Francis “Frank” Gale
1925-2019
Francis “Frank” Gilbert Gale, age 94, born April 2,
1925, passed away on October 5, 2019 in Fredericton, New Brunswick. He
is survived by his sons David (Maria) of Coquitlam, BC, and Stephen
(Debra) of Kelowna, BC, and grandchildren Olivia and Simon; also
survived by brother Royce of Sherbrooke, QC, and Philip of Hudson, QC,
and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by wife Ann (Turner)
and by parents Royce and Doris Gale of Waterville, QC.
Frank served in the RCAF in World War II (FLT42 Flight
Engineer – Halifax Bomber). After, he became a
helicopter pilot who flew with Universal Helicopters and the Canadian
Coast Guard in Newfoundland. He was a radio “Ham” operator
for over 65 years, an aircraft modeller and a long-time member of
COPA.
Cremation has taken place and there will be no service or
visitation by request. A private interment will follow at a later date
in the Gale family plot in the Greenwood Cemetery in Waterville, QC.
Donations in Frank’s memory may be made to the Ottawa General Hospital
in Ottawa, ON, St. Paul’s United Church in Fredericton, NB
or to a charity of your choice.
www.mcadamsfh.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Francis Frank Gale..
Death notice for the town of: Fredericton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
I knew this man and it was with him that I had my first helicopter ride. We used to make music together after work hours —- myself on acoustic guitar and Frank with his piano accordion.
Those were the days my friend we thought they’d never end.
PhilWMolloy (Ringo)