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Augusto Nalli donated to THE KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF CANADA / LA FONDATION CANADIENNE DU REIN
Thursday, August 3, 2017
Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the Velasco family from DEIP's - City of Vaughan
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Elspeth Taylor posted a condolence
Sunday, July 30, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with Frank at Bowmanville Detachment in the early 90's. Very sad that he has been taken so young. Frank always had a smile for us in Records as he knew that was they way to get his computer entries done first! He was a hard worker and one of the best!! A pleasure to work with.
My condolences to the family. Rest in peace Frank.
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Peter Collins posted a condolence
Saturday, July 29, 2017
I had the pleasure of knowing Frank for almost 20 years. He was a true gentleman. Knowledgeable in his work and humble in his presentation. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers to his family.
זכר צדיק לברכה - "May his memory forever be a blessing"
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Johanne Labbé Lavoie (ex collègue de travail de José Velasco) posted a condolence
Friday, July 28, 2017
Je vous offre mes sincères condoléances à toi, Lucie et ta famille.
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Scott Gordon posted a condolence
Friday, July 28, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences to Franky's family. I had the privilege to work with him in Bowmanville in the 1990's. There are so many fond memories of times spent with him, especially on the street team. He was an amazing police officer and such a good example and inspiration to all of us. I am so deeply saddened.
Scott and Amanda Gordon
Huntsville, Ontario
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Martin Bedard posted a condolence
Thursday, July 27, 2017
It is with very deep sadness that I learned yesterday Frank had left us. A few weeks ago I had a conversation with Frank and on top of being deeply touched by what he and your family was going through, I was throughly amazed by his serenity, his and your incredible courage. We discussed many things but Frank shared how proud he was of his wife, son and daughter. Even during this exceptional trying time, not surprisingly, he wanted to know how I was doing and how my family was doing. I had the opportunity to tell him that I was proud of him for the man he is, for his dedication to his work and most importantly to his family, for his convictions etc...Frank will be missed. He was exceptional at his job and an exceptional human being.
My most sincere and deepest thoughts are with you.
I apologize for not being able to attend the funeral as Im away on duty and travelling to Western Canada.
Sincerely !
Martin Bédard
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Lynne Hamilton posted a condolence
Thursday, July 27, 2017
My heartfelt condolences to all of Frank's family at this truly devastating time. I had the pleasure of working with Frank over the years but my most memorable time was working with Frank in Costa Rica. He was a professional, dedicated, hard working officer with unique skills and it was an honour to serve with him in the RCMP. I loved his big smile and quick wit. He was a true gentleman who absolutely cherished his family. We will all miss him. Rest in peace Frank.
Lynne Hamilton
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Claude Martin and friends posted a condolence
Thursday, July 27, 2017
To the Velasco fammily,
the DASI department of the MSSS would like to express our condolences to our friend José Velasco and his family.
Our hearts are sharing your grief. You are in our thoughts, José.
Claude, Jocelyn, Daniel, Alexandre, ... and many others
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Joe & April Kispal posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
We both had the honour of working with Frank at 225 Jarvis in the late 80's. Frank was a true gentleman. Our sincere condolences to the Velasco family. Rest in peace our friend.
Joe & April
Windsor, Ontario
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Helga Rankine donated to THE KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF CANADA / LA FONDATION CANADIENNE DU REIN
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
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Regina A Marini (RCMP Ret. Sgt) posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
On behalf of myself and my coauthors of "Red Coat Diaries (True Stories of the RCMP)" we wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to Frank's family and friends. I had the privilege to work with Frank over several years while posted together in the Toronto Proceeds of Crime Unit. He always had a friendly smile or joke to share which would always brighten up your day. He will be greatly missed and his exemplary service remembered.
Rest in Peace Frank. Your Mountie sister always Regina.
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Gilbert & Sharon Campbell posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
I had the great pleasure of knowing "Frankie" since his arrival in Toronto. Upon his arrival in Toronto Drugs, it was obvious that he was an intelligent and mature individual and quickly developed into a real asset to the Force. We worked, traveled and played together both in Toronto and later Bowmanville and I always felt a bit more at ease knowing "Frankie" was "going through a door with me". We will miss Frank's Christmas cards and short note with an update on his past years events and the pop-in visits we had when I was visiting in Ontario.
Frank had a great love for the Force but his love for his family, Hedda, Matthew and Christina, was even greater. He was always so proud of you all! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this incredibly hard time.
I will miss you a great deal, my friend. Rest in peace.
Gil aka Gilly to Frank
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Mervin Lane posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
I was very sorry to hear of Frank's passing. My condolences go out to all his family. Although I never worked with him whenever I was around him he was a great laugh with a great sense of humour. I'm sure he will be sadly missed. Gone too soon. May he rest in peace.
