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MCINTOSH: Leona Faye (Obre)
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On August 6, 2026 @ 11:34 AM In Exeter, Obituary | 53 Comments
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at LHSC – University Hospital at the age of 72. Cherished mother of Jennifer and Derek Beckett, Rob and Chelsea McIntosh, and Taylor Obre. Proud grandma of Olivia, Maleah, Declan, Divya, Drew and Cam. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Murray and Debbie Obre, Georgina and Brian Finkbeiner, and Morley and Bonnie Obre. Fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents, Stanley and Peggy Obre, and by her dear friend
Sandy Thomson.
Leona’s greatest joy in life was her grandchildren. She cherished every moment spent with them, whether it was taking them on little day trips, chatting with them on FaceTime, or welcoming them for weekend visits. She loved creating special memories together and never let them outgrow family traditions, making sure everyone still took part in Easter egg hunts, even as they got older. Leona also found peace in the outdoors, where she enjoyed feeding the squirrels and watching the birds that visited her yard. She will be remembered for her loving heart, her devotion to her family, and the many treasured memories she created with those she loved.
Keeping with Leona’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family celebration of life will be held in September.
Donations can be made to Jessica’s House in Leona’s memory.
Our deepest sympathies Chelsea & Rob, extended family.
Patti & Jamie Hunt
We are so sorry for your loss and we will miss Leona. I hope the memories you share help carry you through this difficult time. She was a beautiful person.
Our heartfelt condolences
Our sincere condolences to the entire McIntosh & Obre family. She was a beautiful soul with a golden laugh & smile. Always remembered & never forgotten. Rest in sweet peace Leona, your memory & legacy will live on in your beautiful grandchildren.
To Leona’s family including siblings
Sincere sympathy
Rob, Jenn and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. I have such fond memories of the time we spent together as children and remember your mom as such a special part of those years. Those memories will always be cherished. Wishing you comfort, strength, and peace as you navigate this loss.
Sending Condolences to the McIntosh families on the passing of Leona. Praying the happy memories of the past will help in the days and weeks ahead.
Sending Love and Hugs Jenn, Rob and Taylor . Sorry you are going through this . Take care of each other . Love Aunt Georgina and Uncle Brian
So sorry Rob and Chelsea – really thinking of you – Moms are special and it’s unimaginable for them to not be here anymore 😢
Jennifer, Rob and families so sorry of Leona’s passing. Have many fond memories of her and Liz in high. School
Taylor,
My heartfelt condolences with the passing of your Mom. I certainly value the conversations l have had with your Mom, especially after the passing of Sandy, ( finding out Sandy would give your dog treats was priceless). She was so kind with a heart that did not hesitate to help others . My thoughts are with you and your family as you learn to live thru the pain.
My thoughts and prayers to all Safe in the arms of Jesus.
So sorry for your loss. I was Leona’s neighbour for a few years, and she babysat my daughter, Brittany. I have such fond memories of those years.
A lovely and loving lady.
Rest in Peace, Leona ❤️
Jennifer, Rob and families:
My sincere condolences in the passing of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Cherish all the wonderful memories that are so dear to your hearts. Hugs Joan
I am so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. She was always so kind to me when we were kids, I always thought she was so glamorous. Wishing you my sincere condolences at this impossible time.
To Murray, Georgina, Morley, families and friends.
Our condolences to all on Leona’s passing. She and my sister were friends when we were growing up.
We hope your memories of her will bring you comfort in the coming times.
It was sad to hear of her passing. She was great lady.
My heart goes out to the family you are in my prayers.
Georgina, Brian and Families: I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories help you through this difficult time. Lots of Love.
We were sorry to hear of Leona’s passing. Our sympathy to all of her family.
Jen and family
Sending sincere condolences on the passing of your Mother and Grandmother. Trusting you have many great memories to help you navigate this journey during the days and weeks ahead. These memories will make you cry and laugh but they are yours to keep.
Our deepest sympathies and sincere condolences, we are so very sorry
Murray Georgina Morley and Families
My condolence on the passing of Leona. May your memories help at this difficult time.
Rest in peace Leona
It’s hard to say Goodbye to a wonderful friend after more than 60 years. I will cherish our good ole days and all we have been through. Your family was and is your rock. My sympathy to all Leona’s family. May you rest in Peace, Leona…
Jennifer, Rob, Taylor and family
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom, grandma and sister. She was a lovely woman and cared deeply for her family. Deepest sympathies to you all.
So sorry to hear about Leona’s passing. We have fond memories of her from school days. Rest in Peace.
You will live on in the hearts of all you touched.
Rob Lee and Donna (Bourne) Lee
Deepest condolences to the Obre family . I went to elementary school with Leona. May the memories be a blessing.
Jenn, Rob and Taylor and families
Our condolences on the passing of your beautiful mother! May all the prayers coming your way comfort you!
Jim & Marilyn Skinner
To Leona’s family ..
