It is with heavy hearts but with honour and pure gratitude for having had him as our father, that we announce the passing of Dave LeBlanc, 82, who was currently residing at The Meadows Home for Special care. He passed away peacefully with his family by his side on December 18,2021. To know this man was to love him and he was loved by so many. He was a gentle soul with a big heart and a constant smile, and his sense of humour always kept us entertained. He was Born in Morris Island ,August 11, 1939. He was a son to the late Alfred and Anne (Fitzgerald) Leblanc. David was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church, Eucharist minister, member of the church choir, children’s Liturgy, and 4th degree knight of the William Penny Chapter #2181. He was also the President of the Residents’ Council at The Meadows. He could play so many instruments, all by ear, and the guitar was always close at hand. He enjoyed playing for seniors and fundraisers with Vic and the Boys, and the Knights’ choir, and was always ready to entertain us at any time. He worked as a chef for 29 years on the Bluenose Ferry and operated a catering business with his wife Bev. He was a huge Blue Jays fan and could always be found at the rink watching The Mariners play hockey. He was an amazing father, and is survived by daughters, Wendy (Raymond Jacquard) Dixon, Yarmouth; Rachelle (Peter Churchill) Leblanc, Yarmouth; son, Craig (Kelly) Leblanc, Middle Sackville; His grandchildren meant the world to him and his love for them shone so brightly. He will be incredibly missed by Maggie and Noah; Ryerson, Annelise and Kaden; Annika and one precious great grandchild, Willow. He is also survived by brothers Harvey (Joan); Edward (Ida).
He was predeceased by his loving wife, Beverly (Surette); brother, Joseph; sisters, Jeanette and Annie. We would like to extend a deep thank you to the wonderful staff at The Meadows for their kindness and care. They were family too.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Sweeny’s Funeral Home and Crematorium, Yarmouth.
Due to Covid-19, visitation and the funeral will be for family only but will be live-streamed. A Celebration of Life will happen as soon as it is safe to do so so that we can all be together safely and celebrate in the manner he deserves.
Streaming of the visitation will be Tuesday, December 21,2021 from 6-8 pm. Streaming of theFuneral Mass will take place Wednesday, December 22 ,2021 at 10 am from the St. Ambrose Co Cathedral, Yarmouth. Father Henry Smolenaars officiating. Interment in the Our Lady of Calvary Cemetery. Family flowers only, in lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Charity of Choice. Online condolences and guestbook: sweenys@sweenysfuneralhome.net
NOTE: Covid-19 protocols will be in place during visitation and Funeral Service with proof of Vaccination.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of David Joseph Leblanc Saturday December 18th 2021..
Death notice for the town of: YARMOUTH, Province: Nova Scotia