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LEON GEORGE GANAS
Born: Dec 07, 1938
Date of Passing: Apr 04, 2019
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LEON GEORGE GANAS
December 7, 1938 - April 4, 2019
He leaves behind his sons, Daniel (Michelle), and Christopher (Jane); grandson Ethan; granddaughters, Elliot and Amelia; and his sister Katherine, as well as many beloved nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his loving wife, Eleanor (2010), and daughter Leslie (2010).
Leon was born and raised in Winnipeg and attended St. Paul's High School. He worked for National Drug Company of Canada before embarking on his lifelong career at Manitoba Blue Cross, the company to which he retired as Vice President in 2001.
Leon was a longtime Jets fan, sharing season tickets for many years with his lifelong friends, Zeke and Dan. Leon's passion was to travel, either on lengthy, adventure filled road trips with the family and later, coaxing Eleanor onto planes to jaunt half way across the world, often to Europe, but as far away as Australia, Japan and the Cook islands. Leon's greatest love was family, though a man of few words, he was quick to offer his love and support to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all those he has left behind.
Sincere thanks and deepest gratitude to the wonderful staff at Holy Family Home, who treated Leon with the utmost dignity, respect, love and care. We cannot thank you enough.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 8, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at St. John Brebeuf Parish, 1707 John Brebeuf Place, Winnipeg MB.
In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 06, 2019
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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We just heard of your Dad's passing and we are so sorry for your loss. Leon was a wonderful person and fun to be around. Our thoughts are with you. Take care, Joan, Al and Lori Hook - Posted by: Joan Hook (Friend) on: Apr 18, 2019
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Extending my deepest sympathy on your loss, I will keep him in my prayers,sincerely Pat o'Donnell - Posted by: patricia odonnell (friend) on: Apr 07, 2019
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Leon, Pat Bulger and I were friends all through high school. We hung out together after school and many Saturdays - mostly meeting at the Mandalay restaurant then going from there. It was a fun time in my life that I will always remember. Brian Carey - Posted by: Brian Carey (High school (St Pauls) friend) on: Apr 06, 2019
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Leo & me attended St. Mary's School in 1948. We shared many lunches together at Leo's mother's cafe. Rest In Peace Leo. Den - Posted by: Dennis McIvor (schoolmate) on: Apr 06, 2019
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Our deepest condolence to you the family. We were saddened to hear of Leon’s passing. Cherish your memories of him. Sincerely Raisa and Gerry - Posted by: Raisa and Gerry Davies (Friend ) on: Apr 06, 2019
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Sincere condolences. Leon was a dear friend of my late husband Patrick following their years at St Paul’s. I knew him as a kind gentle person. Hélène Bulger - Posted by: Hélène Bulger (friend ) on: Apr 06, 2019