Condolences.. keep those memories close.
Barry & Melonie Miller
My sincerest condolences
Morley & Bonnie, Murray & Debbie, Georgina & Brian
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families after the loss of a dear sister! Lots of wonderful memories you must have!
Jim & Marilyn Skinner
To Murray Georgina Morley and Families,
My sympathy to you all with Leona’s passing. May your memories help at this difficult time. Rest in peace Leona.
I am so very sorry to see this. My thoughts are with all of you.
Morley, Bonnie & family
This message is being sent carrying our most sincere and heartfelt condolences.
As sad and difficult this time is, for some reason- and we feel it is legit- our Sandy(Thompson) is welcoming her dear friend Leona with open arms. We are also pretty sure they will be watching. “Coronation Street” …… together❤️
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With a warm hug, your Kraft Auto family.
Julie, Elaine, Vickie, Donna, Annie
Harold, Brian
Margaret and Jack XO
Leona’s family and siblings, heartfelt condolences on your loss. I remember Leona in high school. Cherish your wonderful memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Georgina, Brian and family, our sincere sympathies for your loss during this very sad time, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I had the pleasure of meeting your sister many years ago, she will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
May she rest in peace, Amen 🙏🏼
To All Leona’s Loved Ones; Hearing about Leona’s passing, sent me back to a trip down memory lane. I smiled and laughed at some of the fun times we shared. Our time together during our high school years were so much fun. I will always remember Leona as a friend and cherish the memories of our days together at SHDHS. May your memories of fun and happy times together help comfort the feeling of your loss. My Condolences.
May her soul rest in peace
Leona was so wonderful. Always welcoming when you surprised her with a visit ,always up for a chat. Her kids and grandkids filled her life as did Sandy and Kevin. I’m glad to have been her friend and neighbour for many years. Condolences to all her beautiful family. She will be missed.
So sorry to see of Leona’s passing. I’m sure you have many wonderful memories.
Ann Baynham & family
Jennifer & Family.
Saddened to see that you have
lost your Mom. Your memories
will keep her near and dear
forever.
To all of Leona’s family:
So sorry to read of your mom’s passing …it took me back to Exeter and the Feather Tick days when I often chatted with her in the store! Thoughts are with you all! 🙏
My sincerest sympathies to all of Leona’s Family.
I was shocked to read of her passing, and it brought back many memories from Exeter Public School and SHDHS years for me as well.
May her Love comfort you always.
Chris (Parsons) Moore
My deepest sympathy on the sudden passing of Leona, your much-loved family member. In September 2000, Leona became Gerry’s and my “landlady” for nine months. After almost 16 years of our living and working in Ohio, we returned “home” for our retirement years. We so appreciated Leona’s many kindnesses as we readjusted to Ontario and found our little house in Exeter.
“Those who touch our lives stay in our hearts forever. “
Jen, Derick and family
We are sorry to see that your Mom has passed away. Thinking of you in the days ahead.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this time.
May you remember the happy memories and the good times, as you recover from this loss.
Brian, Georgina and family, sending you hugs of support and sympathy.
Jenn and Derek , Taylor and family:
Please accept our condolences in the loss of your dear mom.
We are thinking of you .
Bob and Martha
To Morley, Bonnie and Leona’s family. Our sincere sympathy in the passing of Leona. Remember the good times.
Bob and Bernice Boogemans
Taylor,
My heart goes out to you. I don’t have the words to express how my heart hurts for you. I know how much you love, care, compassion, time and commitment you (and miss maple) have so selfishly given to your mom ever since I met you. I’m going to miss checking in on her and hearing what you guys have been up to.
My condolences to you and your family.
Those strong family genes though… she’ll always live on, in you beautiful girls! Gentle, kind eyes.
Deepest sympathy to all of the family with the loss of your dear Mom and Grandma, Leona. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Jen and Family,
You are in my thoughts during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you,
Abby Robinson
My sincere Sympathies on Leona’s passing, to all her family & friends…..
Jennifer, Rob and Taylor:
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.
We have
Been friends through some incredibly happy and incredibly sad times in each others lives. We would be in contact in phone call, always talking about our kids, hiw they were doing, successes, worries. Then more
Importantly, the pride we had in our grandchildren, the success and failures We felt in life. I will
Miss her, our chats, her laughter, my laughter, each of knowing just when to add something funny to lighten the burden of the other. Peace be with you Leona, I am sure you have found your Mom, Sandy and Teresa and the 3 of you will be watching movies and having snacks♥️
My condolences and sympathy for Jennifer,Rob,Taylor and all her grandchildren. I’m so sorry and shocked to hear the passing of my friend of 35 years. R.I.P Leona
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Rob & Chelsea, Morley & Bonnie and the entire Obre and McIntosh families – We are so sorry to hear of Leona’s passing. May your many fond memories give you comfort in the days ahead. Know that we are thinking of you all. ♥