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Christopher Leach Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we share the peaceful passing of Christopher George Leach at Thunder Bay Regional Hospital on February 20, 2023.
Chris was born in Port Arthur on October 14, 1969 and attended Oliver Road Public School and PACI. He played hockey and football as a youth and continued to follow the Montreal Canadiens and the Philadelphia Eagles throughout his adult life. Most of his work experiences were in the restaurant industry and in construction and renovation. Chris enjoyed playing golf and working with wood. He had an everlasting love and connection to music.
Our redhead found a love of gardening and had quite the green thumb. In the kitchen, he used ingredients creatively and enjoyed preparing food for friends and family. He loved family get togethers and was always first to help with cleanup.
Chris believed in family traditions and values and was proud of his English, Irish and Finnish heritage. The people who knew Chris best will remember the love he had for his children, his family and his friends. They will remember his gentle, sentimental soul, his wonderful smile, his warm hugs, his competitive ways, and his love of fun.
Chris will be lovingly remembered by his partner, Angèle Bibeau; children, Malcolm and Hannah and their mother, Leah Fraser; parents, Brian and Paula; brother, Harris; niece, Elliott; aunts, Mary-Ellen (Ric) Bodner, Debbie Leach (Clarence Comeau), Maija (Glenn) Wilson, Donna Aho; uncles, Matti and Harry Alatyppö; cousins, Marnie, Scott, Jeff, Sarah, Monique, Jennifer, Darcy, Alex, Zack, Erik, and Terry; and other relatives in the Maritimes and in Finland.
Chris was predeceased by his grandparents, George and Verna Leach and Alvar and Veera Alatyppö and by his cousin, Kevin Alatyppö.
Funeral services will take place at Sargent & Son Funeral Chapel on Monday, March 6 at 11:00 am with Reverend Randy Boyd officiating; for those who wish to view the service virtually, you may do so via the Sargent & Son Facebook page. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial at Riverside Cemetery following the services.
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Jan Patrick Lucas
May 18, 2023
I remeber the long flowing red hair and warm smile from Chris. He was a real enforcer on the football field and someone I looked up to as a junior at P.A.C.I. He had a very special kind of warmth and graciousness. I had not seen him since highschool but I have very fond memories of him as he was very kind to myself and others. I was very surprised and saddened to learn of his passing. Best wishes to all his friends and family. My heart is with you all!
Elizabeth Taylor (nee Wear of Oliver Road)
March 6, 2023
Dear Paula and Brian:
Jackie told me of your loss and I am was very sorry to hear that your dear son had died at such a young age.
Velda Williams-Sande
March 4, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Chris was a wonderfully kind and gentle soul. He is deeply missed. With love Velda and Phil Sande
Maggie Nattress
March 3, 2023
I was so saddened to hear the news that Chris passed away. He was a really good friend to me and my brother Pete, & spent a lot of time at the house in High School. He always gave a warm welcome & sincerely cared how you were doing. I hope he & Pete enjoy a beer in heaven & laugh about the good ol days at PACI.
Phil & Cecile Colyer
March 3, 2023
We would like to offer our most sincere sympathies at the loss of Christopher. May he rest in peace.
Nancy Baker
March 1, 2023
Mr and Mrs Leach, I am shocked and saddened by the news of Chris´s passing. We went to school at Oliver Road and everyone always thought we were brother and sister which we liked to play along. Unfortunately when highschool came along we lost touch but I thought of him often. My deepest sympathies to you both, Harris and family. Indeed sad news. He was a great guy.
Debbie Bruley
February 28, 2023
I used to say hi to Chris on the Old Fort William billboards every summer while travelling the highway to camp. This will always be my best memory of the smiling happy guy going on his adventure.
Rosanna Smith
February 27, 2023
My sincere condolences to your entire family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Douglas Gould
February 27, 2023
Dear Paula and Brian, sending you and your family most sincere condolences at your loss.
Doug Gould.
Janice, Jess and Jordan Olesiak
February 27, 2023
Paula, Brian and Harris and family. so sorry to hear of Chris passing. Wishing all of you comfort and peace in the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart.
Donna Dychko ( Comuzzi) Neighbour
February 27, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Christopher `s Passing. Brian, Paula, Family, Friends and Colleagues l would like to Express My Condolences And Deepest Sympathies At this Very Sad And Difficult Time. Heaven has definitely gained another another Angel. May Your Hearts Heal in Time Remembering Wonderful Moments And Beautiful Memories. R.I.P. Christopher Leach
Michael McKinnon
February 26, 2023
So sorry to hear this news. I was friends with Chris in grades 3 to 6 before moving away from Thunder Bay. I have fond memories of playing hockey and hot wheel cars with Chris back in the 1970s. My sincere condolences to your family.
Jane Henderson
February 26, 2023
Chris will always be remember as a great friend to all.
We will miss you.
Sheryl Gibson
February 25, 2023
Paula and Brian I am so sorry for the loss of your son no words we can say would comfort you in your grief be we send our deepest condolences to you his partner and the entire family. May he Rest In Peace.
Sheryl
February 25, 2023
Paula and Brian I am so sorry for the loss of your son no words I could say right now could bring you any comfort in this grief. We send our deepest condolences to the entire family.
Rick Stock & Sylvia Kuluski
February 25, 2023
Brian and Paula we were saddened to read of Chris´ passing. Our condolences to you and the family. You´re in our thoughts and prayers.
Aino, Hubert & Kevin Couch
February 25, 2023
We are all so very sorry for your loss.
Gail Macdougall
February 25, 2023
Paula and family, so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Gail Macdougall(Korpela).
Ron Forsythe
February 25, 2023
Please accept our sincere condolences on Chris's passing. Ron and Dixie Forsythe
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