Leslie “Sonny” Elmer Garnett of Forest Glade, Nova Scotia
July 13, 1930 – January 23, 2022
Garnett, Leslie “Sonny” Elmer – of Forest Glade
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Leslie ‘Sonny’ Elmer Garnett, 91, of Forest Glade, NS, who passed away peacefully at home, in his own way, much like he lived his whole life.
Sonny was predeceased by his parents Norman ‘Jack’ Garnett and Daisy Garnett (Lee), son Brian Garnett, brothers; one in infancy, Robert ‘Bobby’ Garnett, Donald ‘Donnie’ Garnett, John ‘Johnny’ Garnett, Charlie Garnett, sisters; Margarite ‘Maggie’ Lutz, Eileen ‘Honey’ Costa, Thelma Jorritsma and Ramon ‘Mona’ Pearl.
Sonny is survived by his devoted wife, Doris May Garnett (Salsman) of 69 years, son David Garnett, sister Jeannette Dyksterhuis, grandson Jody Garnett, granddaughters; Sherry Grant (John MacIsaac), Shelley Garnett (Steven Llewellyn), Melanie Collins (Mark), Angela Garnett (Billy Joe Leclair), Ashley Garnett (Albert Hebb), Courtney Garnett (Morgan Lynch), great-grandchildren; Logan, Coltin, Kelsea, Hayley, Hayden, Coen, Cole, Mason, Ira and Maverick and nieces and nephews as well as many dear friends.
Sonny will be fondly remembered for his sharp mind, telling you like it was and greeting you or leaving you with a smart remark. He had a great love for animals, especially mules, and always seemed to understand them, often when others couldn’t. He had a gift for healing animals and many people sought his advice. He had many unique experiences with animals, and everyone enjoyed hearing his stories about trading and breaking horses, rodeo, traveling by box car train with horses, working in the woods and about his pet chimp Tarzan.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date, donations can be made in his memory to the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of one’s choice. On-line condolences may be made through www.middletonfuneralhome.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Leslie Sonny Elmer Garnett of Forest Glade Nova Scotia July 13 1930 January 23 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Middleton, Province: Nova Scotia