Rest in Peace Dennis Leeson

[Dave]

LEESON, Dennis
LEESON, Dennis Passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home after a lengthy illness, surrounded by loved ones, on August 12, 2013, at the age of 84. Beloved husband to Molly of almost 62 years. Dear father to Brian, Bruce (Ester), and Donna. Loving grand-father to Stephanie, Michael, and Sarah and great-grandfather to Emmalia. Brother to Irene (predeceased) (Frank), Bob (predeceased) (Carolyn), and Richard (Marie). He will be missed by many relatives and friends. Dennis was involved in hockey early in his life having played at the semi-pro level and coached many years in the Hamilton minor hockey system. Also he was an avid angler competing in tournaments across Southern Ontario and the United States, as well as running Lakeland Charters. Dennis founded the Hamilton Fishing Pool Project for Individuals with Special Needs. Later in life he spent many years guiding at Kesagami Wilderness Lodge. Memorial Visitation at BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME - "William J. Markey Chapel", 947 Rymal Road East, HAMILTON (905-574-0405) on Friday, August 16, 2013 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. In keeping with Dennis' wishes, cremation has taken place. For those who wish, donations made to Community Living - Hamilton would be appreciated.

[bigjoemc]

Fishing lost a great fishing ambassador and a great man . I will be thinking of Dennis as I fish the Waterfront Trust Derby as he brought my sons Andrew and Colin out in his boat to fish this derby when they were kids. Also the times spent @ Inch Park pool teaching Special needs and local kids the joys of fishing . Those smiles and squeals of excitement of these kids catching a live trout are etched in my memory. Dennis always had time to answer all of Colin's questions even when you were eating breakfast @ the Harvard Square McDonalds. Colin always looked for Dennis and Bruce at the Sportsman shows and fueled Colin's passion for fishing. Condolences to Bruce who I went to school and worked at with Stelco and the Leeson family. May God and your fathers passion get you through this time of sorrow.