Whitney Pier
At the age of 91 years, Leo Snow of Sydney, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 25, 2021.
Born on November 2, 1929 in Sydney, Leo was a son of the late Bernard and Sarah (Norcott) Snow.
Leo enjoyed a good life, living in a little bungalow in Whitney Pier surrounded by his loving wife of 68 years, Colleen, and their five children. Leo was a fun-loving, kind, and caring man who loved camping, dancing, and family, not necessarily in that order. His fondness for black & white Westerns was only surpassed by his love of tea and cookies.
Leo had a long and happy retirement after working in the scrap yard at the Steel Plant for 42 years, retiring at age 57. He wintered on Gatacre Street, where he loved to snow-blow the neighbourhood, and summered at Plage St-Pierre Campground in Cheticamp, where he enjoyed beaches and campfires.
Besides his parents, Leo was predeceased by his siblings, William, Bernie, Frances, and son, Allan, who we know had the teapot on when his dad arrived at the Pearly Gates.
Leo will be deeply missed by his devoted wife, Colleen; children, Michael (Debbie), Belinda (Trish), Aldon (Mary Ann), Philip (Jean) and sister, Marie (Abe). Pops will be missed by his cherished grandchildren, January, Crystal, Kirk, Mitchell. His great-grandchildren will learn about him through our many shared memories.
Leo’s stubbornness served him well throughout his life; even in his last months, his strong will and sheer determination kept him strong right up until the end of his journey. Our father was a simple man; he went to work, paid the bills, showed kindness to others and his sole purpose in life was to provide for his family. He was a good man who tried his best.
There will be no visitation for the late Leo Snow. Memorial Service will be celebrated on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 10 a.m. in Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. All Covid-19 protocols will be adhered to.
In lieu of flowers, Leo would hope that you do an unexpected and unsolicited act of kindness in his name.
Dad, our hearts will never stop missing you. Give Allan a hug and give all the dogs a treat
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de SNOW Leo 2021..
Décès pour la Ville: Sydney, Province: Nova Scotia