Francis Wallace "Frank" Dickie
March-05-1932 - January-04-2017
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Randy Potter posted a condolence
Condolences to all Frank's friends and family. He was a brave soul and a good friend to our Lanark clan, and loving companion to my mother Nancy for many years. We'll miss his smile and his help on so many fix-it projects.
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Don & Dianne Adam posted a condolence
To Nancy and family. We are sorry to hear of Frank's death. Donnie always enjoyed talking with Frank and his cheerfulness. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Marnie Shaw posted a condolence
To the friends and family members of Frank: Please accept my condolences on Frank's death. Losing a loved one is always hard, even when it is expected, either imminently or eventually. Frank was a good man and much loved. Thus, I hope that he has died with few regrets, on either his part or yours. As one who believes death to be just another step on our journey, I pray that we will once again meet up with our beloved friends and family members in the future. For everything, there is a time, a season, a reason, and a purpose. May we embrace the circle of life, and even the part that death plays in it. Sincerely, Marnie Shaw
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Jackie Miller posted a condolence
Our sincere condolences to all the Family during this time of grief. May all your memories of Frankie fill your hearts with joy and bring a smile to your face. A great guy to work with RIP. Jackie & Bernice
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Sandy and Diane Robertson posted a condolence
Very sorry to read of Frank's passing. Frank and Dorothy were wonderful friends. They were great friends and neighbours of my parents and every kind of bird and visiting wild animal on Manners Sutton Road. Hope the rest of you are doing well. Sandy
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Evan & Jean Fearon posted a condolence
Karen and Ronnie
Many fond memories of your Dad and also of your Mum. Remembering good times spend at the camp on the Beckwith Road, Kent County NB and all the ghost stories. Our thoughts are with you all.
Evan and Jean Fearon (Moncton NB)
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Eric & Marlene Garland posted a condolence
Frank & Dorothy were our neighbours when they lived on Bedell Ave. in Saint John. As you go through life there are people who stand out and leave a lasting impression. Both Frank and Dorothy were more than neighbours. They were friends, folks who's character was unique and interesting. At that time our oldest son (Zac) looked up to Frank as a Grandfather figure. He was around 2 when we moved there and he couldn't say Frank so he called him Gunk. Gunk would take him for rides on his ride on mower and I might add his motorcycle, ( get in trouble for that now). We have not seen Gunk for a long time but when I told Zac (who is now 31) his eyes got watery and so did mine. Frank was so kind and friendly to us yet his character was strong about the things he believed in. As you can tell he left a lasting impression on us. God bless you Gunk.
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Valerie Potter posted a condolence
In Mexico Beach, Florida, Frank rolled into Nancy Potter's (nee Lee) life on his Harley Davidson and stole her heart. He was a Maritimer to the core and was full of stories of his large family and fun times in his hometown of Campbellton, NB, and in Baie Comeau and Saint John. In 2006, Frank moved to Lanark Village to join Nancy and they started a life together, sharing and enjoying new friendships and old. Frank and Nancy enjoyed travelling - something that thrilled our mom so much. They travelled on cruises to Alaska, Bermuda, and the Caribbean, and on his motorcycle, through the picturesque backroads around Saint John, NB and in Lanark county.
Mom and Frank were dedicated crossword puzzlers, and Frank became an avid reader. One of his joys was meeting the children at the door on Hallowe'en wearing a creepy clown mask - to the horror and delight of all! Frank was always happy to cheer on the Blue Jays and he became a stalwart Ottawa Senators fan, too. He was also an enthusiastic golfer.
By the time Frank sold his beloved Harley, he and our mom had become involved with the Diner's Club in Lanark, Shuffleboard in Watson's Corners, and with the Lanark Highlanders, for which group Frank agreed to serve as president (2 years), as long as it wouldn't interfere with their winter trips to The Yellow Rose. Frank also really enjoyed being the only man in the local Weight Watchers program.
Frank and Nancy loved their time in Florida, escaping the snow and making friends with so many other snowbirds - eating out, shopping, golfing, fishing, going to church, joining in the annual Mardi Gras celebrations and gumbo cook off, feeding Beebee and Fluffy (the same 2 stray cats!) on their deck, taking walks on the pier, hosting friends and family, and watching sunsets from their balcony. Frank was a dedicated sun worshipper and was happiest reading while basking in the sun. Their last trip to The Yellow Rose was organized by Nancy's children in March 2015.
By this time, Frank had been receiving treatment for bone cancer, and mom was also experiencing health issues. In September 2015, they moved to Carolina Retirement Suites, Perth, where Frank's quirky sense of humour made him a favourite with the ladies. Sadly, Frank was moved to hospital and then to Rosebridge Manor in 2016. His passing last week was not unexpected, but it was, nevertheless, profoundly sad to Nancy and all the Potter family - Nancy's children, Randy, Valerie (Greg), Colin (Glynis) and Laura (Adam), her granddaughters, Catherine, Cindy (Suri), Rebecca, Victoria and Julia, and her great-grandchildren Kalpana, Neelam, Suri and Pritam - as well as numerous good friends and extended family who knew and loved Frank.
We will all remember Frank as a funny, loving, kind-hearted, outgoing and brave man, with a great heart - and a mischievous streak - who came into our mom's life to fill it with love and adventure after our Dad passed away. His illness affected us all, and we regret his struggle and mourn his loss, but we will cherish his memory.
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Marnie Shaw posted a condolence
It is almost one year since Frank's death. My condolences to those who loved and miss him, especially Nancy Potter.
