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Frederick Folkerts

October 26, 2016

Frederick Folkerts
Fred Folkerts passed on to glory October 26, 2016 in Calgary, AB surrounded by his loved ones. Fred was born June 6, 1950 in Brooks, AB. He was predeceased by his father, Johannes Folkerts, and his mother, Mary Folkerts. He will be dearly missed by his dearest friend, Marion Wearmouth, and her family; his siblings, Emmy (Arnold) Meetsma, Agnes (Jim) Wolstenholme, Betty Reiter, MaryJoan (John) Pyper, Thea (Mike) Farlinger, John (Caroline) Folkerts, Rita Haynes (Randy), and 26 nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life will be held at First CRC, 14 McVicar Street, Red Deer, AB Nov. 4, 2016, at 1:00 P.M. We want to acknowledge the wonderful care provided by Cochrane Big Hill Lodge, Cochrane Home Care and Sarcee Hospice.  If friends so desire donations can be made to the Mustard Seed (previously Loaves and Fishes) at http://theseed.ca/ or made to Sea to Sea bicycling mission fighting poverty at www.seatosea.org.
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Messages of Condolence

Our condolences to Fred's family. Bob and I have known Fred for quite some time through New Life Fellowship in Red Deer and have enjoyed our conversations and times of fellowship with him. Fred had a great love for His Lord and Saviour and is now enjoying time in His presence. May the Lord grant you, his family comfort and strength during this difficult time. Bob and Ann Duggan ~ Ann and Bob Duggan

Our best wishes and prayers to Fred's family. Fred and I grew up together in 4-H, school, sports teams. HIs passing has triggered many find memories of Fred and the whole Folkerts family. We will not be able to make the funeral but there will be lots of prayers headed your way as we ask the Lord to Bless you in this day of celebration and grief. Dale and Merleen ~ Dale and Merleen Hodgson

My deepest condolences to the Folkerts family on the loss far too soon of Fred. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. ~ Monica Beaton (nee van der Ploeg)

Our sincerest condolences to the Folkerts Family. Fred was a pleasure to work with during his time with our company. He always had a smile and a very caring way. He was respected by his coworkers and admired for his biking journeys and adventures. We are saddened by these news, and wish Fred’s family and friends the strength and wonderful memories to carry on. Karsten & Ingrid, The Nossack Families, and The Nossack TEAM ~ The Nossack Family