It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rodney Fredrick Metters, better known as Fred, from complications of COPD and cancer. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Shirley; his daughters, Karen (Steve) and Christina (Martin); and three grandchildren, Allora, Cale, and Corben.
Fred was an ardent fisherman and hunter, and after 33 years in the Victoria Fire Department, spent many long hours in his garden.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Society.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a future date.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Sad to see the passing of Fred.He was one of the good guys and he will be sadly missed.My deepest condolence to Fred’s family.
Geri Robertson & family
we were so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing the boys and I are thinking of you and all your family at this time of grief
Our Condolences
Shirley so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. My thoughts are with you and your family. Always enjoyed my chats with Fred when we had a girl’s night at your place.
Shirley Karen and Christina
I was shocked and saddened to read about Fred yesterday. Ever since I have been flooded wit memories of all the time spent with him and your family. I know Ray would be sad if he was still with us. The pool ,the BBQs the fish the dill pickles
Bamfield fishing……it goes on and on. He will leave a hole in many hearts especially yours.
There is no more challenging time in life than losing a loved one but we all heal over time remember this when things are tough.
Sincerely
Valerie Noel
Chris Noel
Ray Tilllyer (deceased)
Shirley, our sincerest condolences to you and your family . Our thoughts are with you all. Fred was, by all accounts, a kind and wonderful man. Warmest regards and love,
Pam & Bob ( Quigg)
Sharon Wickware and Family
July 27th, 2019
Shirley and Family, My family and I have wonderful memories of our times spent together with you all through the early years. We valued you all as good friends. I know that Fred was well liked, a man of his word and if you were his friend you counted yourself lucky. I know he will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved him. Mike said he was his favourite fishing friend, as he knew all the great places to catch fish and enjoyed trips with Fred to special places and always came home with a catch.
May all your special and wonderful memories surround you in love as you go forward.
We are deeply saddened by Fred’s passing. His gruff exterior and kind heart will be truly missed.
I will miss our chats and his stories about boating and fishing. Our hearts go out to you Shirley and your family. Our deepest condolences.
Was so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. My heart n prayers are with the family. In knowing Fred for 54 yrs or more, being there when the girls were born n grew into beautiful women, and the raising of his sudden extended family – 3 more beautiful girls.. I grieve with you all at this time. I will miss Fred n our chats, his love for his garden, n his family. My heart goes out to you at this time. Peace be with you.
Shirley and Family: We would like to extend our sincerest condolences on Freds’ passing. Thinking of you in this time of grief.
Christina, you and your family are in our heart and mind. May our prayers ease the pain of the loss of your father. Our condolences. xoxo