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Leslie Nielsen Obituary

Hollywood actor Leslie Nielsen died at a hospital near his Ft. Lauderdale home where he was being treated for pneumonia, his agent says.

Published by The Arizona Republic from Nov. 28 to Nov. 29, 2010.

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As a COP most of my life I enjoyed the role that Leslie played in police squad and the the Naked Gun.
The humor was a great distraction from the real world that "COP's" live in. As I write this I am watching Naked Gun.
End of watch for Lt. Drebin. Thank you Mr. Nielson (yes it is 10 yrs later, but better late than never)

Sgt. Bill G.

May 26, 2020

RIP, Mr. Nielsen, you were a great actor. You will be remembered forever. Very funny,!

April Horowitz-Yeary

April 27, 2020

Tonight watching Naked Gun 33 1/3. Leslie always make me laugh. Rest in Peace great actor.

Kees Recourt

August 27, 2019

Leslie Nielson certainly made a very successful transition from dramatic to comedic actor. His roles in Naked Gun and Airplane could leave you crying with laughter. Laughter is good medicine for whatever ails you and its good to still have his movies availabe to make us laugh and put aside our troubles. May the God of all comfort give comfort to the surviving members of the family.

Leonard Tucker

November 29, 2017

I loved Tammy and the Bachelor. It brings back memories of when I was young. Thank-you, Mr. Nielsen and Ms. Reynolds!

Trudy Bradbury

April 5, 2017

Tammy is one movie I will always love. You and Debbie Reynolds made Tammy an unforgettable classic.

Nazarene Mckinney

March 21, 2017

Grew up watching his movies, Great Actor one of the best in my opinion, thank you for the laughs Mr Nielsen.

Miguel Sandoval

January 26, 2017

Valenda Newell

September 11, 2016

I will always remember you as Lt frank Drebbin in naked gun. When I first saw that movie I cried with laughter. I have and still watch all your comedy's.
You made a lot of people very happy with your humour. I think that's a wonderful legacy. Thank you Sir. Rest in Peace.

Mark Watson

April 18, 2016

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

Harry Simpson

November 28, 2015

Funny, talented, handsome, sexy and real. One of the greats. Thanks, Leslie, for all the laughs that continue even today. You'll not be soon forgotten.

Karen Wright

July 16, 2015

RIP Frank Dribin. You were one funny guy and truly missed after all these years.

Leigh Robinson

March 19, 2015

Rest In Peace!
Leslie Nielsen!

Loretta Marshall

December 12, 2014

To the family of Leslie Nielsen, I truly was sorry to here about Leslie's death in 2010, I really was sad about it. I really did love his acting. I though that he was very funny. "I'll never forget him. Be always encouraged family and always trust in the Lord.

Loretta Marshall

December 12, 2014

Thanks for the deep belly laughs!

Greg Gordon

December 9, 2014

One of the true greats! You are sorely missed Mr. Nielsen.

Gina Stefanske

December 4, 2014

A fine actor and a wonderful comedic talent. I was absolutely enthralled with Forbidden Planet as a youngster. As an adult I laughed like crazy at your comedies beginning with Airport. You may no longer be with us but your spirit and talent live on in the entertainment you have left us!

Joe Mazloom

December 1, 2014

Mr. Nielsen, I enjoyed your humor for many years. I will most remember your role in the final two episodes of "The Golden Girls." I wish you peace.

Richard Parrish

August 17, 2014

You sir will be missed..Pleasant Journey

Holden Caulfield

October 28, 2013

The world has lost a comedian that was able to make people laugh and smile without belittling others. True talent and character. His impact will be long lasting and his memory will always bring a smile.

Randy Paura

August 7, 2013

Thanks for making Canada Proud! A great Actor and good Canadian. You will be missed! Thanks for all the belly laughs - so good for the soul. xo

Janni J

August 7, 2013

RIP Leslie- I've enjoyed your humour for many years. From the Yukon Ter where some of your people still reside.
Murray Biggin Whitehorse.