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Marnie Shaw posted a condolence
Thursday, December 28, 2017
It is almost one year since Frank's death. My condolences to those who loved and miss him, especially Nancy Potter.
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Valerie Potter posted a condolence
Saturday, January 14, 2017
In Mexico Beach, Florida, Frank rolled into Nancy Potter's (nee Lee) life on his Harley Davidson and stole her heart. He was a Maritimer to the core and was full of stories of his large family and fun times in his hometown of Campbellton, NB, and in Baie Comeau and Saint John. In 2006, Frank moved to Lanark Village to join Nancy and they started a life together, sharing and enjoying new friendships and old. Frank and Nancy enjoyed travelling - something that thrilled our mom so much. They travelled on cruises to Alaska, Bermuda, and the Caribbean, and on his motorcycle, through the picturesque backroads around Saint John, NB and in Lanark county. Mom and Frank were dedicated crossword puzzlers, and Frank became an avid reader. One of his joys was meeting the children at the door on Hallowe'en wearing a creepy clown mask - to the horror and delight of all! Frank was always happy to cheer on the Blue Jays and he became a stalwart Ottawa Senators fan, too. He was also an enthusiastic golfer. By the time Frank sold his beloved Harley, he and our mom had become involved with the Diner's Club in Lanark, Shuffleboard in Watson's Corners, and with the Lanark Highlanders, for which group Frank agreed to serve as president (2 years), as long as it wouldn't interfere with their winter trips to The Yellow Rose. Frank also really enjoyed being the only man in the local Weight Watchers program. Frank and Nancy loved their time in Florida, escaping the snow and making friends with so many other snowbirds - eating out, shopping, golfing, fishing, going to church, joining in the annual Mardi Gras celebrations and gumbo cook off, feeding Beebee and Fluffy (the same 2 stray cats!) on their deck, taking walks on the pier, hosting friends and family, and watching sunsets from their balcony. Frank was a dedicated sun worshipper and was happiest reading while basking in the sun. Their last trip to The Yellow Rose was organized by Nancy's children in March 2015. By this time, Frank had been receiving treatment for bone cancer, and mom was also experiencing health issues. In September 2015, they moved to Carolina Retirement Suites, Perth, where Frank's quirky sense of humour made him a favourite with the ladies. Sadly, Frank was moved to hospital and then to Rosebridge Manor in 2016. His passing last week was not unexpected, but it was, nevertheless, profoundly sad to Nancy and all the Potter family - Nancy's children, Randy, Valerie (Greg), Colin (Glynis) and Laura (Adam), her granddaughters, Catherine, Cindy (Suri), Rebecca, Victoria and Julia, and her great-grandchildren Kalpana, Neelam, Suri and Pritam - as well as numerous good friends and extended family who knew and loved Frank. We will all remember Frank as a funny, loving, kind-hearted, outgoing and brave man, with a great heart - and a mischievous streak - who came into our mom's life to fill it with love and adventure after our Dad passed away. His illness affected us all, and we regret his struggle and mourn his loss, but we will cherish his memory.
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Eric & Marlene Garland posted a condolence
Saturday, January 14, 2017
Frank & Dorothy were our neighbours when they lived on Bedell Ave. in Saint John. As you go through life there are people who stand out and leave a lasting impression. Both Frank and Dorothy were more than neighbours. They were friends, folks who's character was unique and interesting. At that time our oldest son (Zac) looked up to Frank as a Grandfather figure. He was around 2 when we moved there and he couldn't say Frank so he called him Gunk. Gunk would take him for rides on his ride on mower and I might add his motorcycle, ( get in trouble for that now). We have not seen Gunk for a long time but when I told Zac (who is now 31) his eyes got watery and so did mine. Frank was so kind and friendly to us yet his character was strong about the things he believed in. As you can tell he left a lasting impression on us. God bless you Gunk.
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Evan & Jean Fearon posted a condolence
Friday, January 13, 2017
Karen and Ronnie Many fond memories of your Dad and also of your Mum. Remembering good times spend at the camp on the Beckwith Road, Kent County NB and all the ghost stories. Our thoughts are with you all. Evan and Jean Fearon (Moncton NB)
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Sandy and Diane Robertson posted a condolence
Friday, January 13, 2017
Very sorry to read of Frank's passing. Frank and Dorothy were wonderful friends. They were great friends and neighbours of my parents and every kind of bird and visiting wild animal on Manners Sutton Road. Hope the rest of you are doing well. Sandy
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Jackie Miller posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Our sincere condolences to all the Family during this time of grief. May all your memories of Frankie fill your hearts with joy and bring a smile to your face. A great guy to work with RIP. Jackie & Bernice
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Marnie Shaw posted a condolence
Sunday, January 8, 2017
To the friends and family members of Frank: Please accept my condolences on Frank's death. Losing a loved one is always hard, even when it is expected, either imminently or eventually. Frank was a good man and much loved. Thus, I hope that he has died with few regrets, on either his part or yours. As one who believes death to be just another step on our journey, I pray that we will once again meet up with our beloved friends and family members in the future. For everything, there is a time, a season, a reason, and a purpose. May we embrace the circle of life, and even the part that death plays in it. Sincerely, Marnie Shaw
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Don & Dianne Adam posted a condolence
Friday, January 6, 2017
To Nancy and family. We are sorry to hear of Frank's death. Donnie always enjoyed talking with Frank and his cheerfulness. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Randy Potter posted a condolence
Friday, January 6, 2017
Condolences to all Frank's friends and family. He was a brave soul and a good friend to our Lanark clan, and loving companion to my mother Nancy for many years. We'll miss his smile and his help on so many fix-it projects.
