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Carol Leigh Wehking posted a condolence
Sunday, April 23, 2023
I have many memories of my dear friend Lesley, from working together on Continuing Meeting of Ministry and Counsel for Canadian Yearly Meeting, to travelling by car and discussing suicide, to her staying with us when meeting her granddaughter in Hamilton, to jaunting about Nova Scotia during CYM, and having dinner at her and John's beach house, and staying at their beautiful Moncton home... and many others. I will miss her groundedness, her lack of being judgemental (a lesson I need!), her humour, her coonsisteenncy, and so much more. The world is a better place for Lesley having been in it.
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Karen and George Trueman posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Dear John and family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss of Lesley. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Karen and George Trueman
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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
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Ken Sears posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Dear John and family,
It’s hard to believe you and and Lesley arrived in Sackville 57 years ago.Always so kind to my parents and to my children.What a delightful lady.Our sincerest sympathy.
Ken and Mary Sears
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Felix and Linda Baerlocher posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
To John and family,
Felix and I want to send you our sincere condolences. Lesley was a very calm and warm person,
Linda and Felix Baerlocher
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Janet Hammock posted a condolence
Friday, February 10, 2023
Dear John and family, Lesley was a gracious, smart, fun-loving, compassionate person with a wonderful sense of what work and play can be, and the ability to experience both at the same time. I came to know Lesley through our mutual friend, Arthur Motyer, and many a croquet game, delicious dinner, and Christmas Carol sing around the piano form my very fondest memories. Our friendship continued when we worked closely together for the Tantramar Seniors’ College, from its formation, throughout many years, on the Curriculum and Space Committee which she chaired. Our meetings were productive and always fun, held around her dining room table, always completed with her delicious home-baked goodies. Her sense of humour and marvellous brain-power went a long way to help the College thrive in those growing years. You, John, and Lesley were a super couple and part of the very fabric of Sackville life! She will be missed by so many, including me.
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Barbara Jardine posted a condolence
Friday, February 10, 2023
To John and family. I was so sorry to hear of Lesley's passing. She was kind and loving, with the gifts (among others) of a delightful sense of humour and sincere interest in the people she met. May your memories help you through this time.
Barbara Jardine
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Morris Haugg posted a condolence
Thursday, February 9, 2023
Dear John. May the many happy memories of Lesley sustain you in the years to come. She was such a wonderful person. I never met her when she didn’t smile. That is my lasting memory . Morris Haugg
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Cathy Thurston posted a condolence
Thursday, February 9, 2023
Dear John & family. My sympathies to you. I worked with Lesley on occasion while I was with Mental Health Services and she was with Family & Children's Services. I always had great respect for her as a professional and as a caring person. We crossed paths again through Sackville Art Association and her enthusiastic personality shone through again. I know she will be greatly missed. Cathy Thurston
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Kathleen McMullen posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Dear John and family. I have been thinking of Lesley and all of you since her passing, trying to find the right words. Nothing can encompass the loss you must all feel and the loss to so many Lesley touched over the years. The many tributes attest to how well she was loved, how she impacted so many. I first really got to know Lesley at the Once in a While Club where she brought so many interesting ideas and always came with her sense of humour and that special warmth and kindness that made everyone feel special. A dear friend to all. Warmest wishes , Kathleen McMullen
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Gwen Zwicker posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
So sorry to hear of Lesley's passing. Our sincere condolences to John and all the family. She will be missed by so many.
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Marlene Read posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Suzy so sorry to hear of your mums passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
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Vanessa Bass posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
I was so sorry to hear that Lesley had died. When we met at the Once in a While Club we always seemed to seek each other out for a chat, a laugh and a catch up. Lesley was the first person I met when I came to Sackville in 1970. She arrived at the door the day after we arrived with a box of homemade cookies. That was so typical of Lesley - thoughtful, generous and kind. My heartfelt sympathy to John and their girls. Lesley will be greatly missed.
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Rob Hughes lit a candle
Monday, February 6, 2023
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I got to know Lesley when we both served on Continuing Committee of Ministry and Counsel for Canadian Yearly Meeting of Quakers for 6 years. She brought many gifts of active listening, kindness, patience and good humour to our work during a difficult period for the Yearly Meeting. I remember taking me to a thrift shop that she knew of during some free time where we both shared our love of the hunt for new to us treasures. She will be missed and fondly remembered.
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Linda (Fraser) Trenholm posted a condolence
Monday, February 6, 2023
Dear John and family, I was so sorry to hear of Leslie’s passing. She was such a wonderful neighbour and friend to all our family on East Main. I can remember many a bridge game was played when her parents came to visit from England with my parents and grandmother. Leslie and I had many chats and laughs when we were at the Mt A pool together a few years ago, May all your wonderful memories help you through the days ahead.