July 27, 2013

You brought great laughter and joy to many of us and for that reason you will not be forgotten. Laughter truly is the best medicine!

Colleen Boles

July 25, 2013

And fine actor. He will be missed.

Isabel Monteith

July 19, 2013

I just loved his humour. He made me laugh so much in his shows . He will be so missed . I met him in Richmond many years ago when his brother Gordie owned the Bowling Alley.. My sympathy goes to all his family and friends . He was a real Canadian who shall never be forgotten .

Patricia Anderson

July 18, 2013

What a great loss. I was a huge fan. Loved watching your movies over and over again. You will truly be missed. RIP Leslie. xoxox

Deb Rodgers

July 15, 2013

You great unique man.... You were to marry.

Marianne Mulder

July 13, 2013

I've had a lot of laughs on your behalf. Thanks for all the fun!

Moe

July 9, 2013

rip leslie
having a last name of shirley you made
me famous for saying .....of course i'm serious....and you can call me shirley

ron shirley

July 1, 2013

RIP Leslie...Thank you for the million laughs.

Brian Payne

June 30, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

June Kiss

June 22, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Marton Kiss

June 22, 2013

Thank you for the laughter Leslie. You were a great Canadian and will be missed.

Kevin McElroy

June 22, 2013

To Leslie Nielsen,
You were a very talented actor. You were great in the movies The Naked Gun, and Airplane. My prayers are with your family and you too. Lisa Weiner

Lisa Weiner

March 17, 2013

Rest In Peace, Mr. Nielsen. You Were A True Multi Talent. See You On The Other Side Some Beautiful Day.

Richard Owen

March 3, 2013

Richard Herrick

January 10, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

October 2, 2012

KATHY AND BUDDY BARNETT

May 19, 2012

Missed rip

Chele Wright

February 20, 2012

sadly missed a legend always

Rob Nightingale

January 21, 2012

My all time favourite comedy actor is no more, sadly when u urself are getting older so are ur heroes. Another hero has left us. Leslie i will allways treasure ur style of acting, the world needz ppl that dont take themself to serious more bad then ever. I wish everyone that feels sad from this strength and know that there are many feeling the same.....Deposneek @ The Netherlands

Erwin

November 29, 2011

To a wonderfully multi-talented actor and man...the world just seems a little less funny now that you are gone. Thank you for all the fun and laughs you brought into our lives. Leslie--you are dearly missed and always in our hearts.

Barb Rowland

November 26, 2011

What a great guy. You will be missed.
ps: save me a seat

Mark Billingsley

June 22, 2011

R.I.P.

Steven Emanuel

June 18, 2011

My mother, Jennie Brown, went to school with Leslie Nielsen in Thorhild Alberta. She recently passed away - also at 84 years of age. She was shaken when Leslie passed; she had shared with us fond memories of Leslie and his family.

I'm attaching a photo of Norma Nelson, Leslie Nielsen and Jennie Brown (nee Sawka).

Dawne Brown

April 15, 2011

There aren't words to express how you will be missed. Thank you for the time you gave us.

Cathy Carr

March 1, 2011

There really aren't words to express how you will be missed. Thank you for the time you gave us.
Cathy Carr (Mattoon, IL)

March 1, 2011

I remember the series "The Swamp Fox" very well. Sorry to see him pass.

Mike (Georgia)

Mike

March 1, 2011

Thank you for the laughs! I smile when I think of Airplane...and now my children who are older teens appreciate that movie's humor and all your movies. You were a class act!

Lisa Baty

February 28, 2011

So proud that you are a Canadian. We seem to produce fine comics here...Maybe it's part of a ruse to keep warm by laughing through the winter months. Thanks Leslie, for your dramatic and comedic talents.
Sylvia (Ottawa, Ontario, Canada)

Sylvia

February 28, 2011

"you were truly one of the best comedic actors of so many generations, past, present, and future. God speed"

brian delaney

February 28, 2011

Leslie;
"Shirley, You will be missed."

