Fry, Ted passed away peacefully April 30, 2021 at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, ON.
Beloved husband of Gwen Fry. Loving father of Greg (Debbie), the late Cindy Fry, and step father of Kelly Lynch and Ed Lynch (Yvonne).
Proud Grandpa of Hannah, Chantal, Matica (Robert) and Richard. Great Grandpa of Joey, Hunter and Cooper. Survived by his sister-in-law Jean.
Predeceased by his first wife Geraldine, brother Al and parents Richard and Hazel.
Ted had a love of all music and was the founding father of the Fig Leaf Jazz Band, a veritable, "Mr. Music".
Enjoy the music in Heaven Ted!
Special thanks to Dr. Dickson, nurse Michelle and all the Hospice Staff for their special care. We are so thankful for Hospice and that Ted got to spend his final hours at such a caring place.
Donations in Ted’s memory to Hospice Simcoe https://hospicesimcoe.ca/ would be appreciated by the family
Memory of Me
I’d like the memory of me,
to be a happy one.
I’d like to leave and afterglow,
of smiles when the day is done.
I’d like to leave an echo,
whispering softly down the ways.
Of happy times,
and laughing times,
and bright sunny days.
I’d like the tears of those who grieve,
to dry before the sun.
Of happy memories I leave behind,
when the day is done.
Russell Strathdee
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2021We will miss you, Ted.
We will miss your encouragement and upbeat attitude about making music.
We will miss your infectious smile.
We will miss your comradery and endless stories.
Ian Thurston
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2021The Night Shift band has welcomed a new member. Their gain is our loss.
Ted was and remains one of the Elders of jazz in Simcoe County. I say “remains” because though he may not be on the bandstand in person, his presence will linger.
Ted’s support and encouragement of local music and local musicians was legendary, across all genres of music.
And his was the beat of the different drummer others marched to.
Marion Lewis
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2021My deepest condolences to you Gwen and your family ,
He was a man we will always remember with the big smile and his love of wonderful music .
RIP Ted ❤️
Edwina Douglas
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2021I have great memories of fun gigs – you will be missed Ted!
Sandy Richmond
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2021Had the pleasure to teach with Ted but also to fill in on drums playing for Ted with the Figs. He was well loved by the students he taught. May he enjoy the music up and beyond. I will miss my friend and fellow drummer
Paul Marshall
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2021Ted is a great loss shared by many people. I feel proud to be among those that have enjoyed his encouragement, companionship and laughs during the last number of years.
Rest in peace my friend.
Renee Stead
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2021Good friend you will be missed .
Your music , your smile, your sense of humour ,your humanity, and love of life.
You did it your way.
Dear Gwen and family my deepest condolences , you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Renee
Diana Campbell
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2021Ted….a beautiful, gracious man who was a beacon of light anywhere he went. You will be missed in our music community, never forgotten.
Deepest condolences to Gwen and the family.
Warren and Corrie De Boer
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2021Good by our friend, rest in peace.
Jimmy Walker
Posted on: Sunday, May 2, 2021I was fortunate to have had Mr. Fry as a teacher. It was him that brought in a snare drum, a hi-hat and sticks for me to use. I believe I was 11 or 12. I kept that set up until I bought my first real set of drums. As years passed, Mr. Fry became Ted when I would watch his band or just have a beer with him wherever they were playing. A really great guy that got me turned on to music for the rest of my life. Rest in Peace Sir.
Jeanne Fry
Posted on: Monday, May 3, 2021Jeff & I will miss “Uncle Ted” So many great family memories. I know Allan is happy to finally be making more music with his BigBro!!!
Gloria & Bob
Posted on: Monday, May 3, 2021That smile, that love of life, what a gift you were to so many of us that had the pleasure of your friendship Ted. We’ll miss you my friend, ❤️
David Rawlings
Posted on: Tuesday, May 4, 2021With his cheerful ways, Ted brought much joy to this world. Many fine memories of Honey Harbour, the FigLeaf Jazzband, teaching and air shows, will never fade.
Kathryn Fisher McTavish
Posted on: Tuesday, May 4, 2021Dear Gwen and Greg and Family:
Gwen thanks for letting me know about Ted and also we send out sincere condolences to you and the family.
He will be definitely drumming in heaven. Mom and Dad definitely will be dancing to the music with him.
Love the Fisher-Fry Families.
Kathryn Fisher McTavish
Sylvia & Brian Hodgson
Posted on: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Sorry to hear the sad news. Ted was always a positive, cheerful friend. Thinking of you Gwen and family.
Jeffrey Jobb
Posted on: Saturday, May 8, 2021Our thoughts go to Gwen and Greg and the rest of the family. My memories of Uncle Ted and Aunt Gerry go back to watching sunsets on the rocky island at Honey Harbour, playing the wash-bucket bass in the kids jazz band around the campfire, and listening to Chicago jazz on the radio in the cottage on rainy evenings. I’ll raise one for you Ted, Cheers.