Oriet Jr., Freddy
October 27, 1948 ~ March 06, 2026
Alfred L. Oriet Jr., known to many as “Freddy,” of Inwood, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Bluewater Health on Friday, March 6, 2026, at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Donna (Dewhirst) for 58 years and son of the late Alfred and Mary Oriet. Loving father of Cheryl (Al) and Gerry (Amy). He was predeceased by his son Owen. Proud grandfather of Taylor (James) and Brett (Olivia), loving great-grandfather of Thomas and Lennon. He was predeceased by his grandson Tyler. Dear brother of Jean (the late Paul), Betty (Doug), and Pat (Rob). He will be missed by his in-laws from Donna’s family: the late Bruce (the late Marion); Carl (the late Cathy); the late Maxine (the late Jim); the late Paul (Gwen); Ruth (the late Paul); Roy (Joan); Ron (Connie); and Al. Freddy will be missed by all who knew him. He and Donna were the proud owners of Inwood Grocery & Catering for 38 years. Freddy loved to tease anyone who came into the store—if he teased you, you knew he liked you. He was known for making the best roast beef for community events, and everyone looked forward to it. He was a devoted supporter of the London Knights and worked tirelessly fundraising for his community. He also looked forward to Sunday nights at the casino. Freddy’s kindness, humour, and dedication to his family and community will be remembered by many.
Funeral Details
A Celebration of Freddy’s life will be held on Sunday, March 29, at the Brooke-Alvinston Inwood Community Centre from 1–4 p.m.
Donations
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Inwood 150th Committee or Shiloh-Inwood United Church.
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Our sincere sympathy to your families. Fred will sure be missed in our community.
Donna, Gerry and family. Please accept my deepest condolences .I can’t remember a time when Fred wasn’t at the store teasing us kids. He gave us our own names .. The Littles lol or more commonly Frik and Frak.. which he still called Quenton and I well into our adult years . I tried to make a point to stop in whenever i was back in town and always had great conversations catching up on the latest news. May you all find peace during this difficult time.
Charlotte ❤️ (Frik or Frak )
Our sincere condolences to Fred’s family.
Condolences to Donna Cheryl and family
Fred is very much missed.
Inwood has lost a great friend. His family has loss a great person and we all have loss his smile and kindness. Rest in peace as your struggle has ended.
Donna and family, I was sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. You have both been great ambassadors for your community over the years. Cherish your memories – they last a life time.
Thoughts and Prayers are with you Donna and family. Sincerely Ron & Cheryl Saunders
Sorry to hear of Fred’s passing he will be missed in the area.
Very sorry to hear about Freddy, you guys have been community stalwarts for so many years. Respected by those who know you and that is quite a lot of people. Thinking about Donna, Cheryl, Gerry and family during this tough time
Donna, Cheryl, Gerry and family, Paul and I are very sorry about Fred’s passing. There was always a joke and a story every time we saw him. Inwood won’t be the same without Freddy aka. Jr. as I knew him by when I was a kid. 🙏🌹
To Donna and all Freddys family. We wish to express our sympathy to you all at this difficult time. Freddy was a great asset to the town of Inwood and community and surely will be missed. Ken & Barb Alderman
Sending Sincere Condolences to Freddys Family.
He leaves behind many great memories.
My sincere condolences to the families.
Very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. My deepest condolences to Donna, Cheryl & Gerry. Fred will be missed
My heartfelt condolences to Donna, Cheryl, Gerry and extended family. I have many great memories working for Fred and Donna years ago. The community has lost a very dedicated man. May the support of your family, friends and greater community uphold you during the difficult days ahead. Rest in peace Fred.
To all Fred’s Families so sorry to hear. Fred has the Best Roast Beef and Buns . When picking it up he always loved to chat and was such a nice guy him and Donna always so friendly . He always liked to catch up on the news and our Family . Thinking of you all at this difficult time . Love Always Maureen (Mccallum) Bailey and Family xoxo
Don and I extend our sincere condolences to Donna and all Fred’s family. His passing has affected his friends and community. Special memories for sure.
So sorry for this families loss I remember Fred , Donna and family when they lived on Brooke St.in Wyoming. and knew Cheryl and Owen well.
Dear Donna,
I am so sorry to read of Fred’s passing. He was a character for sure but a good one. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. RIP Fred.
Chris Manders
Watford
Our sincere condolences to all of the family of Fred. He will be sorely missed by his family and community. Rod and Catherine Phillips.
So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. My condolences to you Donna, Cheryl& Jeremy and families. He was a great neighbour and friend to my family. RIP Fred.
Pete and I are extremely sorry to hear this… sending Donna and family our Sincerest Sympathies