Fred Fimio

Fred Fimio

January 31, 1925 – September 30, 2025

Fred passed away peacefully at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Barrie on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at the age of 100. Fred is survived by his sons Levi and Micheal Fimio; grandchildren Jesse and Dustin Fimio. Fred was a WWII D-Day Veteran and survivor who enjoyed collecting antiques and WWII memorabilia. Fred was also one of North America’s leading authorities on Japanese Samurai and Swords, writing several books on the subject. He was also founder and owner of the Japanese Sword Society of Canada. Friends and family will be received at Legacy Funeral Home 55 Cedar Pointe Drive, Barrie (parking and entrance on Hwy 400 side of building) on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 for a Memorial Visitation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.