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1944

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2018

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Leo Thiffault Obituary

Leo Edmond Thiffault died in his home on July 1, 2018 in Springfield, MA. at the age of 73. He was born December 16,1944, in Drummondville, Canada to the late Richard and Rose Thiffault. At an early age, Leo had developed a love and talent for the sport of hockey that led to a professional hockey career that spanned from 1961-1974. After retiring from the sport, he worked tirelessly as a drywall contractor for decades. He enjoyed golfing, dancing, casino gambling and was an avid player of the game of pool. He is survived by his son Leo Thiffault Jr.; his daughters Diana Mei and Stephanie Rivera (Alex); his brothers Richard Thiffault (Hugette), and Norman Thiffault ; 4 grandchildren Travis, Justin, Kassandra and Olivia; 4 nieces Nicole, Lisa, Jaqueline and Kathleen; and countless friends. Dad, we love you and miss you. We will never forget the kindest, gentlest and hardest working man we ever knew. All Services are private and the Dillon Funeral Home Inc.- Holyoke was entrusted with the arrangements.

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Published by The Republican from Jul. 5 to Jul. 6, 2018.

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Nicole

July 3, 2025

Always in our hearts and memories. Thinking of you.

Beverly Mulvaney

June 30, 2020

Im so sorry to hear that your Dad, Leo has passed on. Didi and Steffie, my Heart is heavy for you. Cherish the precious memories forever.

Michel Gregoire

August 21, 2019

I just seen today the lost of Leo. We went to school together im 1955/1957 in Montreal. He was a famous hockey player. deep condoleances to the family.

Beverly Mulvaney

December 30, 2018

To the Thiffault family, I'm so very sorry to hear of your dads passing. I babysat for deedee and steffie for many years before they moved to wilbraham. Your dad was a true gentlemen who had such a big heart and personality. He was a great dad to you girls.

August 29, 2018

Sad to just recently hear about the passing of Leo. We played together on the same pool team this past winter/spring session and he was certainly one of the best. Leo was an extremely likable person, always wore a pleasant and was a true gentleman. Condolences from all the people that played with him.



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Andree Cusson

July 15, 2018

I was sad to hear of my cousin's passing. My fondest memories of him are when I was a child, he had the best laugh. My deepest condolences to all your family.

Leo - Doing what he loved

Nicole Vargas

July 6, 2018

I will miss the good times my Uncle Leo used to bring with him during the holidays and visits, time spent with family playing cards, making jokes, eating the best foods and just being together. I will always think of him as a shark of two trades (billiards & poker) and will always be super proud of his accomplishment as an NHL Hockey player. He was a kind man and I will miss him always.

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