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[billsp...@aol.com]

Hi, Fred Stetson passed away recently, after failing health. If you knew Fred, you knew his as unpretentious but confident, generous, knowledgeable, courteous, a talented writer, photographer, and an excellent tennis player. Our world is a little less civil for Fred's absence, I suppose some other world has welcomed his wonderful spirit. As plans for remembrance unfold, I will pass them along. Bill   

[Carmela Monaco]

Sending heartfelt condolences to Kate. How very sad for our community. 💔

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On Apr 24, 2026, at 8:11 AM, 'billsp...@aol.com' via Starr Farm Beach <starr-fa...@googlegroups.com> wrote:



Hi, Fred Stetson passed away recently, after failing health. If you knew Fred, you knew his as unpretentious but confident, generous, knowledgeable, courteous, a talented writer, photographer, and an excellent tennis player. Our world is a little less civil for Fred's absence, I suppose some other world has welcomed his wonderful spirit. As plans for remembrance unfold, I will pass them along. Bill   

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[Laurie Curley]

Yes, so very sorry Kate and family for the loss of such a special guy. Fred was the epitome of a gentleman. He had a beautiful little sailboat anchored in front of our camp for years, that was so loved by him and added to the ambience of Starr Farm. I was gifted a sail with him a few times and it was lovely. 

Fred, you will be missed.

💕Laurie

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On Apr 24, 2026, at 8:22 AM, 'Carmela Monaco' via Starr Farm Beach <starr-fa...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

Sending heartfelt condolences to Kate. How very sad for our community. 💔

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[Jeff Allen]

Thanks for letting us know, the loss of a kind and gentle soul. Our condolences to Kate and family, Jeff

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[Dan Boardman]

I enjoyed playing Tennis with Fred and seeing him out on the lake sailing. Most of all his smile and calming personality will be missed! 

Dan Boardman

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On Apr 24, 2026, at 8:10 AM, 'billsp...@aol.com' via Starr Farm Beach <starr-fa...@googlegroups.com> wrote:



Hi, Fred Stetson passed away recently, after failing health. If you knew Fred, you knew his as unpretentious but confident, generous, knowledgeable, courteous, a talented writer, photographer, and an excellent tennis player. Our world is a little less civil for Fred's absence, I suppose some other world has welcomed his wonderful spirit. As plans for remembrance unfold, I will pass them along. Bill   

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[Phil Wagner]

We of camp 13, Barbara and Phil, are saddened by this news. Fred was a good friend and we will miss him. Our deepest condolences to Kate.

On Fri, Apr 24, 2026 at 6:10 AM 'billsp...@aol.com' via Starr Farm Beach <starr-fa...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

Hi, Fred Stetson passed away recently, after failing health. If you knew Fred, you knew his as unpretentious but confident, generous, knowledgeable, courteous, a talented writer, photographer, and an excellent tennis player. Our world is a little less civil for Fred's absence, I suppose some other world has welcomed his wonderful spirit. As plans for remembrance unfold, I will pass them along. Bill   

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[Carla Van de Walle]

We are so sorry to hear this. Sending our heartfelt condolences to Kate—Fred was a remarkable man, and we are thinking of Kate and all who loved him during this sad time.

 - Craig & Carla

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[Ashley Sullivan]

I am so sorry to hear this. Fred was so kind and curious. He loved sailing as much as me and we always exchanged salty stories when we saw each other and a few cherished memories of sailing on his beloved Beetle Cat.

His gentle spirt will be missed, sending heaps of love to Kate.

xo

Ashley

On Apr 24, 2026, at 8:10 AM, 'billsp...@aol.com' via Starr Farm Beach <starr-fa...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

Hi, Fred Stetson passed away recently, after failing health. If you knew Fred, you knew his as unpretentious but confident, generous, knowledgeable, courteous, a talented writer, photographer, and an excellent tennis player. Our world is a little less civil for Fred's absence, I suppose some other world has welcomed his wonderful spirit. As plans for remembrance unfold, I will pass them along. Bill   

[Kelly Engelman]

So sorry to hear this. Hugs to Katie and the family. Fred was always so positive and cheerful every time I saw him. 

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[Joan Boardman]

It is sad to hear that Fred is no longer with us. He was a special person and I am so glad that we have a photo that Fred produced hanging in our camp.  Sending my love and sympathy to Kate.

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On Apr 24, 2026, at 11:13 AM, Kelly Engelman <kenge...@gmail.com> wrote:

So sorry to hear this. Hugs to Katie and the family. Fred was always so positive and cheerful every time I saw him. 

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[BILL Roach]

So sorry to hear about Fred and our condolences to Kate. Fred loved to watch hockey and we got together on several ocassions at camp to watch the Boston Bruins. Also my daughter-in-law enjoyed playing tennis with Fred while in Vermont. He had such a calm spirit about him and was always there to help when things needed taking care of. He will be greatly missed by all. Rest in Peace Fred. 

On 04/24/2026 8:10 AM EDT 'billsp...@aol.com' via Starr Farm Beach <starr-fa...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

 

 

Hi, Fred Stetson passed away recently, after failing health. If you knew Fred, you knew his as unpretentious but confident, generous, knowledgeable, courteous, a talented writer, photographer, and an excellent tennis player. Our world is a little less civil for Fred's absence, I suppose some other world has welcomed his wonderful spirit. As plans for remembrance unfold, I will pass them along. Bill   

 

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[Jeff Allen]

A kind and gentle soul who always brought joy to our hearts. So sorry for your loss Kate, Jeff & Susan

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[Glenn Parker]

Kate I am so sorry to hear of Fred’s transition; I so enjoyed playing tennis  with him and we both shared the love of sailing RIP my friend.

Glenn & Sherri

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