It is with sadness and broken hearts that the family of Benedict Dominic Leonard announce his passing on March 7th, 2022 at the age of 72 years. Benedict was predeceased by his parents Dominic and Catherine Leonard, parents-in-law Arthur and Mary Smith, sister-in-law Pearl Smith, brother-in-law Francis Ryan, nephew Blair Ryan, and lifetime friend Tom Leonard.
Leaving to mourn is the one and only love of his life for fifty-two years, Eileen Leonard; his four daughters and sons-in-law: Kimberly Leonard, Cauleen Daley (Chris), Karen Cooper (Jordan), Sharon Best (Steve), and John Best; his grandchildren: Karsen Best (Best Buddy), Tyson and Lauren Daley, Kerah and Jordy Cooper, and Kahlem and McKenna Best; his siblings which he held close to his heart: Peter (Carrie), Helen, Jerry (Trix), Hannah (Philip), Chrissy (Randy), and Dominic (Jennifer); his brother and sisters-in-law: Fronie, Effie (Kevin), Lawrence (Marion), Clyde (Pauline), Merriam (Tony), Edna (Bill), and Ray (Val); his nieces and nephews (Special Niece Marie), as well as a large circle of friends.
Our Dad was a remarkable spirit who worked diligently and tirelessly his entire life, always going above and beyond for his family. We are comforted by the caring memories of this treasured man along with the legacy of his strength of character and his outstanding resilience and patience. We will be forever thankful for his ability to be lucid and engaged up to his final moment. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and ability to give, to make someone’s life easier. His contagious smile, wholehearted laugh and enthusiastic sense of humor will live on in our hearts. The saying, “God gives the strongest soldiers the toughest battles,” was very applicable to Dad as he was called on to fight his greatest battle of all – cancer. He did what he could to be there for us as long as he could. He loved life and counted his blessings for the time he had on this earth. He has shown us all the meaning of will power, courage, bravery and determination. He was the epitome of strength and courage- a true inspiration to all!
A special thank you to Dr. Armstrong, Dr, Powell, Dr. Downton, Dr. Larsen and Dr. O’Dea of the Cancer Bliss Murphy Centre for their ongoing support, care, and compassion for Dad and to our family. Thank you to the doctors and nurses at the HSC Emergency, the paramedics, the nurses in the chemo unit and of 4 North A and B throughout Dad’s illness and many hospital stays. Thank you to the team at the palliative care unit where dad spent his final days, with a special thank you to Dr. Rogers, Dr. O’Dea, Nurse Practitioner Carmel Collins and LPN Lori Halleran for being there every step of the way for our family. We will be forever grateful for your dedication and support during this difficult time.
Resting at Christ the King Church in Southern Harbour with visitation taking place on Wednesday, March 9th from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. and on Thursday, March 10th from 10 a.m. -5 p.m. and from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Visitation will be coordinated at the church upon arrival. Funeral Mass will take place at Christ the King Church on Friday, March 11th at 2:00 p.m. If you wish to attend the funeral mass, registration will begin on Wednesday, March 9th at 9:00 a.m. To register, please contact (text/call) Kayla Somers at (709) 727-2758. Cremation to follow with a private family gathering at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Palliative Care Unit at the Miller Centre or a charity of your choice.
“A Life brings tears, smiles and memories. The tears dry; the smiles fade; but the memories last forever!” We have very fond memories of our Dad and they will be sure to keep our candles burning for years to come. Our lives were made richer because of him.
“Those we love, don’t go away, they walk beside us every day……unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved, still missed and very dear.”
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Lisa says
March 8, 2022 at 2:27 pmWhat a beautiful tribute to your dad. Every word spoke to who he was. Rest easy Uncle B; you deserve it. Condolences Aunt Eileen, Sharon, Karen, Kim, and Cauleen and to all who knew and loved him.
Carol and scott says
March 8, 2022 at 3:03 pmOur deepest condolences to you Eileen, may the memories you have of Leonard bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead
Madonna McCarthy says
March 8, 2022 at 3:22 pmAn absolutely beautiful tribute. Eileen, Kim, Cauleen, Karen and Sharon and all your families, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. 🥲🙏🤗
Frances Leonard puddester says
March 8, 2022 at 3:45 pmBeautiful tribute to your father memories will be forever in your heart ❤️ xoxo
Heather Hanlon says
March 8, 2022 at 3:54 pmKim, Cauleen and the Leonard family,
Please accept our condolences on your father’s passing. Thinking of you all,
Heather and Craig Hanlon
Susanna & Tony Gilbert says
March 8, 2022 at 4:57 pmThinking of you and your family during this very difficult time. Praying that your wonderful memories help to keep your spirits strong as you say goodbye to such a wonderful man, yur husband and father ❤Rest in Peace Benedict 🙏
Pat & Rosita Best says
March 8, 2022 at 5:01 pmOur sincere condolences to Eileen, Kim, Cauleen, Karen, Sharon and your families. May your cherished memories help you through this difficult and sad time. Benedict was a good man who touched many lives and left lasting memories to all who knew him. Rest in peace Benedict.
Marie and Brian Lewis says
March 8, 2022 at 6:13 pmCauleen and family , Our deepest condolences to you all. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Brian and Marie Lewis
Jean & Dave Cooper says
March 8, 2022 at 6:17 pmMrs. Leonard, Cauleen, Chris & family,
Sending our sincere condolences at this difficult time. Treasure all the good memories and they will help you though these days and as time passes they will bring a smile.
