Daniel Fabien Leonhardt

DANIEL FABIEN LEONHARDT

    It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend, Daniel Fabien Leonhardt. 
   Left to survive Daniel are his father, Alain; sister Michele (Gabe); niece Avery, nephews Nolan and Julien; as well as extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his mother Rosetta.  
   Growing up in Charleswood, Dan attended River West Park, Westdale and Oak Park schools. His early jobs were in various restaurants and his charming personality made him a natural in the service industry. Dan was a genius with technology though and made that his career, getting his first job out of college with the Province of Manitoba, then moving to Ottawa for a few years to work for the Bank of Canada before being headhunted back to Winnipeg. He was the family IT guy and would often get the "can you please tell me how to fix my Wi-Fi?" calls, which of course he took without hesitation. Dan was a kind and giving man who was the first to lend a hand when someone needed help. He was the family's Mr. Fix-It and would happily research and assist in fixing anything that needed attention.  
   Daniel loved his family beyond measure, spending memorable time at the farm, hunting, fishing or just hanging out at the family home cooking delicious meals alongside his Dad. He was a terrific cook and host. He took every opportunity to visit his sister and her family in Michigan where his niece and nephews enjoyed quality time with him. They idolized fun Uncle Dan. He was one of their biggest cheerleaders and so proud of them. Whether it was playing games, joking around or just monkey piling on the floor, there was no end to the joy the kids and Uncle Dan gave each other.
   He loved animals and was fondly known as the dog whisperer when working with the four Labrador Retrievers owned by the family, including his girl Gaia. Dan never hesitated to take them all for walks, play and cuddle with them. Gaia was his furry baby and he doted on her. She was lucky to have such a loving human daddy to snuggle.
   Just a few short years ago, Dan decided to buy a motorcycle in Michigan which he drove all the way back to Winnipeg. He became quite the enthusiast and he would often take trips on his bike, especially to and from Michigan and beyond. Dan enjoyed travel throughout his life including Europe, Mexico and the States.  He also took great pride in his house in Crescentwood and entering it was like stepping into the pages of a home design magazine.
   Like his mother, Dan’s smile went all the way up to his eyes and his laughter was infectious, just like his dad's. He had such a witty sense of humour and he did a spot-on impression of a young Robert De Niro!  We will miss his kind and loving heart.
   Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Roman Catholic Church, 4588 Roblin Boulevard @ Grant Avenue with Rev. Msgr. Maurice Comeault P.H., presiding. Interment will follow in Assumption Roman Catholic Cemetery, 3990 Portage Avenue.
   Wojcik’s Funeral Chapels & Crematoriums, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg 204.897.4665 www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com