Obituary of Donald R. B. "Donnie" Leeson

LEESON, Donald R. B. “Donnie”, of St. Thomas, passed away at LHSC, University Hospital on Saturday, January 13, 2018, in his 63rd year. Born in St. Thomas, ON, August 12, 1955, he was the son of Theresa “Terry” (née Roloson) and the late Donald B. Leeson (2003). Father of Bradley Leeson, and brother of Roberta Knott (Gary), Richard W. “Rick” Leeson (Cathy), and the late Linda Knott (1987). Also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Donnie was the partner of the late Rita Hansen (2006). He was a former employee of Woolley Maintenance Service, St. Thomas. Donnie enjoyed woodworking, fishing, and playing darts. He loved his kitty, Blue Eyes. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no public visitation or funeral service. Private interment of his cremated remains will be made in Elmdale Memorial Park. Memorial donations to the London Health Sciences Foundation re: London Regional Cancer Program will be gratefully acknowledged. Arrangements entrusted to the SIFTON FUNERAL HOME, 118 Wellington St., St. Thomas (519-631-1160).