BORN

1967

DIED

2017

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Rosar-Morrison Funeral Home & Chapel

467 Sherbourne Street

Toronto, Ontario

Michael Leland Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 23, 2017.

Leland, John "Michael" - After a lengthy illness, with his family by his side, Michael passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Ontario. Beloved husband and partner of Mike Loader. Loving son of John and Rita Leland, Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Dear brother of Mark and his wife Tamrha, Houston, Texas; Matt and his wife Andrea, Fort Collins, Colorado, and brother-in-law of Colleen Loader. Dear uncle of Anna, Luke, Ida and Heidi. Michael enjoyed photography, architecture and a good cup of coffee.
Friends may visit at the Rosar-Morrison Funeral Home & Chapel, 467 Sherbourne Street, Toronto, Ontario (Sherbourne south of Wellesley) on Friday, February 24, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 25, 2017 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, 520 Sherbourne Street, Toronto, Ontario (Sherbourne north of Wellesley). Cremation to follow.
Donations to the St. Michael's Hospital Foundation would be appreciated by the family as your expression of sympathy.

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March 2, 2017

Maria Swindell Gus

Sincere condolences to the entire family. Peace and strength to all of you at this time. What a wonderful slide show of his life and love. I'm so sorry to all of you for this terrible loss. Love from Oklahoma.

March 1, 2017

Melanie Wolczuk

I was saddened to hear of Michaels passing. We were both member/moderators of a Flikr photo group for the last few years. I did not know him personally however know he was a man who touched many. His comments and words of encouragement will be missed.

March 1, 2017

Brett Swain

Michael and I spoke on line through a shared interest in photography for a number of years. Michael struck me as being a kind and caring individual. He illustrated this not so long ago to me when I suffered a serious illness. Michael was supportive and showed genuine concern even though he was coping with his own health issues.

My most sincere condolences to Michael's partner, family and friends.

March 1, 2017

Raf Degeest

what a shock to hear this, although I didn't know Michael personally, we were online buddies and commented on each other photos posted on the photography website Flickr, where he was also a moderator in the 52 weeks group. I will miss your pictures. RIP,

March 1, 2017

Marsha Ellison

So sorry to hear of Michael's passing. I have never met him and my only contact with him has been through photography. It saddens me to know that this dear soul has died so young. Rest in peace, friend.

February 28, 2017

Dave DeMarco

I'll miss Michael's wonderful photos and comments that he posted on Flickr. We both helped to moderate a photo group and his input and suggestions were always very much appreciated. Thoughts and prayers.

February 24, 2017

Patti Mason

I never met Michael, but knowing his parents I have no doubt that he was a man of intellect & curosity, had an intense love for travel & adventure and was compassionate & loving toward his fellowman. Peace and prayers.

February 24, 2017

Jerry Rutherford

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February 24, 2017

Tim Dwyer

Too soon has your kindness and bright smile been taken. Courage and optimism shone from you Michael. God speed.

February 23, 2017

Roland Mosher

Sincere condolences to the family and loved ones.
Roland and Pat Mosher.

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