Tim

February 28, 2011

I loved him in all of the movies he starred in, he was an exceptional actor. Kimesha Thomas, NJ

Kimesha Thomas

February 28, 2011

It truly saddened me to hear of Leslie Nielson's death. I enjoyed his wit, charm, good looks and he was a wonder actor. I am very sad he's gone.
Sami Payment, Cottage Grove, Oregon

Sami Payment

February 28, 2011

i enjoyed all your movies,'Naked Gun'Airplane,R.I.P my friend you will be missed.

christopher knibbs

February 12, 2011

I think Leslie Nielsen is truly the Great
Actor in all his Movies.

Grady Youngblood

February 3, 2011

I wanted to send you these words of sincere sympathy upon the death of a wonderful person. He will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him and who followed his career with pride for so many unforgettable years.
Please take the time to read Daniel 12:2. Sending love and sympathy.
Marie Grove, Mphs, TN

January 22, 2011

Thoroughly enjoyed "Spy Hard" and have memories of " Naked Gun " and "Airplane" Rest in Peace.

Dolores Devlin

January 18, 2011

You will surely be missed Leslie:) Pat Kelsey

Patricia Kelsey

January 15, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Emmanuel Montoya

January 9, 2011

May the God of all comfort, bring comfort to the family and friends of Mr Nielsen. We look forward to the time when sickness and death is a thing of the past.

C M

January 9, 2011

I have watched Mr. Nielsen as an actor over the years in dramatic roles and funny roles. I have liked him in all of them. May God grant you peace at this time. CT Ohio

January 5, 2011

I will always be thankful for the many smiles and chuckles you and your movies gave me. Thank you for bringing so much fun into so many lives. You will be remembered thoughtfully.

Fill D'Elia

January 4, 2011

Leslie was a funny man he did a lot of good movies but the one's he did later was really funny and I loved them.to his Family I'm sorry for your loss he will be missed, I still laugh when I think of him.

Linda Jensen

January 4, 2011

He was an amazing actor that will be missed....His legacy will live on!!

Jamie Walthers

January 3, 2011

So sorry for your loss. John 5:21

Bea

January 3, 2011

Sometimes meeting celebrities can be a letdown, as they often don't measure up to our image of them. Not Mr. Nielsen. I met him when he was shooting some public service spots for the Phoenix Fire Department. He had a great sense of humor, was a very nice, genuine, and humble man. He seemed like a person who really enjoyed life and appreciated all his celebrity had given him. I was saddened to hear of his passing and consider myself lucky to have met him. My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.

Cindy

January 2, 2011

Good Man but never forgotten

January 1, 2011

Good Man but never forgotten

Cynthia Clark-Chambers

January 1, 2011

I liked his science fiction film, "Forbidden Planet" released sometime between 1957 & ''60. Super cool film. It proved you could make a very entertaining & interesting film without all the profanity being used today. Fan, Gary Jones

gary jones

December 30, 2010

You have added greatly enjoyable times to my life. For this,I am very grateful.

Rest safe Mr Nielsen.

Joel Chandler

December 30, 2010

We will miss him! Condolences to his family. I liked "Rent a Kid", actually. He had a dryer sense of humor in that film, but he owned it!

Tom C

December 29, 2010

Mr.Nielsen was a very very funny actor just watched airplane today funny. He will be missed.

Grace Dorsey

December 27, 2010

He was a very funny man. He will be missed. God Bless his family now and always.

Robert Watkins

December 27, 2010

Another great human being gone. The World needs more people like Leslie to make us all laugh out loud!!

Denise Stucky

December 23, 2010

josie gutierrez

December 15, 2010

"Leslie Nielsen passed away? Surely you jest.. No I'm not kidding and stop calling me Shirley!" What a loss. Another great Canadian gone.. RIP Frank

James Oliver

December 13, 2010

Another terrific actor and terrific person gone but will never be forgotten.

