FRED SHANE, M.D. FRCPC

Condolences & Memories (9 entries)

• I can still hear Fred’s voice saying “Take the course on History of Political Thought as your third year elective. It will widen your view of the world and won’t lower your marks to get into Medicine.” He was right on both points although after the first two weeks of the course, I must admit I thought this recommendation might be his practical joke on me a Science student. Fred’s advice reflected his wide interests and readings which he integrated into his approach to work and life. After he and Lois moved to Vancouver, my wife and I would go out to dinner and talk about the Winnipeg that nurtured us, the challenges of medicine, the human personality and the world of politics. Fred always had a fascinating story, well told, a commentary on the human condition, a laugh at absurd things and a somber insight into the tragic ones. I looked forward to our next diners and am sad because we won’t have any more time with a person of warm, sincerity, humility and compassion. - Posted by: Simon W Rabkin (Friend and colleagure) on: Sep 26, 2018

• Fred and I became friends while in residency and later were colleagues in psychiatric practice. We lost contact in recent years but the bond sustains and I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was clearly committed to engaging with those wanting help with self exploration. He was also significantly involved with contributing to an understanding of relationship abuse and associated psychiatric and legal consequences. I respected and admired his compassion, understanding,and very thoughtful appraisal of difficult situations and problems. He will be missed, both personally and professionally. My sincere condolences to Lois and family. - Posted by: Janice Ingimundson (Colleague and friend) on: Sep 23, 2018

• I am shocked and saddened to hear of Fred’s death. We were classmates at medical school, both of us specialized in psychiatry and and our paths crossed on occasions. What I remember most are his sense of humour, his keen and curious mind and his caringness towards others. My condolences to Lois and his extended family. Howard Book MD - Posted by: Howard Book, MD (Collegue) on: Sep 23, 2018

• I am very sad to hear that Fred Shane passed away. I lived across from the Shane family on Smithfield Avenue. My late cousin Norman Satran was best friend with Fred, unfortunately Norman passed away far to young.. I can remember the day that I met him being only younger than 8 years old and Fred and his brother's introduced themselves to Norman and I. My deepest condolences to Lois and the family Ricki Segal (nee Stern) - Posted by: Ricki Segal (nee Stern) (friend ) on: Sep 22, 2018

• I was saddened to hear of Fred's passing. He was a remarkable person with a terrific insight into the human mind and spirit. We first met when I was covering one of the many trials that Fred was often called to testify at as an expert witness. Over the years when I was preparing for an interview with someone who was going to be a tough nut to crack, I would call Fred on occasion and ask him how he would approach it. He always gave me a terrific solution. I remember a few times, the puzzled look on an interviews face when they couldn't decide if they were talking to a reporter or a shrink. I will always look back at our time together, with a smile and a lot of great memories. RIP Fred. - Posted by: Ross Rutherford (Good Friends) on: Sep 22, 2018

• I am very saddened to learn today of Fred's passing. Fred and I had become good friends in my days in Winnipeg as a young psychiatrist. Sadly we had lost touch in recent years. He was always very supportive. He was a wise man. He was a genuine mensch. Lois, and the rest of your family, my I express my heartfelt condolence. - Posted by: Max Sucharov (Friend and colleague) on: Sep 21, 2018

• I am devastated and saddened to learn of Fred's passing. He was stellar in all of his undertakings professional and personal. A remarkable humanity characterized his personality garnering admiration and love from all who crossed paths with him. Fred was known as a terrific marathon runner,an outstanding psychiatrist and a great friend. Remembering his sharp sense of humour and keen mind so in evidence whenever he was a speaker at conferences,or smaller groups now helps to assuage the pain of his loss. My deepest condolences to his fine family at this difficult time.The knowledge that he was so important to so many people will doubtless be of some comfort. - Posted by: Beverly McCaffrey (Friend) on: Sep 21, 2018

• I often typed Dr. Shane's notes and correspondence while I was employed at Selkirk Mental Hospital from 1966 - 1972. Dr. Shane was a very competent and kind psychiatrist and very pleasant to deal with. I knew he ran in marathons and found this very interesting. My condolences to his wife and all the family and friends and may precious memories bring you comfort at this difficult time. - Posted by: Elizabeth Bennett (nee Myketiuk) (Worked at Selkirk Mental Hospital and knew Dr. Shane) on: Sep 21, 2018

• I am so sorry to read the news of Fred's Death. Over the years we ran hundreds if not thousands of miles together. I enjoyed each mile. Although we haven't seen each other for many years I still remember those log runs in Kildonan Park and running in the Boston Marathon. My condolences to Lois and the Shane Family. - Posted by: Allan (Friend) on: Sep 21, 2018