Linda (Fraser) Trenholm
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Linda and Bart Musgrave posted a condolence
Sunday, February 5, 2023
We first met Leslie in 2008 when she was involved with facilitating a group to help people cope with grief and loss. She helped us navigate through a very difficult time in our lives. We will always be grateful for her friendship and the time she dedicated to help all of us. I hope it gives you comfort to know that Leslie’s kindness, and caring will be remembered by many people in the community.
Extending our most heart-felt condolences to her family.
Linda and Bart Musgrave
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Jean N Sealy posted a condolence
Sunday, February 5, 2023
We are so sad to learn of Leslie's death. She will be missed by her many friends and we send our deepest sympathy to her family at this sad time. Jean and Bob Sealy
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Marilyn Trenholme Counsell posted a condolence
Saturday, February 4, 2023
I wish to offer heartfelt sympathy to John and all Leslie’s loved ones at this very sad time. Lesley was a sincere and truly sweet person whom I admired immensely. Cherish your beautiful memories and may God bless you now and always.
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Beverly Shepard lit a candle
Friday, February 3, 2023
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I'm so sorry to learn of Lesley's death. We were e-mailing just a couple of days before, and I felt hopeful for a miracle. She was such a beautifully positive person. The world (especially the Quaker part of it) will miss her uplifting presence deeply. Good-bye, dear friend. You are greatly loved.
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Debbie Estabrooks posted a condolence
Friday, February 3, 2023
Dr. Read:
I was extremely saddened to hear of Lesley's passing. I spoke to her so many times when I met her in town - in the grocery usually - a sweet lady!
Debbie Estabrooks
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Douglas H. Grant posted a condolence
Friday, February 3, 2023
Dear John and Family, I send this with my deepest sympathies for your recent loss. I think that you told us of Lesley's illness the last time we met (I think that it was in the park). Shirley joins me in sending our heartfealt condolences. Again, our thoughts are with you. Douglas and Shirley Grant
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Ann Hicks pledged to donate to NEW BRUNSWICK MONTHLY MEETING RELIGIOUS SOCIETY FRIENDS (QUAKERS)
Friday, February 3, 2023
Our sincere condolences to the Read family.
Our family has so many fond memories of Lesley --
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Rhianna Edwards posted a condolence
Friday, February 3, 2023
I knew Leslie through the Once In A While Club and enjoyed my encounters with her there. She was always engaged and interesting. My condolences to you, her family.
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Neil Ferguson posted a condolence
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Dear John and family,
We are so sad about Lesley's passing. For as long as I can remember, from early childhood until now, Lesley and you were true friends to our parents and our whole family, and we have countless good memories of so many family gatherings (and great gourmet meals!).
You four had great travels together and Lesley always had a gentle good humour and wit that none of us will ever forget.
Our thoughts are with you.
Neil
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Geoffrey Carpenter posted a condolence
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Dear John,
My family and I wish to offer you and your family our sincere sympathy and condolences for the loss of your dear Leslie. May she rest in peace.
Geoffrey Carpenter
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Gill Read posted a condolence
Thursday, February 2, 2023
Being John’s sister I have known Lesley for nearly as long as him. As she was about six months older than me she did, on occasions, act as an older sister. Especially when I went on an ‘arranged’ date.
Gill
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Michael Davies posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
I met Lesley in September, 1962 when I started at Birmingham University. She had already met John, so a meeting was arranged. For some strange reason, it didn't go well! That got sorted quickly and we have laughed about that memory ever since. John and Lesley have been my oldest and dearest friends for over sixty years and I shall badly miss our discussions, doing the crossword over morning coffee and being able to rely on her for advice on so many matters.
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Brenda & Rod Allen posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Sincere sympathy on the loss of Lesley. Lesley was a lovely woman and I enjoyed playing bridge with her.
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Dorothy Thomas posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
To the Family,
I was heartbroken to hear of Lesley's passing. My deepest condolences to you all. She will be fondly remembered and so dearly missed.
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Anne and Vince Reinsborough posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
So sorry to hear of Lesley's passing. She was such a kind and understanding person. She was such an asset to the community. We will miss her in so many ways.
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Dan and Patty Cole posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Suzy and Family,
We are sorry to learn of the death of your Mom. Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss.
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Rev. John C. Perkin posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Dear John
my deepest condolences in the passing of Lesley. Such a kind spirit, she has made her ever so gentle mark on the world by touching the lives of so many people with her deep care and compassion. I always appreciated her support of the Chapel, and knew her as a gentle, caring individual who wanted the best for the world and everyone in it. I will miss her, as will many others. I extend to you my sympathies, and trust that cherished memories will sustain you.
John Perkin
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Kirk Ferguson posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Dear John & Family,
So sorry to hear of Lesley's passing. She was a great lady and a very good friend to my parents and our family. She was always up for an adventure with a smile and a laugh, I will miss her.