Take care of yourselves.
Dave and Jacinta Traverse says
March 8, 2022 at 7:16 pmOur sincerest condolences on Benedict”s passing to all of his family—he always had a smile–cherish all your memories.RIP Benedict
Bride Hepditch says
March 8, 2022 at 7:37 pmSo sorry to hear of Benedict’s passing. Deepest sympathy to all his family.
Lucille and Gordon Gambin says
March 8, 2022 at 7:50 pmEileen, Kim, Cauleen, Karen and Sharon and the Leonard Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of your husband, father and sibling. Words are inadequate at a time such as this but please know that we are thinking of you. May you find the love, comfort and peace you need in the days and weeks to come.
Doreen Ryan & Tom Ryan says
March 8, 2022 at 9:19 pmEileen, Kim,Cauleen,Sharon & Karen
We are so very sorry for your Loss,your dad was a wonderful soul.
May God give you all Strength in the difficult days ahead.
God Bless you All.
Rest in Peace Benedict
Mary Hynes says
March 8, 2022 at 10:26 pmEileen,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Benedict was a good friend to our family. Mom often speaks of him. He will be missed.
The Wakeham Family
Donnie Pender says
March 9, 2022 at 7:52 amKim, Words can’t describe how sorry I am for your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family during this very difficult time.
Brian & Laurie Haskell says
March 9, 2022 at 8:29 amSending our sincerest condolences to you all. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers as you face the difficult days ahead.
Joann & Ron says
March 9, 2022 at 9:21 amA beautiful tribute!Helen I heard you speak of him often!sending all of the family our condolences at this difficult time!
Sheena Edwards (Whiffen) says
March 9, 2022 at 9:47 amEileen, Kim, Cauleen, Sharon and Karen, Thinking of you at this difficult time and sending my condolences to you for the loss of Benedict. Take care, and take advantage of your large family to support you through this tough time.
Betty Leonard says
March 9, 2022 at 10:24 amA beautiful tribute to Benedict. Please accept our sincere condolences to your family. He fought a brave battle and now he is at peace. Your memories will help you as time moves on. It seems such a short time ago since we were all walking to school together in good and bad weather. Hugs to you all and know I am thinking about you and praying for you all.
Janet Short says
March 9, 2022 at 10:43 amEileen, Kim, and Karsen and Leonard family please accept my sincere condolences on Benedict’s passing. Your written tribute to “Pop” is beautiful. I can still hear him out before dawn bobbing between the two driveways on a snowy morning with scrapper in tow, ensuring all hands had a smooth start to their day! Thoughtful, caring and respectful individual, indeed. Rest In Peace dear neighbour. Janet Short
Dave and Rebecca Coady says
March 9, 2022 at 10:50 amKim,sorry to hear of your fathers passing.
Deepest condolences to you and your family.
Bonnie Woodland says
March 9, 2022 at 12:20 pmDear Kim and Family
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. The beautiful obituatry is a tribute to his life – the love he gave and the love he received. May your memories keep him close to you. Sincere condolences.
Edward and Elaine Waterman says
March 9, 2022 at 3:50 pmSorry for your loss. Condolences to you and your family.
Don Emberley says
March 9, 2022 at 8:09 pmOur deepest condolences to Kim and family. We had the honour of meeting your dad and witnessed first hand what a special person he was. May your many wonderful memories bring you comfort. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Don, Paulette and Claire Emberley
Ed & Christine Warford says
March 9, 2022 at 8:48 pmEileen &Family
We are so sorry to hear of Benedict’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Mark Peddle says
March 10, 2022 at 6:47 amEileen and his girls,
I’m very sorry to hear of Benedict’s passing. He was a great man who loved his Family and spoke fondly of you all. I had the opportunity to work for him and Peter a couple of times and made lifetime friends from it and tried to get in to see him whenever i was home. Sincere condolences to you all and cherish the memories that you have of him.
Bernice & Fred Crowley says
March 10, 2022 at 10:34 amBeautiful tribute to a wonderful Man. Our sincere condolences to Eileen, his daughters and their families, his siblings, and all his family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, during this sad time of your great loss. God bless you all.
Theresa and Bob Newman says
March 10, 2022 at 12:02 pmCauleen, Chris and Family
Sorry to hear about your Father’s passing. Thinking of you at this most difficult time. May he Rest in Peace.
Noreen Holden says
March 11, 2022 at 8:55 amKim. Your Mom & the Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your Father. We know that this is a very difficult time for all of you. You are in our thoughts & prayers at this sad time.
Sincerely
Bonnie & Noreen
Achieva Education
Terry & Betty O'Keefe says
March 11, 2022 at 12:18 pmLeonard Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear loved one. Benedict had a smile that was contagious and a warm, kind personality. A gentle man who will be dearly missed by all those who had the pleasure of his company. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Benedict may you rest in peace, dear cousin.
” Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
Ed and Rita Best says
March 11, 2022 at 1:14 pmCondolences to you and your family on the sad passing of Benedict. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time in your lives. God bless you and grant you strength during this difficult time.. RIP Benedict.
Andy Leonard says
March 11, 2022 at 5:02 pmTo Eileen, Kim, Cauleen, Karen and Sharron
I’m very sad to hear of the loss of a good friend and a great husband and father, we had a lot of fond memories together.
He fought a hard battle, he will be missed.
Bill Dunphy says
March 12, 2022 at 12:51 pmMy deepest condolences to Eileen,and the girl Kim,Coleen,Sharon and Karen.
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