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Andy Phillips posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Frank was such a fine man, he brought it all and enriched all of us. I always looked forward to dealing with Frank because his sense of humour, vigour and dedication. Rest in Peace Frank, you left us too early.
Andy Phillips
Ottawa
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Gord Jamieson posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
It was a pleasure to have served with Frank and our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Gord and Heather Jamieson
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GABRIEL MARION posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
Goodbye my friend
To Frank's family we offer our deepest sympathy. Enjoyed working with him and a true gentleman and colleague. Always glad to see or meet with him when we worked together. Sad, gone to early....
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J.R. McIntyre posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
I was deeply saddened to hear of Franks death. I had the pleasure of working with him over the years where we called upon his specific high level of expertise more times than I can count. Frank always stepped up to the challenge and got the job done with a smile and a sense of pride. He was a credit to the organization and will be missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. To the Velasco family please accept my sympathies at this most difficult time.
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Cathy McCrory donated to THE KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF CANADA / LA FONDATION CANADIENNE DU REIN
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
I had the privilege of working with Frank many years ago; he was a dedicated Member.
La Gata Roja
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Aniceto (Rex) Pereira posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
Hedda, Matthew and Christina
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace that you seek.
(Your neighbour from 14 Clovelly Drive)
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Craig Sorrie and Diane Gagnon posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 25, 2017
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of Frank. Diane and I are out of the country and will not be back prior to the funeral but wanted to let you know that our hearts, prayers and sympathies are with your family.
Craig and Diane
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Linda Vinette posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
Sincere condolences to Hedda and family on the loss of your beloved husband and father. Please know that the RCMP "family" is also grieving the loss of Frankie, a true gentleman in every sense of the word. Frankie had a great sense of humour, always took the time to have a conversation and was fun to work with. I am so happy that I was able to visit with him not too long ago and reminisce. It meant a lot to me as Frankie was definitely one of the good guys and I am saddened that he is no longer with us. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you struggle with this immense loss. Rest in peace Frankie.
Linda (VP)
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Brent & Olga Renouf posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
I had the great pleasure to work with Frank for many years and we attended the under cover course together.He made work seem like fun and always had a smile..
He will be sadly missed.
Condolences to the family.
Brent & Olga Renouf
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Helga and Ted Rankine posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
Our deepest condolences, Hedda, Matt and Christina. Frank will always live on in your hearts and in the memories you all made together.
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Mohammad & Sheema Arifullah posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences to the Valesco family. May he rest in peace. May God give all of you the strength to bear this loss. Ameen
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Marc and Lynn Birs posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
It is with great sadness that we learned of Frank's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
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Bill MacKay posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
Frank Velasco, a tireless worker through the years. Taken from his family and friends too soon.
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Aaron GOODING posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
I have such good memories of times working with Frank, his presence will be missed in the Force.
I am sorry for your loss.
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Bob Penney posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
Over the last 25 years or so I have had the privilege to work along side of Frank in many different capacities. Frank took his job very seriously and was quite good at it! Such sad news to hear of his passing.
Rest in Peace my friend.
Bob
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Alberto Neumann posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
I will miss your big smile Frank. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Fue un placer y un honor haber trabajado contigo y llamarte un amigo. Descansa en paz mi hermano.
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Ray and Gail Woodford donated to THE KIDNEY FOUNDATION OF CANADA / LA FONDATION CANADIENNE DU REIN
Monday, July 24, 2017
Frank and I went to Depot together in Troop 9. He was always a gentleman. Our condolences
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Ted Therrien posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
I have known Frank since our earliest days on RCMP Toronto Drug Squad in the late eighties. Well-liked and respected by everyone, Frank always demonstrated a strong work ethic and tireless dedication to his duty. A big man, and given the sometimes fearsome appearance his job demanded, strangers could easily be misled as to his true nature. Those of us lucky enough to have known him will forever remember a devoted family man whose gentle humour, kindness, and humility made our world a better place. With tears in my eyes, I extend my most heartfelt condolences to his beloved Hedda, the kids, and all those he left behind. Vaya con Dios, Javier, mi amigo.
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Michelle Brewer posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
My love to Christina and warmest thoughts to Hedda and Matt at this time.
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Monday, July 24, 2017
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I love and think of you each day, dad. Te quiero mucho. <3
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Chris Mathers posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
In the many years that I have known Frank, I don't think I ever saw him when he didn't have that great big smile on his face. Frank took our job very seriously, but never took himself so.
He was always the proud Dad, talking about the kids and their accomplishments.
Frankie did many great things but was never the type of guy to talk about them. I don't think I ever knew anyone else who was liked and loved by everyone he interacted with. Even the bad guys liked him!
Frank was my friend and I will miss him.
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Jack Skeie and Anna Mae Gabriel posted a condolence
Monday, July 24, 2017
Bagels and coffee on Sunday will never be the same.
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Monday, July 24, 2017
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Sunday, July 23, 2017
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