Parcourez la nécrologie de Sarah
Eileen
Leffler 1985 2025 résidant dans la province Ontario pour le détail des funérailles
Obituary of Sarah Eileen Leffler
Beloved daughter of Heather and John, and sister of Helen (Smith) and Lisa, Sarah was a much-loved aunt to John, William, and Henry Smith and their father, Robert; a dear cousin to Max and Emma Quickfall, Kelly Leffler and Dan Rooke; and a treasured niece of Rick Quickfall, Heather Godwin, and Rick and Sandie Leffler. She is remembered with love by many great-aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Sarah died at home on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 from a blood clot in her lung. Her family takes comfort in knowing she is reunited with her grandparents, Herb and Barb Quickfall, May and Jack Leffler, and her Uncle Phil Quickfall.
Sarah’s life, though not long enough, encompassed both gifts and challenges. In Grade 10, as part of the Community Environmental Leadership Program (CELP) at Norwell DSS, she designed and helped build a labyrinth for Rotary Park in Clifford. With the high school art program, she traveled to Italy, and she shared a special trip with her grandparents to visit dear family friends in Austria. Sarah’s time caring for her cousin’s daughter in the Bahamas turned into an adventure when they had to fly to Florida to dodge a hurricane.
Sarah’s deep faith and commitment to community shaped her life. She attended her first United Church General Council in Fergus at eight years old and later served as a commissioner to Councils in Wolfville, Thunder Bay, and Corner Brook. She was active in congregations in Bridgeport, Clifford, and Rockwood, and she took on leadership roles, including serving as Chairperson of Waterloo Presbytery. Sarah had been part of the Bridgeport Lions Club with her grandfathers and recently began helping with 9th Waterloo Beavers to be with her youngest nephew.
The heart of Sarah’s life was caring for children—her nephews, cousins, and the children of dear friends. She poured love into every moment with them, even while facing severe allergies, physical illness, and mental health struggles. No matter how she was feeling, she found joy in traditions and celebrations. She carved intricate pumpkins for Halloween, decorated enthusiastically for Christmas and other holidays, and was known for her delicious chocolate cake, chowders, and moussaka. She enjoyed helping make homemade apple sauce, dill pickles, and sauerkraut, and this year she created a very delicious hot sauce. Sarah delighted in finding matching pajamas for the kids, throwing epic Halloween parties at the farm, curating family photos for the Boettger calendar, and engaging in lively political debates.
Sarah saw herself as the keeper of family stories. She will be deeply missed by all whose lives she touched.
Visitation will be held at Parkminster United Church, 275 Erb St. E. Waterloo on Saturday, March 8, 2025 from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m.
The funeral service will take place at Parkminster United Church on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 1:30 p.m., with Rev. Gord Dunbar officiating. A reception will immediately follow in the church hall.
The family would be grateful if those attending the visitation and funeral would refrain from scented products due to allergies.
A livestream and recording of the service will made available on Sarah’s tribute page at www.erbgood.com .
Cremation will have taken place and a private family interment will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, condolences for the family and donations to Rockwood United Church, Mission and Service of The United Church of Canada, 9th Waterloo Scouting or a charity that is close to your heart would be appreciated and may be arranged through the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King Street S. Waterloo at www.erbgood.com .
1985 2025
erb & good family funeral home
Décès pour la Ville:Waterloo, Province: Ontario
avis deces Sarah
Eileen
Leffler 1985 2025
nécrologie Sarah
Eileen
Leffler 1985 2025
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Eileen
Leffler 1985 2025 et espérons que leur mémoire pourra être une source de réconfort pendant cette période difficile. Vos pensées et vos mots aimables sont grandement appréciés.