Obituary of Doris Eleanor Leonard

Doris Leonard Doris Leonard left this earth on Friday, December 26, 2014 at the Dearness Home in her 96th year. Beloved wife for 36 years of Ernest Leonard (1984). Loving mother of Larry (Leslie) and Donna. Proud grandmother of Leanne Daugavietis and Allie and Jesse Leonard. Doris is survived by relatives in Saskatchewan. Predeceased by her parents Helena and Seaton McDonald and her brothers John and Bruce McDonald. Doris was born in Saskatchewan on February 28, 1919. Doris left Saskatchewan when she was 18 and moved to London where she has resided ever since. She worked in offices around London until she retired. She led a busy and active life and had many talents. She was a devoted member of Knollwood Presbyterian Church for many years. She enriched the lives of many people with her sewing gifts. She was a lady who enjoyed writing poetry, playing bridge and dancing with her beloved Ernie. She was a valued member of her community and contributed to many charities in London. Her quiet kindness and delightful sense of humour will be missed by all who knew her. Most of all, she was truly a lady. Friends may visit at the McFarlane & Roberts Funeral Home, 2240 Wharncliffe Road, South, Lambeth 519-652-2020 on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 from 11:00 – 1:00 pm where the celebration of Doris’s life will follow at 1:00 pm. Cremation with interment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation gratefully acknowledged. On-line condolences are available through www.mcfarlane-roberts.ca.