At BIuewater Rest Home in Zurich, on Saturday, September 14, 2019, Iester leonhardt of Seaforth passed away in his 97th year.
BeIoved husband of the Iate ellzabeth Betty (Matthews) (2003). Ioved father of Susan (1987) and Brian & Karen of St. Joseph. Cherished grandfather and great-grandfather. Dear brother to Mervin of Mitchell, AIvin of Stratford and Iaurine of Kitchener.
Iester was very proud to receive a Certificate of Recognition for his service during the Second WorId War, from Canadas Prime Minister.
The leonhardt FamiIy wouId Iike to express thanks to the BIuewater Rest Home heaIth care angeIs for their kindness and excellent care.
Arrangements are entrusted to McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home (519-527-1390), 87 Goderich Street West, Seaforth. Cremation has taken pIace. There wiII be no visitation. Private famiIy interment wiII take pIace in St. James CathoIic Cemetery.
As expressions of sympathy memoriaI donations to Seaforth Iegion, Branch 156 wouId be greatIy appreciated by the famiIy. OnIine condoIences can be shared with the famiIy by visiting Iesters memoriaI page at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
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sharon.medd@gmail.com
Brain, Karen and family, Sincere condolences for the loss of your Dad, he was a very special man, always a warm smile, loved life to the fullest, our thoughts and prayers to all. God Bless Leo and Sharon
Wanda Dietz
Our Sympathy to the Leonhardt family, Lester was a kind , caring, thoughtful and also a knowledgable person.
We will miss him.
Sincerely, Wanda & Milton Dietz.
Ben & Arlene van den Akker
We wish to express our deepest sympathy to the Leonhardt family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Arlene & Ben
Val Leis
Brian and Karen,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Love Jeff and Val Leis
John Holland
sorry for your loss Brian, Karen Tina, and to the grandchildren sincerely John Holland.
Blue Water Rest Home
Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board at Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Cheryl Talbot
my thoughts and prayers are with you Brian and Karen so sorry for your loss.
Freda Santonato
We will always have fond memories of Lester and Betty welcoming us into their home and family. May memories of happy times remain in our hearts. Freda Santonato and Family
Rev. Paula Taylor Morgan
Brian, Karen and family. So saddened to learn of Les&&single&& passing. I so enjoyed my visits with him and often Brian as well on my Wednesdays at Blue Water. He was a very dear man and I loved to hear his stories and spend time with him.
My sincere condolences
Donald Ahrens
Brian and family, our thoughts are with you. Cousin Don and Linda Ahrens
Judy Beuerman
Brian and Karen and grandchildren our deepest sympathy. We enjoy visiting with Les and reminiscence about his younger days also about his family which he loved to talk about. We will miss our many visit to Zurich. Rest in Peace Les. Sincerest sympathy Warren and Judy Beuerman
Brian and Linda Phillips
We are so sorry for your loss Brian and Karen. No matter the age it is never easy to lose a loved one. We are thinking of you in this time of sorrow.
Carolanne Doig
Karen and Brian, my sincere sympathy at this time. Although had a long and happy life it is a sad time losing your father, father in law and grandfather. I trust your memories will be filled with laughter and smiles.
Ted & Lois Wilbee
Brian & Karen:
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. It never mattered whether you were related by blood or connected by fate, Les’s heart was sincere & pure. His quiet, unassuming nature left such an impact on Aunt Bernie & our whole family since he came into our lives. His quiet, incisive demeanor always commanded the utmost respect. He will be missed by many, but forgotten by none. A true gentleman!
Wesenberg Family
Our deepest sympathy to the Leonhardt family. Our thought and prayers are with you.
The Wesenberg Family
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Brian, Karen and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Larry and Dianne McGrath
Our sincere sympathy to Les&&single&&s family. We will remember his workmanship and work ethic when he assisted in building our first home in 1979. His smile and friendly disposition will be missed. Always a gentleman. Our thoughts are with his family.
Jack Groothuis
My deepest sympathies to the family. Many memories from the Coleman Street neighborhood.
sharon.medd@gmail.com
Brain, Karen and family, Sincere condolences for the loss of your Dad, he was a very special man, always a warm smile, loved life to the fullest, our thoughts and prayers to all. God Bless Leo and Sharon
Wanda Dietz
Our Sympathy to the Leonhardt family, Lester was a kind , caring, thoughtful and also a knowledgable person.
We will miss him.
Sincerely, Wanda & Milton Dietz.
Ben & Arlene van den Akker
We wish to express our deepest sympathy to the Leonhardt family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Arlene & Ben
Val Leis
Brian and Karen,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Love Jeff and Val Leis
John Holland
sorry for your loss Brian, Karen Tina, and to the grandchildren sincerely John Holland.
Blue Water Rest Home
Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board at Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Cheryl Talbot
my thoughts and prayers are with you Brian and Karen so sorry for your loss.
Freda Santonato
We will always have fond memories of Lester and Betty welcoming us into their home and family. May memories of happy times remain in our hearts. Freda Santonato and Family
Rev. Paula Taylor Morgan
Brian, Karen and family. So saddened to learn of Les&&single&& passing. I so enjoyed my visits with him and often Brian as well on my Wednesdays at Blue Water. He was a very dear man and I loved to hear his stories and spend time with him.
My sincere condolences
Donald Ahrens
Brian and family, our thoughts are with you. Cousin Don and Linda Ahrens
Judy Beuerman
Brian and Karen and grandchildren our deepest sympathy. We enjoy visiting with Les and reminiscence about his younger days also about his family which he loved to talk about. We will miss our many visit to Zurich. Rest in Peace Les. Sincerest sympathy Warren and Judy Beuerman
Brian and Linda Phillips
We are so sorry for your loss Brian and Karen. No matter the age it is never easy to lose a loved one. We are thinking of you in this time of sorrow.
Carolanne Doig
Karen and Brian, my sincere sympathy at this time. Although had a long and happy life it is a sad time losing your father, father in law and grandfather. I trust your memories will be filled with laughter and smiles.
Ted & Lois Wilbee
Brian & Karen:
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. It never mattered whether you were related by blood or connected by fate, Les’s heart was sincere & pure. His quiet, unassuming nature left such an impact on Aunt Bernie & our whole family since he came into our lives. His quiet, incisive demeanor always commanded the utmost respect. He will be missed by many, but forgotten by none. A true gentleman!
Wesenberg Family
Our deepest sympathy to the Leonhardt family. Our thought and prayers are with you.
The Wesenberg Family
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Brian, Karen and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Larry and Dianne McGrath
Our sincere sympathy to Les&&single&&s family. We will remember his workmanship and work ethic when he assisted in building our first home in 1979. His smile and friendly disposition will be missed. Always a gentleman. Our thoughts are with his family.
Jack Groothuis
My deepest sympathies to the family. Many memories from the Coleman Street neighborhood.