On August 18, Leonard passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family at the age of 75, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Len is lovingly remembered by his wife of 53 years, Irene–semicolon– his seven children, Bernadine (Dennis) Sanche, Anne Marie (Michael) Miller, Corinne (Russ) Palchuk, Michelle, Colette, Greg (Cheryl) Genest and Marc (Jennifer) Genest–semicolon– 16 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and two sisters, Albina and Fern.
He is predeceased by his parents, Ernest and Angele Genest and his sister, Lorraine Labossiere.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 at Assumption Catholic Church, 9040 – 95 Avenue, Edmonton at 1:00 p.m. with Father Paul Kavanagh and Father Don Stein.
Deb Schellenberger says
Colette, I was sorry to hear of the death of your father. Being at home with his family by his side was no doubt a blessing for all of you. Given the closeness you had with your father, I am sure you have many memories to sustain you through this difficult time. My condolences to you and your family.
Diane and Rob Quilley says
Dear Auntie Irene and all my Genest cousins…We were so very sad to hear about the passing of Uncle Leonard. He was the most gentle, kind, and generous man I\’ve ever met and I was blessed to have him in my life. All of you were doubly blessed to have and enjoy his company every day and I see his good influence in all of you…an influence that extends to your own children, his grandchildren. I know you will mourn his loss but I hope you can remember all that he gave you…faith, hope, love, integrity, strong morals, a kind heart, a gentle disposition…but most of all he gave you a strong and caring family. This last gift of family will carry you through the next while as you remember and celebrate his wonderful life. Knowing Uncle Len, I am sure he wants each of you to carry him with you in your hearts…a place he loves to occupy…as you continue all the various upcoming family events. He will always be there with each of you.
Judy Kesanko says
Dear Colette and family,
Your friends in the Stony Plain Organic Master Gardener program are thinking of you and want you to know that any support we can give you is here for you.
God Bless.
Ric & Colleen Hildebrandt says
Dear Irene and family
It was always a pleasure to be around Len. I had the opportunity to hunt with him and enjoy some good garage time with him. He was always cheerfull and never complained and he was the type of guy that was a pleasure to be around. He obviously was a very good father because of the calibre of kids he helped raise. They too were all a pleasure to be around, including the grand kids. Our thoughts and prayers will continue for you all.
Renee and Monique Allen says
Dear Irene and Family:
Our deepest condolences on your loss. Len was a very kind and deeply compassionate individual and he will be greatly missed. Know that we are thinking of you all and may you find comfort in your memories.
In true friendship, Renee & Monique Allen
Heinz and Cherril Guennewig says
Dear Irene, Russ and Corrinne, and family;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We appreciated Len\’s positive and peaceful presence. We know you will savour the memories of your time with him.
Liz Laporte Sharma says
Hi Michelle
Christine Kallen posted some pics from SAA on Facebook and there was one of you and I was wondering how you are.
I searched on line and found this obituary. I am so sorry for your loss. I would love to catch up if you are willing.
Thinking of you Liz
Gerry Beier says
Irene my deepest sympathy to you and your family my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathie McGonigal says
Irene,
So sad to hear of Len\’s passing. My sympathy and prayers to you and your family.
God Bless.
Cindy Superkoski says
Wish to express my condolence\’s to you and the family. I remember dropping by to pick you up for School and how busy the house always was. I often think of those times and wonder how I ever would have raised that many children : ) Thinking of you at this sad time.
Cindy Superkoski (Parsons)