekend has crystalized for me the fact that I am part of two very special families.

    Granddad displayed temendous courage in his final days made much easier knowing he was surrounded with love and respect.

    The commitment to your father in his final days is a testiment to the connection and history of a family not lost, but on hold. Waiting for the opportunity to reconnect and remember, a time hidden but not forgotten.

    I am sad but proud at the same time. Your father’s legacy lives on in the strength of character and integrity of his children and grandchildren.

    With respect, Gordon

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