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David LEONARD Obituary
Died peacefully at the Marlborough Hospice on Monday, February 10, 2020. Dearly loved husband of Maree and beloved father of James and Ben. Our sincere thanks to the staff of the Marlborough Hospice for their care of David. Messages may be sent to c/- PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or a tribute shared on www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz In preference to flowers, please consider a donation to the Marlborough Hospice, c/- PO Box 411, Blenheim 7240, in David's memory. In accordance with his wishes a private family cremation has been held.
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19 Entries
Alison Campbell
March 2, 2020
Dear Maree, James and Ben,
I am so sorry to hear the news of David's passing. I remember him well with great fondness and loved his cheeky sense of humour. He was a gentle, considerate and kind person. Our thoughts are with you for your very sad loss.
Wrapping my arms around you and sending all our love,
Alison & Ross
Kim Mason
February 18, 2020
So sad to hear of Dr Leonards passing. Condolences to the Leonard Family. We have fond memories of visits to see him and often talk about what a wonderful person he was and how they just don't make them like that anymore. One of the good guys!
Mark Mason
February 16, 2020
So sad to hear of the passing of Dr Leonard. He was my late wife's doctor until he retired and she thought the world of him. He was such a kind, caring man. Condolences and love to the Leonard family.
February 14, 2020
To the Leonard family, please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of David. He will remain the most important and respected GP we ever had the pleasure of meeting. His sense of responsibility and and care toward his patients was second to none. A true gentleman with a wry sense of humor and sharp wit who was always on top of his patients needs. He will be sorely missed. Farewell David.
Jan and George Sutherland
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Karen and Paul MacDonald
February 13, 2020
Was so sad to hear of your passing, Dr Leonard, I was very grateful to have met you and to have you in mine and my families lives and am so glad you delivered all of my Children.
You were such a lovely person and Fantastic doctor. You will be so sadly missed.
Deepest Sympathy to the Leonard family he was an absolute gem of a man.
Forever in our hearts
February 13, 2020
A real gentleman and a dedicated professional to his community.
Condolences to the Leonard Family
John Patchett .
February 13, 2020
The kindest, most compassionate doctor. Have never felt as comfortable with any doctor before or since. I was so sad when he retired but truly hope he had a wonderful retirement
Ellen Shaw (Maffey)
Chris Jowers
February 13, 2020
I was so sad to hear this, I remember David at school & he was the best doctor I have ever had. Maree my heart goes out to you, it will be a hard time for you & the boys, but know that people are thinking of you all & sending love & hugs your way. David was a good & we'll respected man xxx
Lynette &John Valk
February 13, 2020
We were very saddened to read of Dr Leonard's passing, we were just talking about what a wonderful gentleman he was an a wonderful Dr he was , he went out of his way numerous times for our family.
We often tell people the story of when he delivered our daughter , he arrived in his white gumboots and I laughed and said - where would you be without your gum boots and he replied, prob where you are. We had a great laugh.
He will alway stay as the best Dr ever in our eyes .
Thinking of all the family at this sad time .
Julia Young
February 13, 2020
To Maree and family, very sorry to read of David's passing. I didn't know him very well, ( think you were at one of my French classes) but remember you both as a devoted couple and know that he will be missed.
Every good wish as your family regroups and supports one another in your loss.
Peter Lamb
February 12, 2020
Maree, so very sorry to hear about the passing of David, Kaye and I have fond memories of working with him at Cloudy Bay and Dog Point and his dedication as a doctor in returning from holiday to deliver our daughter. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Kaye Peter and Meg Lamb
February 12, 2020
To Maree and family, saddened to hear of David's passing. Remembering him as a strong gentle Dr, and showing such strength as he struggled with his illhealth. Regards Chris Pepper
February 12, 2020
He will remain my favourite Dr for the remainder of my life.
Linda Roughan
February 12, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of David's passing. He was a lovely genuine person and I feel very privileged to have worked with him during my days of working at cloudy bay winery. He was a fantastic doctor who genuinely cared about people and their lives. He was one of a kind. Rest In Peace.
John Broughton
February 12, 2020
I was saddened to read of the passing of your husband and father David. Our family were friends of the Leonard family (who were lovely people) many years ago.
Please accept my sincere condolences for your very sad loss.
February 12, 2020
So sorry to hear of the passing of David, he was a fantastic Doctor and special person.He will be sadly missed.RIP. Condolences to you all. Sandra McNeilly(Kenny)
Donna Katu
February 12, 2020
Very sad to hear of Dr Leonard's passing, he was our family doctor for years until retiring.
What a clever talented man he was and very respected.
Ali Roselli
February 12, 2020
Marie, James and Ben
I am so very saddened to hear about the passing of David. Deepest sympathy to you all and may he now R I P
Thinking of you all
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