Frederick Wray Obituary

Fred! We all miss you.

Out of my where-are-they-now curiosity I did an online search for my grade school buddy, Freddie Wray. How sad I was to learn of his illness and passing yet so proud of what he had accomplished in his life. Fred and I attended Catholic grade school and grew up together in Detroit. We share a love of hockey and both of us were goalies. Had not seen Fred since 1967, yet my memories of him are still strong de adds later. That is the kind of impact he had on others even at a young age. So proud to have known him. Ironically, I now have three sons in school in Chicago (Loyola) one a marketing major. Small world indeed, made infinitely better by Freds presence in it.

Dear Krista,

Fred was a wonderful young man. I will never forget his zest for life, his energy, his sense of humor and his infectious laughter. I will surely miss him.

Krista, I pray the Lord will bring you and your children comfort and peace.

Kenn

Krista,



I always wished I could have worked with Fred. We tried a couple of times to figure out how, but never quite made it work. He was a great guy and the world is better off for having had him in it. I know that everyone who knew him will agree. May you find comfort in your memories and the knowledge that he is at peace.

Dear Krista,

My sister told me about what happened to your husband and I wanted to share with you something you probably already understand.



Your husband is a spiritual being and he continues as we all will. I believe one's loss is often another's joy and happiness(death to birth again).



My love to you and your children. If you need anything we are available and ready to help.

Sincerely,

Sarah Page Wells.

Dear Krista,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I was Fred's assistant at Initiative prior to his last leave. Though we did not work together long, he always spoke about you and your children with an extra gleam in his eyes.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

Aimee Starratt

Dear Krista, Cameron and Hunter,

I am so sorry about your loss of a great husband and a wonderful father. I am sorry I did not get to know Fred better than I did. My heart goes out to you and your family.

Krista and family,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I am in total shock.

I worked at FCB for 15 years and forced to leave in 1992. Fred was always there for me. I still remember him standing behind me saying who loves ya. This is a great loss for everyone who new Fred.

The Audit Bureau of Circulations had the honor of Fred's contributions both personally, professionally and intellectually. My deepest sympathy to you. Keep the memories alive, as they help to see you through tough time. May God bless you -- my prayers are with you. --Sue Thomas, VP of Meetings, Audit Bureau of Circulations

Fred Wray was my hero. He was always blaizing trails in the advertising world. He was truly ahead of his time....a global media director before the word "unbundled" even hit our vocabulary. But, even more important, he was a wonderful husband to my dear friend, Krista and a proud father to Cameron and Hunter. He was simply a good man, and we are all the better for having known him. I will miss him..



Krista, may you take some comfort in the strength and grace you have shown over these past few years. You are truly amazing.



Love,



Judy

Dear Krista, Cameron and Hunter,

My deepest sympathy to you, your family and friends. I met Fred at Leo Burnett, when we were all fresh out of school. I remember his great sense of humor and warmth. He will be sorely missed.

To my darling cousins



I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You've all been so strong for these last few months. I love you more then you could know. You are a beautiful family, one I am proud to be part of.



Love you bunches,

Katy

I remember Fred back when we were trying to make our mark in the ad biz at Leo Burnett USA. Fred was a great guy. I always enjoyed our hallway conversations. Truly sorry to hear of his passing.

Krista-

My sincere condolences on the loss of your husband.

We met at the Palliative Care Center, where my Mom was, too.

May they both rest in peace.

Dear Aunt Krista and Cousins Cameron and Hunter,



Words cannot express our sadness at Uncle Freddy's passing. We never stopped praying for him. He will be missed in so many ways, but we'll forever cherish the memories, from some crazy birthday parties in Chicago to wonderful Thanksgivings and Christmases in Michigan. Krista, Cameron and Hunter, always know your Michigan Aunts and Uncles, nieces and nephews, and cousins will be here for you.



Our thoughts, prayers and love,

Great guy. I had the privilege of having Fred as a good friend, lunch and business companion during the dot.com/hot,com/not.com days - riding the Cisco share price and wondering if and when certain people would get a clue. We didn't hold our breath.



I remember our last lunch - even with that large dark cloud on the horizon - there was always a reason to laugh and appreciate the good in the world - even those whose main contribution was to give us one more reason to laugh. Always had a good time with Fred - didn't everybody?



And one more thing about Fred - we should all remember - he knew how lucky he was. Krista, the kids, the house, the life he had - and even the gift of these last few years. He almost missed them but for a casual doctor visit. He treasured those years, those months, those days - that extra time he was given. He used it well - it was also a gift to us - his friends - so that we could have that last lunch, that last laugh, that last visit, and that last round of golf.



By the way… I never did ask Fred. What was up with the clicking mouth/tooth thing? It was sort of like his punctuation. Remember?



Well, whatever it was, I think I will do it at least once a day in his memory.



Bruce Bendinger

Dear Krista and Family,



I am so sory to hear of your loss. Fred has left a legacy to you, your children and all his friends that will carry on forever. God bless you all and be certain you are in our prayers.

Dear Krista and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Fred was a wonderful person and will be truly missed by everyone. God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are in our prayers.

I am so sorry for your loss. Fred will be missed.

Dear Krista, Cameron and Hunter,



We are so sorry to hear of your loss; we'll remember Fred's energy and smile, and in particular some incredible times working for Fred at FCB.



Fred would have probably found it funny that one of my more enduring memories of him is the day that almost noone from FCB media showed up for that media party. Fred was so mad at all of us (and, of course, he was right). It was just one of many times when Fred showed us all his sense of commitment and responsibility.



Marian (Ceschin), Dan and Adam Azzaro

Krista:

I'm am so sorry for your loss of Fred. My thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.



Deborah (Finney) McKenzie

I have been lucky to have known Fred since grade school and will always cherish the fond memories from Queen of Hope and St. Mary's of Redford High School in Detroit. My best to Krista and Fred's children and family.

My deepest sympathy to Fred's family. He was such a decent human being, and very kind and generous to others. He will be missed.

Dear Krista,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May all your wonderful memories help to see you through this tough time, and may God bless.



Coleen Daniels

Volunteer, Midwest Palliative and Hospice CareCenter

My heart goes out to you and your family, Krista. My sincere condolences.



Love,



Zivia

Dearest Krista, Cameron and Hunter -

Our most heart-felt condolences to you on the loss of a great husband, father and friend. You all have endured so much that we pray the Lord looks after and comforts all of you, and, has Fred close to his heart.



My friendship with Fred is something that I will always cherish. With Danny, "Mark and Mark", Fred and myself, we had so many fun times that no one can replicate - but we can always look back on those memories with warmth and fondness. Additionally, the care and support the two of you showed to Anne and myself is something we so deeply appreciated.



God Bless Fred - God bless the Wray Family.



With love,

Anne and Joe Vinci & family

A great fighter and a great guy.



I'll miss that killer smile.