Leo Arthur St. Jacques

Leo Arthur St. Jacques obituary

Leo Arthur St. Jacques

Leo St. Jacques Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home on Oct. 30, 2025.

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MELVIN VILLAGE --- Leo A. St. Jacques, 68, of Marisue Terrace, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at home surrounded by his loved ones.

Leo was born on April 25, 1957, in Laconia, NH, the son of the late Octave "Bob" St. Jacques and Jeannette (Gilbert) St. Jacques.

Leo is a beloved husband, step-father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Leo had a love for cars, Harley Davidsons and fishing.

It's not what we have in life, but who we have in our lives that matters. Leo left a lasting impression of kindness in all the lives that he touched. He is survived by his wife Joanne Palmer; step son David Manita and his significant other Sarah Gilman; step-daughter Laura Knott and her husband Ryan, and step-daughter Jenna Manita Sullivan and her husband Marc; sisters Helen Boisvert and her husband Ernie, and Susan Mekkleson and her husband Kevin.

His favorite people called him Grampa, he leaves behind 9 grandchildren who loved and adored him.

Per Leo's wishes, there will be no services.

Those who wish, memorial donations may be made in Leo's name to Quality Care Home Health and Hospice, PO Box 32, Center Harbor, NH 03226.

Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services/603Cremations.com, 164 Pleasant St., Laconia, NH, 03246, is assisting the family with arrangements. For more information and to view an online memorial, please visit wilkinsonbeane.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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