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Hartley Alexander McLeod Sr.

FUNERAL HOME

D. O. McComb and Sons - Foster Park

6301 Fairfield Ave.

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hartley McLeod Obituary

HARTLEY ALEXANDER McLEOD SR., passed away Monday, July 14, 2008, at Lutheran Hospital. Born Oct. 4, 1926, in Selkirk, Manitoba, Canada, he made his home in the United States. In 1947, he turned-pro while playing hockey for the Detroit Red Wings League.He played for many other professional teams and in 1954 settled in Fort Wayne to play for the Komets until 1960. He retired from the Komets but continued to play as an Old Timer and refereed for many years. He worked for Gunner Elliott at Aalco Distributing; Hugie Johnston at Hugie's Mobile Homes and Neal Barille owner of Neal's Oyster Bar. He was a great host to our community as owner of The Yacht Club, The Hoosier Tavern and for the last 25 years his charming personality and smile welcomed thousands of patrons to Hartley's fine dining on Fairfield. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. "A loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather and friend. He will be truly missed by his family, community and his devoted staff at Hartley's." He is survived by his wife, Wanda May (Jones) McLeod; son, Hartley A. McLeod Jr. and wife, Susan McLeod of Fort Wayne; daughter, Pamela A. Downs and husband, Pat Downs of Fort Wayne; stepson, John Getts of Ft. Myers, Fla.; brothers, Melvin (Barbara) McLeod of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Jim (Velma) McLeod and Winston (Joan) McLeod, both of Selkirk, Manitoba; sister, Myrna (Bud) Saunders and Linda McLeod, both of Selkirk, Manitoba; grandchildren, Hartley McLeod III, Lindsay (Cameron) Brubaker, Patrick Winston Downs, Nancy Moline, and Michael Getts; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wallace and Tassie McLeod; a brother, Leslie McLeod; and sisters, Alma and Pearl McLeod. Service is 11 a.m. Friday at Trinity United Methodist Church, 609 Putnam St., with calling one hour prior. Calling also from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at D.O. McComb & Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Ave. Burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Memorials to grandchildren's education fund or Trinity United Methodist Church.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Jul. 16, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Hartley McLeod

23 Entries

Denise Quillin

July 24, 2008

We are so sorry to hear about Hartley Sr. I will always cherish the time I spent working with all of you. I have such great memories and stories of "Hart Sr." We know what a sad time this is for all of you. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Denise and Dave Quillin & family

bethany Dick

July 22, 2008

Dear Wanda, and Pammie,
I am so sorry for the loss of Hartley. He was such a funny guy, with a huge free spirited heart. God only takes the best. Please know that you will again meet one day.
I am sorry I could not attend the funeral. I was on my way home from Michigan. But my thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless
Love,
Bethany Dick, Jordan, Rachael and Baby Joe

Gloria Kirkness

July 21, 2008

Dear Wanda and Family,
we are so sorry to learn of Hartley's passing. He was a very special person and we know you all will miss him very much.
Sincerely, Allan and Gloria Kirkness
Selkirk, Mb.

Renee Curneal

July 21, 2008

Dear Hartley Jr, Sue, Pam and your families; Please know that I pray for you all and will continue until we all go home to be with our Heavenly Father.
Mike and I loved to come to your restaurant to eat and visit while watching the oysters being shucked and hearing whatever the family had been up to . . .golf, hockey, hotdog stands...it was all good. Love you all.

Kim Grathwohl

July 17, 2008

Pam,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this special time of rememberance.
Rob Harber &

Jeff & mary Cowles

July 17, 2008

he was a great uncle and will never beforgotten he will truly be missed love to all of the family.

Louise Halldorsson

July 17, 2008

Dearest Pam and family, Hart jr. and family and Wanda. My heart aches for you. Its so difficult to lose someone so loved and special in your life. I know you have many family and individual memories that may seem painful to think of at first, because all you can think of is the loss, but as time goes on, memories bring a source of comfort to you and thankfulness for the important part he was in your life. Much love to you.

Gertrude White

July 17, 2008

Wanda and Pam,

My deepest sympathy on your loss. I miss seeing you since I moved so far from Trinity United Methodist and I have cut back on driving. God Bless you all.

Carolyn McCoy

July 17, 2008

Pam
I am sorry. May your memories be your strength.
God Bless all of you
Carolyn McCoy.

Mr & Mrs Jerry Garrett

July 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brendan and Sheryl Clemens

July 16, 2008

Patrick and Pam;
We are so sorry to read about the loss of your dad. We have wonderful memories of him at Hartley's and great stories that he shared. May God bless you and your family in the times ahead.

Andy Richardson

July 16, 2008

Wanda, Winston, Hartley Jr,Pam and the rest of your families,i want to extend my deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of your loved one, i spent many a day at your home while i was running with Winston many years ago, i always enjoyed Hartley's smiling face wether it was at The Yacht Club, the Hoosier Tavern, or at Hartley's Place.he gave us so many memorable moments while playing with the Komets, and for that we say THANK YOU,Hartley , you were always a true gentleman and we know you are in a better place now , so may you rest in peace. A long time family FRIEND , Andy Richardson

Steve Heiniger

July 16, 2008

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I have great memories of Mr. Mcleod at the restaurant through the years. God Bless.

Amy Chappell

July 16, 2008

Dear McLeod Family,
Please accept our condolences on your great loss. I have several fond memories of Hartley Sr but my favorite is of watching a hockey game on TV with him a couple of years ago at a Chicago tennis club and hearing him casually tell a young man near us, "I played for that team". The young fellow nearly fell off of his stool. Hartley just smiled and went on to entertain both of us with tales of his playing days.
I hope your fond memories help you through this difficult time.
Love,
Amy, Greg, Paul and Nick Chappell

LINDA

July 16, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Audrey and Bob Wright

July 16, 2008

Sending our love to all the McLeod Family. What a great loss. We've been reflecting on the joys and memories of Hartley in our lives. What a guy!

Tammy Buescher

July 16, 2008

Dear Pam and Family,

I wanted to drop you a line to tell you how very sorry I am to hear of your Dad's passing. You are in my thoughts.

Janice & Bob Derek

July 16, 2008

Bless you ALL for your loss;
We are better for having known him. His legacy lives on in our hearts.

Kim Bradford

July 16, 2008

Dear McLeod Family,
May you know how well loved Hartley was in this community. Although, I was not born when he played for the Komets. I enjoyed seeing him play in the old timers games. He is a great loss to the sport of Hockey both NHL and IHL! He will be greatly missed in the community, and in the community of the U.M. churches.
May God continue to Bless each and everyone of you!
Sincerely, Kim Bradford (Member of Crescent Ave U.M.)

Harold Rentfrow

July 16, 2008

My mom worked for Hartley for many years in Waynedale and at the Hoosier. My brothers, sisters and I cherish our very fond memories of him. In her memory, we wish all his family our sorrow and gratitude for all he did for us. The family of Betty J. Rentfrow

Steve and Gloria Meyer

July 16, 2008

We will miss Senior SO much. He always had a warm, welcoming smile on his face at Hartley's and lots of conversation to share. We felt like he was part of OUR family. Our sympathy goes out to the McLeod family. God Bless You All.

Mr. Richard E Sanders & Family

July 16, 2008

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Cheryl Britt (Mosher)

July 16, 2008

Pam and Hartley,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember your Dad from our Junior High and High School Days. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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