Peacefully, on August 27th, 2024 with his sons by his side, at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital, Leon Matthew Desmond Gaynor passed away in his 91st year. Leon leaves behind his cherished and very special friend of 27 years, Sandra Kisch.
Beloved husband of the late Thelma Irene (nee: Good). Devoted father of sons Mark (Peggy) of Walkerton, Larry (Michele), Randy and father-in-law of Michelle all of Goderich. Loving grandfather to Courtney, Corbin, Tiffany, Josh, Jenelle, Joe, Natasha and Julia. Leon will also be missed by 9 beautiful great grandchildren.
Leon is predeceased by his parents Matthew and Eva, his brother Lyle and sisters Wilma, Phyllis and Theresa as well as sons Matthew, Melvon and Gerry and grandson Dane.
Leon worked at the Goderich salt mine from 1959 until he retired in 1994. Leon had a great love of sports and over the years enjoyed success playing hockey, golf, and baseball as well as racing standardbred horses with his son Gerry. He was always proud of his family’s accomplishments including those of his grandchildren.
The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation and thanks to the staff of Alexandra Marine and General Hospital for the compassionate care provided to Leon during his stay.
Visitors will be received at McCallum & Palla Funeral Home, 11 Cambria Rd N., Goderich on Friday August 30th, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Thomas Donohue in St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 156 North Street, Goderich, on Saturday August 31st at 11:00 am. Interment to follow in St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alexandra Marine and General Hospital Foundation or the Cancer Society.
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Karen Holtby (Harman)
Sandra and the Gaynor family. Thinking and praying for you all at this time. Keep the memories close to your hearts.
Karen Holtby (Harman)
Becky and Dave McIvor
Sincere condolences to Sandra and the Gaynor family and friends. Leon was a great sportsman and excelled in what he did whether it was hockey, golf baseball or cheering from the sidelines and supporting his family. He will be missed by many. Hold onto the good memories. May Leon rest in peace
Rosemary Beange
Dear Sandra and the Gaynor families,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Leon. He was a wonderful
man and a true friend. Cherish your great memories. He will be missed
by family and friends.
Allan& Rosemary Beange
Kelly Mallough
Just wanted to say sorry about your loss Sandra and the Gaynor family.
Gayle and Barron Purser
Dear Larry and Michelle.
We extend our sincere condolences to the Gaynor Family, and Sandra.
, on your loss of Leon.
Sincerely,
Gayle and Barney
Mike McCallum
Our sincerest condolences to the entire family. Gabby was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed by all that knew him.
Mike and Valerie
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Gaynor family and Sandra –
Your are in my special thoughts.
Gabby – special in our community and always remembered.
With sadness and sympathy-
Cecelia Denomme and family
Kelly Mallough
Sandra and Gabby’s family sorry for your loss.
Kelly mallough
Meris Harvey
It’s hard saying goodbye to such a special man. My deepest sympathy to all of Leon’s family. Fly with the angels Leon, you have earned your wings. I know there will be a loving group in heaven to welcome you home with open arms.
Butch and Mariette Desjardine
Sandra and the Gaynor Family, our thoughts are with you at this very sad news. Many wonderful memories from the years we lived in Goderich will help heal our sadness.
Butch and Mariette
David Tennent
Deepest Condolences to the Gaynor Family on behalf of OHIA. Looking forward to seeing you next week Randy.
Your Friends from OHIA
Butch and Mariette Desjardine
Sandra, thinking of you and the Gaynor family at this very sad time. Many happy memories of years past in our days in Goderich will heal the sadness.
Butch and Mariette
Nancy White
My condolences to Sandra and all of Gabby’s family!! Cherish your memories!!
Paul Kelly
Deepest Sympathy to all Leon’s family. He was a great guy, who I enjoyed lots of fun golf times with. RIP
Karen Sturdy
An old friend who left lots of memories. Please accept my condolences. Karen Sturdy
Barb Martin
The Gaynor family you have my sincere sympathy and condolences at this sad time. I feel it was a pleasure to have him in our family.
Pat & Bob Desjardins
Sandra and the families of Leon
Words, however kind, can’t mend your heartache: but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friend’s.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.