Police have identified the victims in a fire on Monday, November 29 on Robins Road, east of Highway 11 south, in Strong Township
The three recovered from the residence are identified as Chris Fraser, 47, the bylaw enforcement officer in South River, his wife Emily, 45, and their daughter Kelly, 11.
Their pet dog and cat also perished in the blaze.
See: Three bodies recovered from Strong Township fire
The Village of South River, in a post on its website, says it was "deeply saddened" to learn of the passing of our Municipal Law Enforcement Officer Chris Fraser, his wife Emily and daughter Kelly.
"Municipal Law enforcement was a new career to Chris when he joined the Village in 2016 and worked with the Townships of Joly and Strong, he never stopped learning and growing in his chosen profession.
Chris was a big man, with the nickname “Tank” and an even bigger heart. Always ready to help and prepared to do whatever he could for those around him both professionally and personally. We benefitted greatly from his “get it done attitude” and always with a story and a reminder to keep smiling.
Chris was passionate about all things automotive which were only surpassed by his love and dedication to his family, always caring for and leading them. The love could be heard in his voice as his stories usually were about Emily and his children.
Chris will be deeply missed at the Village, a one of a kind that will never be replaced.
In order to assist his family, a trust account has been set up by the Township of Strong. E-transfers can be sent to [email protected] or under account #05022-1006048 by visiting your local RBC Branch.
Our hearts and prayers are with family and friends at this very difficult time."
The family is survived by two adult children, a son, and daughter in their early 20s. The Frasers were also expecting a grandbaby.
A gofundme page has been created here.
The goal is $30,000. As of Monday afternoon, over $15,000 had been raised from 129 donors.
Police do not believe the deaths are suspicious however the cause and origin of the fire are still under investigation by the Fire Marshall.
Almaguin Highlands OPP along with the Office of the Fire Marshall, the Sundridge Strong Fire Department, the South River Machar Fire Department, and the Magnetawan Fire Department responded to the fire at approximately 6:30 a.m.
