In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar

WEBB, Frederick Leslie - 84, Fred Died peacefully Royal Jubilee Hospital, surrounded by family, on Friday, October 18, 2024. Fred was born 19 March 1940 in Victoria BC, Canada.

Son of the late Lieutenant-Commander (RCN) Frederick A. H. Webb and Florence Webb (née Walker). Fred grew up in a military family serving alongside his father. His uncle LS Horace Webb, RCN survived the sinking of HMCS Fraser during the evacuation of Dunkirk only to be lost at sea in the sinking of HMCS Margaree two months later.

Fred Joined the Royal Canadian Navy at the age of 19 in 1959 as a gunnery mate serving on board HMCS Skeena, HMCS Stettler as part of the blockade during the Cuban Missile Crisis. HMCS Mackenzie, HMCS Gatineau and HMCS Restigouche. Fred retired after 20 years as a Master Seaman and only a couple days later found himself in a civilian role with Queens Harbour Master at CFB Esquimalt retiring as supervisor of jetty services 37 years later finishing his nearly 58 years of service to his country. Fred was always quick with a joke or a story of his adventures in the military, hunting in the back country or of historic Canadian military battle anniversaries. Fred was a regular at the Tillicum Mall coffee group.

Fred never married and had no children but adored his great nieces and nephews. Fred was a collector of Lionel toy trains for nearly 75 years, and was a member of the Canadian Toy Train Association. Fred was always patient and gave his time freely. Fred is predeceased by his Father, Mother and his sister Merle Farmer (nee Webb). Fred is survived by his brother-in-law Wayne Farmer of Virgina, niece Shelley Farmer of New York, great niece & nephew Grace, Jackson. Grant Farmer (Erin) great-nieces & nephews Madison, Isabella & Wayne. Cousins Gail McClymont (nee Webb and Freddy’s goddaughter) and William Webb Jr. and longtime partner Tammy.

“Fair winds and following seas, sailor. We have the watch”.

No formal service is planned. Remembrances may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, or your preferred cause. (Pacific Coast Cremation & Green Burial)