Richard, Frederick Joseph "Fred" Peacefully at the Palliative Care Unit of the Community Hospital, O'Leary on Tuesday November 19, 2024 of Frederick Joseph (Fred) Richard of Alberton and formerly of Brooklyn age 88 years. Beloved husband to Vaunda Elaine (nee Ashley) Richard. Born at St. Peter and St. Paul on November 21, 1936 he was the son of the late John L. and Annie (nee Perry) Richard. Lovingly remember by his daughters Rozalyn (Duane Williams) of Brooklyn and Chantal Richard of Charlottetown. Cherished grandfather to Dylan William (Kayla Breen) and David Williams. Great grandfather to Levi. Dear brother to Alma (Vincent) Doucette of Maplewood Manor Alberton. Best friend of 80 years to Jimmy Doucette. He is also survived by brother-in-law, Herbert (June) Pridham of Montrose and sisters-in law, Esther Hardy of Tignish Cecile Richard of Montreal. He will be sadly missed by his numerous nieces, nephews, and by his many friends and acquaintances. He was predeceased by siblings and their spouses, Aubin (Jeanette) Richard, Ida Gillis, Rosie (George MacKenzie), Joe Richard, He was also predeceased by brothers and sisters in law, Irene (Douglas) Rix, Marion Pridham, Floyd Hardy, Betty and Wendell Matthews, and by his father and mother-in-law Alvin and Vera Ashley. Resting at the Rooney Funeral Home Alberton. Visiting hours Friday 6-8 p.m. Funeral on Saturday morning from St. Simon and St. Jude Church Tignish for mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. Rev. Greg Conway Celebrant. Interment to follow in the Cascumpec United Church Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy memorials to the Rev. W.J. Phillips Auxiliary or St. Simon and St. Jude Restoration fund would be gratefully appreciated. Messages of condolence may be shared at: rooneyfh.ca