Kirk Ferguson
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George and Angelica De Benedetti posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Condolences to John and family on the loss of Leslie. She was an outgoing person and always thought of others. She will missed.
George and Angelica De Benedetti
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Susan Amos lit a candle
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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John, you are in our thoughts and in our hearts. Lesley's life was certainly well and fully lived. We trust the support of family and friends and the memories of your many years together will sustain you.
Love and light,
Susan and David
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Erica Thomas posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Julie and family,
Though there is nothing one can say to ease the pain of such an immense loss, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
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Mike & Sue Gallant posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Condolences to John, family and friends. It was a pleasure to volunteer with Lesley at a local theatre company. Blessings to you all….
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Janette Despres-Bulmer posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
To Suzy ,John,Julie and Christine: So very sorry to hear of Leslie's passing. She was a very kind and generous person who always made you welcome whenever one would visit. May you find comfort in knowing that Leslie touched so many lives and gave them the gift of happy memories. Rest in peace sweet lady.
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Gerry Bartlett posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
To John and family, please accept our sincere condolences. Lesley was such a strong force in the early years of the Seniors' College. She took several of the Dickens courses and we had wonderful discussions about the novels. She was such a joy to have in class, and some of her insights will always remain with me.
Gerry and Uta Bartlett
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Karen Hurley posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
My condolences to the family. May Lesley rest in peace.
Karen Hurley
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Anarella and Alejandro Morilla-Medina posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Thinking of you and sending prayers and love your way.
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East Coast Dental Group posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
In your time of sorrow, we would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Your ECDG team!
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Anne Ranahan posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Suzy, thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family as you walk through this very difficult time. Thinking of you. .
"My Mother’s Voice
I hear your words
When my day begins
Be kind to all
Some may become friends
Your voice echoes strong
When life gets tough
Don’t lose faith
Your best is enough
I am never afraid
To seize the day
Because my mother’s voice is with me
To guide my way"
- Catherine Karnes Munn
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Stacy Thompson posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
So sorry to hear Lesley passed, my condolences to John and family she was a very lovely and caring lady,
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Brenick Sears posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
So sorry for your lose John and family. Lesley was a wonderful person. Glad to have known her.
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Jérémie Landry posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
My condolences to the whole family, The last time I saw Leslie was during a delightful afternoon tea with her and John.
We had great conversations, good laughs, and fun. She was and will continue to be a comforting presence in our memories, and a source of inspiration for many.
Jérémie
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Sharon Wood posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Sending my sympathy on the loss of this wise and gracious woman Treasure all of the good memories and may they give you comfort each day
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Judy Ells posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
So sorry to hear of Lesley's passing. I attended grief counselling with Lesley and Audrey and she was very compassionate in her work. She spoke often of the daughter they lost so young. It was nice to run into her on the street and catch up. Thinking of you all.
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Roger & Marilyn posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Thinking of you at this difficult time and sending our condolences. Roger & Marilyn
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Michael Johnson posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
I am so very sorry to hear of her passing. She was a wonderful person who loved to laugh. Your time in NM was a lovely experience for my life and all lives both of you touched.
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Karen Olscamp posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Mike and I are deeply saddened to learn of Lesley’s passing. She was a lovely light in this world .
We offer sincere condolences to John and family.
Karen Olscamp
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Sandra Wallace posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Heartfelt condolences to you John as you mourn the loss of your beautiful wife Lesley. She was an incredible inspiration to me while we both served together on the Board of Tantramar Seniors College. Her smiles will be treasured, indeed. Her compassionate perspective will always be remembered. Bless you and your entire family.
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Marla Kavalak posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
John and Family I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Lesley. While no words can take away your grief, please know that I am holding you all close in my thoughts and prayers. May you find some comfort in the wonderful memories you have of her.
Marla Kavalak
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Patricia Craig lit a candle
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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May John and the Read Family find solace in the many joyous memories of Lesley that they share together.
Lesley was an exceptional woman who was an inspiration to so many others, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have met her through our membership in the New Brunswick Monthly Meeting.
Pat Craig, PEI Quakers Allowed Meeting
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Mark Estabrooks posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
My deepest condolences to John and Family on hearing of the passing of Lesley.
Mark Estabrooks
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Daphne Davey posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
I feel so blessed to have been able to share some time with Lesley last November at the New Brunswick Quaker retreat in Rothesay. I hold that memory in my heart now, as I learn of her passing. My condolences to John and the family. Lesley was full of courage! Daphne Davey, PEI Quaker Meeting.
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Susan Tower posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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Suzy, my deepest condolences to you and your family. May you treasure the memories of your mom.
Susan Tower
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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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