Gladys Demson

December 11, 2010

you are now in the hands of the lord,thats where you belong.save me a good spot bud

Bryan Boyle

December 11, 2010

GOd bless you. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family.

Viesta Washington

December 10, 2010

To the family I send my deepest condolences. I remember Mr. Leslie Nielsen in Swamp Fox when I was child and the Forbidden Planet. Great actor that made the transition from serious actor to comedy. Please take comfort from the scriptures and each other.
Acts 5:25-29

Donna Baker

December 9, 2010

You were fricken funny! Great movies. Sorry for those who lost such a nice guy.

December 9, 2010

Thank you for all the fun and laughter you've brought into my life. Thank you for all the smiles and jokes, sunshine and all... I will miss you.
-Raymond Aboga, Philippines

Raymond Aboga

December 8, 2010

I hope that his family can get past this, and all my thoughts and hope is with them. We'll miss you, Leslie.

Jessica Perea

December 7, 2010

He was the funny one in all the movies I seen him in. He will be dearly missed. I hope his family can pass through this, and I hope they don't have much pain. We all will miss him.

Jessica Perea

December 7, 2010

We are so sad that you will with us anymore but will continue to laugh and share great thoughts your movies play on and on. I learned that you had a law enforcement connection in the past and I am pleased that the honor guard from my police department and others will honor you during your service. You have brought my family hours of fun and closeness. God watch over your sole forever.

Cindy Heafy

December 6, 2010

Will be sadly missed but fondly remembered for everything he gave. His movies will live forever. The laughs and bonding he brought to my family as we watched him will be remembered forever.

The Kenmy family

December 6, 2010

He gave so much to all his fans... now it is his turn to be rewarded for his time on earth. May your hearts rejoice for having had him in your lives. May your hearts hold dear his memory and release the pain of your loss.

V H

December 6, 2010

Thanks for all the laughs.. You will be missed

Justin Langston

December 6, 2010

You have given us countless laughs, for that we will always be thankful !! Rest in Peace Sir....

Mike Moser

December 6, 2010

My condolences to the Nielsen family he was a very very funny man and he will be missed by movies goers my favorite movie with LESLIE was Naked guns and Mr Magoo RIP LESLIE

Donnie Donahue

December 6, 2010

to the family his passing means that we will all miss him,MY sons favorite picture DRACULA DEAD AND LOVING IT. god bless the family we mourn with you for a life of laughter that parted this life too soon.thank you LESLIE for sharing your life in movies with us. yvonne, NEW ORLEANS, LA.

YVONNE LONGS

December 6, 2010

Thank God he was here.........

Donnie Hanberry

December 6, 2010

May God bless and comfort you and your family in your time of grief. His life and love of life will not be forgotten.

La Nona Boyd

December 5, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Matthew McGuire

December 5, 2010

May your family find peace and love with his passing. His memory will live on in television land. My husband had done some remodel work on his home in Scottsdale, Arizona,Mr. Nielsen was a very kind person, he had made all the workers stop and take a break while he served Tea & Biscotti to the workers. Not only was he larger than life in his movies, He was a real person and very kind to those he met. My prayers are with the family and close friends. I have so many favorite lines from Airplane, he will never be forgotten.

Cathy M.

December 5, 2010

I loved Airplane!!! I will still watch it and it still makes me laugh:) Wonderful comedic actor who will be missed by many.

Nicole Walgreen

December 4, 2010

You I'll be sadly missed but will continue to make me and others laugh for years to come with your great talent, one person I so wanted to meet, a great loss to us all. RIP Leslie never forgotten

Bruce Griffiths

December 4, 2010

To the Nielsen Family, May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time.

Thank you for all of the great memories. You are a Canadian Icon that will be fondly remembered,greatly respected,truly missed and loved always!

Joseph Gombosa

December 3, 2010

You will always be in our thoughts and prayers and thank you for all your wonderful movies that you did. You will always be one of my most favorite actors.Gods speed and sympathy to your loved ones.

gail cook

December 3, 2010

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