Mr. Frederick Tady

April 13, 1927 - October 17, 2015

Fred Tady of Black Diamond, Alberta passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at the Oilfields Hospital in Black Diamond on October 17, 2015 at the age of 88 years. Fred lived life to the fullest, was full of jokes and laughter and had the will of a giant. He never let anything stop him from achieving his goals and loved to build things. He was admired for his strength and determination. Fred was born on the farm near Punnichy, Sask on April 13, 1927. He spent most of his life in B.C. before retiring in Moyie. In 2012 he moved to the High Country Lodge in Black Diamond to be closer to family. Fred will be sadly missed by his daughter Bev(& Pat), extended family and all his special friends he shared his life with. Fred was predeceased by his wife Verna, parents Frederick & Bertha, sisters Gladys & Laura and son Greg. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who had a part in his life. A Funeral Service was held on Saturday, October 24th in Cranbrook, B.C. at the McPherson Funeral Home (2200 2nd St. S, Cranbrook, B.C.) In lieu of flowers a memorial donation may be made in Fred’s name to Tom Baker Cancer Centre (1331 29th St. N.W., Calgary, AB T2N4N2 or online @ www.albertacancer.ca/donate). To send condolences and view Fred’s Tribute Page please visit www.mcphersonfh.com . Caring for the family in Black Diamond is Lyle Reeves Funerals of High River, AB. Caring for the family in Cranbrook is McPhersons’ Funeral Services (250-426-3132).