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Fredericton Association for Community Living (FACL) has made a donation to Fredericton Public Library in memory of Don Fields; in memory, and in gratitude for his work with Early Intervention on behalf of those who are mentally disabled.
We send our deep condolences to family and friends, both here in Fredericton and his other home of Calgary. Ann Passmore
I was sad to hear of Don’s passing and want to send my thoughts and condolences to Kay and the family. Don was a special colleague for me, especially in the early years as a faculty member. I had lunch with him almost every day along with Dick, Paul and Chok, and we shared many interesting stories, discussions and good laughs. I also taught introductory psychology for many years when Don was the Coordinator. Again this gave us many opportunities to work together and sort out the usual problems of teaching such large classes. Don always added a unique perspective at department meetings that has been missed by many of us since he retired. He made an important contribution to our department at the university, and had a significant impact on my life. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dear Kay & Family. I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Don.
He was a fine man & I was honored to call him my friend. We played as two tall defencemen on the UNB oldtimers hockey team for years & very few skaters could get by Don & I on defence. I bet he is stickhandling in Heaven now making room for all his family & friends to join him one day. I am sure he is getting his just reward for being a good fellow who touched many lives here on earth. He will be sorrowly missed by all who knew him. Please take comfort that he is now in the presence of his Father, God Almighty in Heaven.
God Bless Don, his wife Kay, his sons, Kelvin & Warren, his dad Richard, his sister Gayle & all his other family members.
Mike Cody
I was greatly saddened to learn of Don’s death. As a colleagues of his, I have deeply enjoyed his company, his sense of humour, and his generous interest of the work and research of others. Throughout the many years of our association, including many memorable lunches, I remember his lovely wit, his probing questions, and his gentleness. He was someone one could very easily get attached to!
May his family find the strength in the times ahead. Don would have loved this quote: “The positive presence of absence.” In other words, despite his physical absence, he will still provide a positive presence through his life.
Dear Kay and Family, Don was a great colleague who contributed hugely (and daily) to the academic experience of his students and to all of the faculty. I was inspired by his work in organizing parents of children with Down’s Syndrome and daily benefited from his extensive knowledge of the field of children with disabilities. Thanks so much Don! You will always be remembered with affection and gratitude.
Please accept our sincere sympathy at this very sad time. Your many friends, former neighbours and U.N.B. students are all thinking of you.
Kay,
You may remember that at Don’s retirement party I said he had become one of my honourary three brothers at AUNBT. I enjoyed sparring with him and appreciated his sense of humour. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Gail
Kay – We were glad that we were able to reach you by phone to express our sorrow and offer our very sincere condolences to you and your family.
Don will always be fondly remembered
I had the great pleasure to know Don through his involvement with the AUNBT. He was a very highly respected faculty member and a fine gentleman. My most sincere condolences to all his family and friends.
Dear Kay, We were deeply shocked to hear of the loss of Don. He was a kind and compassionate man who touched so many hearts with joy. Please accept our heartfelt condolances to you and your family.
Dear Kay, Albert and I were devastated when we heard the news. Don was truly wonderful man and we enjoyed getting to know him (and of course you and Newton) over our years on Berkley Drive. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family. We are donating books in Don’s memory to 3 First Nation schools which I have been working with.
Margaret and Albert Murray
To Kay and family.
We send our deepest condolences to you.
We will be thinking of you and remembering you in our prayers.
To Kay and Family:
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Don’s death. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I recently read somewhere that “memories last forever..sorrow does not.” I hope this is true for you and your family.
Dear Kay,
We are so sorry to hear the news of Don’s death. We have such fond memories of you and Don. I often think of you when we walk by your old house and then think of meeting up with Don walking Newton. He always had time to stop, chat, and get “caught up”—he had such a wonderful smile and good sense of humour. I know that you and your family will miss him greatly. We are thinking of you.
Cecil and Donna Jones
Kay and family.
