In her 54th year passed away peacefully with family by her side on January 27th, 2019 at Victoria Hospital in London Ontario. Predeceased by her father Jim Kelly and her daughter Natalie Guest. Leah is survived by her son Evan (Kadorina) Guest and her Granddaughter Nevaeh Guest. Her brother Jim (Amanda) Kelly, nephew Logan Peterson-Kelly, sister Missy (Tyler) White and nieces Berlin and Stella White. Also survived by her mom Bessie Kelly. Leah will be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who loved her dearly.
Leah is remembered for her sense of humour, her big heart and a strong sense of determination. She is also well known for her enormous love of all animals. Leah served on the board of directors with the Huronia Branch Humane Society for over 10 years as well as providing a foster home for many animals in her lifetime.
Special thanks to the Doctors and Nurses in the ICU critical care unit at Victoria Hospital and to many devoted family members who provided love and support to Leah over the years.
Cremation has taken place and keeping with Leahs wishes there will be no funeral or memorial service.
Because Leah had such a love of animals, memorial donations can be made in her name to The Humane Society at ontariospca.ca, Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation & Education Centre Ph. 519-264-2440, salthaven.org or any other animal rescue of your choice
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Joanne Crow
Louise was a very lovely lady. Her love of animals and her efforts toward environmental health and protection are my happy memories of Louise. Although, I did not have the opportunity to know her for a long time; it was clear what her values were.
My condolences to her family.
I will miss her…hey neighbour. RIP
Mark Hanlon
One of many things about Leah Kelly that was so special .. Was Leahs passion for helping animals .
I still remember spending the weekend. On a arrival, we saw she had adopted a blind rabbit .. The bunny was hopping all over , my kids just loved the bunny .. Leah is well known in the Goderich are for helping animals in need .
Leah you will be missed .. RIP
Tammie Hanlon
I have so many fond memories of Leah . Leah was my maid of honor in my wedding .. She helped make my day a special day .
Leah was a beautiful person , and will be missed dearly .. My sincere condolences to Evan, Kadorina and Jim , Missy and Bessie Kelly .
Shannon Stewart
I am so sorry to hear about Leah. My thoughts are with her family at this very difficult time. As a child, I remember our long conversations on the phone as she swayed back and forth. Sleep overs, playing with her hamster “Peaches”, crushing on Leif Garrett, and listening to the Jackson 5 on her record player will always be fond memories from my childhood. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to meet her.
Noralee Stone
Oh Leah – so many memories of my time in Goderich rescuing & fostering cats alongside you, Tracy, & all the other members of the Huronia Humane Society. Another animal angel gone to join our absent fur-friends across the rainbow bridge. My condolences to all your family & other friends. You will be dearly missed.
Sharon & Allan Brokenshire
Our sincerest sympathy to all of Leahs family so sorry for the loss will keep you in our thoughts at this sad time .
Sharon & Al Brokenshire
Doreta (Jackson) Marks
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for the passing of Leah. We attended school together and I have very fond memories of her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this most difficult time.
Bob & Shirley Dinsmore
So very sorry to hear of Leah’s passing, sending hugs.
Jody Clarke
Healing thoughts and prayers to aunt Bessie, cousins Jimmy & Missy … it doesn’t feel real to be writing this to u… a very sad time for immediate family , relatives and friends … Leah will always remain in my heart and I have many memories that bring me joy & happiness when I think of her ❤️
My most sincere condolences love Jody
Cheryl Landry (Smith)
Leah sure had a way to keep us all laughing 💞. Biggest heart of anyone. Roller skating, ringers around the square, and lots of boy talk…it was never boring. Leah was a beautiful soul, and will be missed.
My Prayers to out to all her family. Sorry for you loss. 🙏
Joanne Graf
Dear Bessie, Missy, Jim and Evan
We are so sorry to hear of Leah’s passing.
She was a sweet lady with a very big heart.
Paul and Joanne Graf
Pat Johnston
To the family of Leah:
So saddened to hear of the passing of Leah. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Keep her memory close to your heart.
Pat Johnston & Bob Desjardins
Deb Austin
Marlowe and I were very saddened to hear of Leah’s passing. Sure hope Natalie was there at heavens gate to meet her. RIP sweetie!
Ann Leeking-Vaters
Many, many fond memories of Leah and our time together back in hometown Goderich. From eyeliner to arcades to walking around the square and eventually ringers around and around the square in my old brown pinto that you begged me to let you drive. I had just gone to the store and had to get my dad’s ice-cream home but you decided you had to sit on that to boost you up so you could see out the dash haha will always remember that memory Leah due to the melted ice-cream and dad not too happy haha.
I’m certain you will be close by in the next realm looking out for those you loved.
Linda Kingsley
Bess I am so sorry for your loss, I remember a bunch of us sitting in the Snack Bar and you where very pregnant with your daughter and we where talking about what you should name her nd you said Leah and we all agreed that was a beautiful name. God Bless you Linda (Fritz
Bess I am so sorry for your loss I remember when you where pregnant and we where all in the Snack Bar trying to think up names an you said Leah and we all agreed that was beautiful. God bless you. Linda (Fritz)
Debbie Duncan (Brennan)
So sorry to hear the passing of Leah. I have such great memories of her from school.. R.I.P .. forever in our hearts.
Cindy Austin
I met Leah when I was in grade 11 right in the prime of our teenage years. We became fast friends and lived life to the fullest. Boy oh boy I have so many memories that I will treasure forever. I became very close to Leah’s family and when Missy was 4 she was the flower girl in my wedding. RIP Leah ❤️❤️
Kim Munroe
So saddened to hear of Leah’s passing. My condolences to the family.
Nancy and Junior White
To all of Leah’s family we sent our sincere sympathy…….remember all the good times with her…..