Love you and miss you, Fred. I'm sad to say without you, I'm struggling to stay buoyant.  I'm happy to say, your presence is still a beacon of charm, calm and stability in this world.  It is my privilege to still be in touch with others who knew you, what a blessing.

Miss you, miss you, miss you, miss you.

Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you.

Love,

Matthew

As we approach the 2-year anniversary of Fred's passing, I wanted to take a moment to share the profound impact that Fred's presence had on my life. I first visited him for therapy in 2002 at the recommendation of a good friend, Matthew Brown, but after trying a couple of therapy sessions, I didn't commit. I was young, a broke OCAD art student at the time, and the trip to Oakville and therapy sessions  all felt a bit too abstract and far from my reality. Fast forward 20 years, and I had become a therapist and social worker myself and was navigating a difficult time after relocating between several countries, experiencing heartbreaks, etc. Again, my buddy Matthew nudged me in the direction of Fred. I reached out, and it was like connecting with a long-lost friend. He instantly became a hybrid of a therapist, friend, mentor, and clinical supervisor all at once. He was one of the most loving, caring, brilliant and funny individuals I have ever met-- we laughed and talked for ridiculous lengths of time each week, and he was like a competent and cheerful sailor steering me through some stormy and decidedly choppy chapters in my life-- helping me to feel safe, increasingly sane, and laughing through the tears along the way. He relentlessly mentored me to learn his psychotherapeutic techniques at every session and would try to hammer the deeper meanings of his work into me with humour (and sometimes impatience) at my forgetfulness or lack of attention span, "Monique, write this down!!!" "Monique, am I going to have to get you to tattoo this on your hand?" He believed in me with such a strength that it had the hidden blessing of shaping my confidence and strengthening ability to work with clients, and I lean on the gifts of his therapeutic and spiritual wisdom and beautiful healing techniques with my clients all the time to this day. 

I have so much love for Fred, and his loss was a very challenging one that I still feel to this day. I am so endlessly thankful for his presence in my life and to have had the gift of spending time with someone who was so selflessly devoted to the care, liberation, and growth of others. His memorial service at the Zen Buddhist Temple was a beautiful experience, and hearing from his community of family, loved ones, colleagues and friends showed me how similarly he made each person feel-- delighted, warm, uniquely cared for and seen, and secure in the understanding that they had met a true friend in Fred. I send him all my love today on his continued journey of the soul, and wanted to honour the timeless, elegant and loving nature of Fred as we approach another anniversary and share my profound gratitude for his unfolding impact on my life. I will continue to feed as many squirrels and animals as I can along the way of life in his honour. 

Matthew Brown, the amazingly talented and dear friend of my father's has done the incredible job of gathering many of my father's works and ideas into a gorgeous new book - "Everything Arises From Awareness". 

It has transcripts of conversations and interviews, frameworks for healing, lovely photos, and includes Matthew's original work "What is Meditation? And Why Should I do It?" 

Below are links where you can find a copy for yourself:

 https://ambientzero.blogspot.com/2025/04/new-book-everything-arises-from.html

https://www.amazon.com/Everyt…

We just learned of Fred’s passing.  We haven’t been able to reach him and we are deeply saddened to learn of his passing here.  I met Fred through my partner, Gabriel Frasson. Gabriel met Fred at  Kikkawa College where they were students together.  Fred’s  calm, loving energy, his wisdom and his humour will remain with us forever.  As someone else said here, I felt a little intimidated being in Fred’s presence as I felt he knew what was going on with me more (or before) I did.  He was a wonderful friend and spiritual mentor and we are better for having known him.  He will be deeply missed.  

Much love and condolences to his sons Aaron and Jason, and to all who loved Fred.  

Until we meet again our beautiful friend. ❤️ Donna Mulligan, Gabriel Frasson

I had the privilege of meeting Fred three years ago. His healing touch, stories &  presence were a great support during a challenging phase of my life. I have some great daily habits because of him! 

I was honoured to record an interview with him and one of his long-time friends and clients, who also departed just last year, and the woman who introduced us.

~ 

Though you’ve transcended, your essence thrives,

In fond reflections, your energy survives.

Fred, your legacy strong, your light aglow,

In every gentle whisper, in every flow.

Thank you for being you!

Dear Fred,

Light and love was your message.  You knew and lived the true essence of life.  I’m grateful for knowing you and will remember and hold dear your peaceful ways and presence.  

Wishing you all the best for your new journey and next chapter of life!

Light and Love,

Kelly 

Fred was always such an absolute joy to meet, whether randomly or at a gathering. He loved sharing his ‘a-ha!’ moments, with that gentle smile when he saw you grasp what he was saying. I loved his humour and listening to his stories

Fred was an incredible support and dear friend to my husband over the past few years. I welcomed knowing dinner would be late because the two of them were dissecting the meaning of life over a cup of tea.

Until I met Fred, I thought I was a chocoholic, but the way his eyes sparkled when a chocolate cake was brought out and seconds were offered…I will always think of him when I get a chocolate craving.

Enormous love, Fred ♥️

Fred was a dear friend & my office Neighbor for the past 5 years. He was also helped me navigate the loss of my mom 6 years ago. He was always the one I would ask the deep soul questions that only Fred knew the answer to. He had a beautiful energy & presence, always smiling & peaceful. I am grateful to have met Fred & spend time with him.  Will miss the afternoons we spent conversing with a cup of tea.

Peace & love on your next Journey Fred. Thanks for being you.  

Much love 💙🙏😊

I am a long time client of Fred's and so saddened to hear of his passing. His connective tissue massage helped heal me along with our conversations and stories shared about our families and friends. I benefited so much from his wisdom. perspective, and humour...in addition to his pattern healing techniques. Fred was courageous, bicycling around Oakville and kayaking on Lake Ontario with his impaired eyesight. I am grateful for Fred and his gentle, compassionate nature.  Rest in peace and love Fred.

From Linda Brox

Dear Aaron and Lidija,

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family and friends. I am grateful to have been around Fred for even a short time. His influence and energy were deeply felt. 

With love, Clela 

I knew Fred for a short time when I was a child in the 70's and have held fond memories of my interactions with him ever since. I have particular memories of playing drawing games with Fred where one of us would draw a squiggly line and the other would create something from the squiggle. And back and forth it would go. Sounds simplistic but it was strangely powerful to me as a child. 

To my cousins Jason and Aaron, condolences to you for the loss of your father. 

Much love Leslie 

I am so sad to hear of Fred’s sudden passing. I knew him for many years and was very much helped by his compassion, empathy, wisdom and his healing energy. He was such a wonderful soul with a beautiful presence. Over the years as a regular client, we developed a friendship, sharing stories of our lives. I was always impressed with how he lived his life to the fullest even with the challenge of his eyesight. Sometimes I would see him out kayaking on Lake Ontario. He will be missed by many who loved and valued him in their lives, including me. 

Rest in Peace Fred ❤️