So sorry to hear of Don’s passing. Please accept my condolences. I just returned from a walk and passed your old home here in Fredericton. I often think of you and Newton stopping to talk while on your walk.
My thoughts are with you at this time.
Sandra Brannen, New Maryland
Dear Kay and family, we were saddened to read of Don’s passing. I’m glad you were able to move back to Calgary to be closer with your family this last little while. I fondly remember our conversations with Don on the walking path behind our home in New Maryland. He was a real “mensch”. Please except our condolences and that we are thinking of you at this difficult time .. Stephanie and Dave . Alex and Eric remember him fondly as well.
Dear Kay,
Very sorry for your loss. Don was one of the most pleasant colleagues and friends I have known.
-David
Although I did not know Don well I respected his input at our Vector meetings in Calgary. My condolences to the family.
Harry Devereux
My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences on the passing of Don. I was a student of Don’s in the early-80s and then played on the old Arts & Entertainment UNB Softball team with him, Kent Thompson and Brian Cupples among many others. In 1985 the four of us embarked on a roadtrip to Old Orchard Beach, ME to see a minor league ballgame (we felt we weren’t good enough players to see a major league game) where we met Cab Calloway and Larry Doby. We laughed the whole way down to Portland and all the way back. Another player from the A&E team observed that Don knew how to get the most fun out of everything and then always shared it with the rest of us. It was so true in both the classroom and on the field, rink or golf course. A fascinating educator and great friend, he will always shine brightly through the lives of all those he encountered in his earthly journey.
Sorry for your loss. I knew Don from UNB where I worked.
I also played hockey with Don in the VAHL for many years.
His hockey nickname was “Strawberry” and he made the VAHL Hockey News a few times.
He was great to have around when we had our annual VAHL Hockey Awards night.
Terry Arnold
Kay, sorry to hear of Don’s passing it was quite a shock. Our thoughts and prayers go with you in your time of sorrow.
Bob & Eileen Wilson
Kay, Kelvin, and Warren…my condolences during this difficult time.
May family, friends, and faith help you through the upcoming days.
Brian Cornell…Liverpool St. School and Forest Hill School teacher from 1975 to 1984.
Don was always a very supportive parent with a sincere interest in the welfare of the children and the school.
To Kay, Kelvin & Warren:
I am so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. I remember all the good times we had in Fredericton and how generous you were Kay at sharing Don with us when Gordo was home. He was a wise and caring man who will be sorely missed by the family. He loved you, his boys and his grandbabies and I am sure this will give some comfort in knowing the joy you all brought him.
In my case, I feel proud and fortunate to have been his friend.
Wanda MacLean
To Kay and family — We were shocked to learn of Don’s passing. We will remember him as full of fun and good cheer. We hope that you can find comfort and support from those around you in this very difficult time.
We are so terribly shocked to hear of Don’s passing. Don and I overlapped for about three years at the University in Calgary and when connections go back that far things hit close to home. Our deepest, deepest sympathy to Kay and the family. Our thoughts are with you. Wayne and Mary Donaldson
Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys at this very difficult time! If there is ANYTHING we can do for you let us know. LOTS OF LOVE to our FAVORITE babysitter and her family!
The Jones’
Oh Kay – I am so very, very sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He was such a bright spirit and a pleasure to know. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Nancy Reid
(Berkely Drive – Daisy’s ‘mum’)
Dear Fields family: It was with great sadness that I read about Don’s passing. Don was my supervisor while I was working on my MA at UNB in the early 80’s. I will always remember Don for his great sense of humour and easy going style. He was an outstanding mentor and his encouragement and support truly made a difference in my life. I will never forget the many happy hours I spent listening to Don’s wonderful voice as he spun those great stories from his seemingly endless store of experiences. Please accept my hearfelt condolences.
Kay Kelvin Warren
So very sorry to read of Don passing. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time and the days to come.
Lloyd Sharon Tara Neil Mark
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