1947
2014
Peacefully at home, surrounded by love, on Wednesday, July 16, 2014. Leigh passed away in his 67th year. He joined his parents Madeline & Charlie, and sister Linda. He will live on in the hearts of his children, his pride and joy, Liz (Clive), Jason (Heather), Chad (Krista), Becky (Mike), Madeline (Preston) and his grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by his companion Pam Sliwinski, his brother John (Faye), sister Verlee and stepbrother John (Anna). Sadly missed by his best friends Sandy, Gerry and Eleanor. Leigh was born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario. He began working as an ironworker and later joined TRW as a welder where he retired last year. Leigh was an avid photographer, golfer and all around fun loving man. His love and laughter will be fondly remembered by his enormous group of friends. The family would like to thank his support system, Dr. Tytus, MJ, Dr. Ghert, Dr. Tozer, Dr. Bertothy, nurse Jodi, everyone at JCC and the palliative care home team especially nurse Bonnie for all their amazing care and compassion given to Dad. Friends and family are invited to share in memories of Leigh with the family at CRESMOUNT FUNERAL HOME - “FENNEL CHAPEL”, 322 Fennell Avenue East, Hamilton on Monday, July 21, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel with interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or Wellwood Centre would be appreciated.
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July 21, 2014
Guest
My condolences and prayers are with Leigh's family at this sad time. Leigh was a wonderful person who brightened everyone's day with his smile, his jokes, his generosity and his all around sense of fun. I will never forget him
July 21, 2014
Alex Petersen
Sending our deepest sympathies at the loss of a good man. Alex Petersen and Family
July 21, 2014
Thinking of you all , and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers
Rick and Tina Forbes of Grimsby
July 21, 2014
Jason Sliwinski
No words can express what a loss our family is feeling. Leigh had a big heart, a big smile, and always lit up the room. We will keep you in our memories forever Leigh. We will miss you dearly.
Love Jason & Bonnie xox
July 20, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
Paul and Mojca Daszko
July 19, 2014
Michael Phelan
Our condolences to Leigh's family. Our shift at work was always better and more easy going if Bobby was on the same shift. He was such a great guy and fun to be with. Always asking if you wanted something from Timmy's as he skipped out to walk up to the corner. Always lots of funny golf stories. We were better for knowing him. Mike & Ginette Phelan.
July 19, 2014
Mike Ferrie
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. Rest in Heavenly peace Leigh
July 19, 2014
Adam, Cec and Dana Macartney
We knew Leigh at different times in our lives, Cec knew him from the Parkdale boys and he was called hooker because of his good right cross. I met Leigh at the Kel-Main and continued to be in touch with him through our kids that grew up together. Adam, Chad and Jay have been friends for many years. Our hearts go out to the family at this time and hope that Leigh is at peace now.
July 18, 2014
I worked with Bobby at TRW in the Toolroom. He was a good worker and always in a cheery mood. He was a joy to know. He will be missed by all who knew him. With sympathy. Bill Hallett
July 18, 2014
Babs Dowin
Pam and Leigh's family. My condolences to you in the passing of Leigh. He was such a fun guy to be around. I will always remember the laughs we shared with our mutual friends, Sandy and Gerry. I enjoyed playing golf with Leigh, he was always so encouraging and fun to play with. Rest In Peace Leigh.
July 18, 2014
Leigh was an amazing guy and an awesome photographer I know he will be missed by so many, Eleanor and the kids will be watched over by an east end angel...My heart goes out to you all... Love Dawn Sutherland and the Sutherland Family
July 18, 2014
He put up a true 'east end warrior' fight to the finish. Will be missed by so many. Strength and peace to the whole family and his dear friends. Love from Sewer and Sharon Smith
July 18, 2014
gordon c. barron
dear jason , chad ,becky, mattie, liz,and all of your children and significant others. as well as pam , eleanor. aunt verl and uncle johnny . please except my sincere sorrow at uncle leigh's passing. i was lucky enough to get to see him a few times this past winter and i thank jesus christ for the time in which i got to know him. i will remember him fondly for such memories as him taking me camping with jason and chad in his big blue car. as well as him lying to me that he was going to take me to the show ( which i reminded him of when we last saw one another) instead i was dressed in hockey equipment and put on the ice at parkdale arena. it is a wonderful memory to have. also he coached jason chad and myself for westburn soccer team. not to mention all the family functions through out the years. i regret that i will not be coming as it is too difficult a task for me as i don't like funerals. rest assured that i will visit him on my own. i am sad for you all i know he was always a devoted father and a much respected man through out our community.i will keep you all in my prayers and i hope that christ will comfort all of your collective hurt. i loved him and i too & shall miss him,but i am greatful to have known him. i send you all my love and hope that you will know that i care. i heard that he was not doing so well just the other day. i know that nothing i can or will say will ease anyone's sorrow but i am thankful he no longer has to suffer. when we last saw one another i could tell the pain and frustration he was coping with.rest assured he has gone home to nan ,papa, gi gi , florence, my mother and all of the family members that went before him. i hope you all will find comfort in christ jesus at this time. i send you all, my love now and forever in all sincerity gordon charles barron p.s. goodbye uncle leigh may you rest in peace .until we meet again ,kiss them for me. always little gordie xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
July 18, 2014
walter prymak
Dear Family:
Please accept my heartfelt condolences in the repose of Leigh. Our paths first crossed at Ballard public school & then on to high school at Glendale, so we go back many years. it's hard to believe that he's gone. May God grant you strength & solace in your loss.
July 18, 2014
Pam and family. Deepest condolences from Mark, Rhea and Lattimer family. Bobbie will be in our hearts forever. He has truly touched so many with his passion for humour and his strong love for the individuals close to him.
July 18, 2014
On behalf of Officers, Members & Staff of Ironworkers Local 736 our deepest sympathy.
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