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Leonard Gerard Desjardins

April 16 1959 - November 15 2024

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Mary McFadden posted a condolence

Saturday, November 23, 2024

Our condolences to Father Len's family. We were lucky at St. Mary's in Hesson to have such a kind and friendly priest. Mary & Dean McFadden

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Rosie Brower posted a condolence

Friday, November 22, 2024

For Doug and the whole family. My deepest condolences for the passing of your brother and also for your dear father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. From your friend from G.M. Rosie Brower

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Doug Posted Nov 25, 2024 at 8:07 PM

Thank you Rosie that means so much.

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Colleen Grison lit a candle

Friday, November 22, 2024

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My condolences to the family of Fr Len. We had many fun evenings tole painting and doing stained glass. We missed him when he left Blessed Sacrament parish. He was a great friend and inspiration.

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Pam & Greg posted a condolence

Thursday, November 21, 2024

We got to know Fr Len when he was sent to enriched the lives of us who live in North Perth. Taught us true spirituality, some mean guitar rifts, and the glories of Black Russians. An amazing friend and honorary brother. Our sincere condolences to his family. That man will be missed.

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Kathy posted a condolence

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Our hearts are broken. Condolences to those that remain behind on earth. May we all be comforted by warm memories of this wonderful man. He will be truly missed by many. And may he soar with the angels in heaven. Rest peacefully. Until we meet again... Tom and Kathy

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Barb and Larry McCann posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Sincere sympathy to Fr. Len's entire family and friends. Fr. Len was our much loved pastor at Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish. He always left us with "Something to think about" after his homily. RIP Fr. Len, you served us well.

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Dianna Kuypers Posted Nov 20, 2024 at 9:46 PM

Amen to that.

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Sue Szpara posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

My condolences to Fr. Len' s family, with his passing. He was out Priest in Listowel/Hesson. May his soul rest in peace.

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Lynda Cadotte posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Fr Len. I recall many fond memories of Fr Len when we worked together at Blessed Sacrament Parish in Chatham. Fr Len was a wonderful priest and a joy to work with. He was truly a blessing to all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with Fr Len’s family and friends now and in the days to come. Rest in peace Fr Len. Tom & Lynda Cadotte

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Jill Reinseth-Burns posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Condolences to his family and all who were touched by him. May his soul be welcomed by God our Father in Heaven where he will know love for eternity.

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Tim Samson posted a condolence

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Deepest sympathies to the family of Fr. Len. My wife and I had the privilege of meeting and working with Fr. Len on a COR Weekend. Needless to say, this led to a strong friendship that lasted many years. RIP FR. Len.

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Annette lit a candle

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

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Condolences to the family, saddened to hear about the passing of this beautiful soul. “Ease your grief, he is not gone, For in your heart, he lingers on. His smile, his laugh, his special way, Will comfort you, from day to day. You’ll feel his presence in the breeze, That dances gently, through the trees. And it’s his face that you shall see, When you’re in need of company. At any time, you can recall, The love you shared…you saved it all. And in time, more than anything, You’ll find peace in remembering.” Rest easy Leonard….Annette(Cecile) Duquette

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Jean Stephenson, St. Theresa’s Parish posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

My deepest condolences to the family. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

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Rev. Innocent Ibeh posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

May your perpetual light, O Lord, shine on Fr. Leonard Gerard. And may He rest in peace. Grand his family the grace of fortitude to bear this loss.

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Anna beaulne posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Heartfelt condolences to father Leonard’s loving family. I remember father Leonard, especially from his childhood days. He and his family lived one block over “around the corner”. He was a laughing, fun loving, smiling guy. I used to babysit he and his brothers and sisters. A very lovely family. May he rest in peace with the Lord. Love and prayers. Anna Beaulne ( Sargis).

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Larry & Joanne Glavin posted a condolence

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Thoughts & prayers to Father Lens entire family. He was a man of many talents, an infectious smile, willing to join in & try anything. He will be sadly missed by so many, but never forgotten. Always made you feel at ease. He fought a good battle. Rest in peace Larry & Joanne Glavin

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Angie Desjardine uploaded photo(s)

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

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Father Len was a dear friend who had a kind and generous soul. I got to know Father Len while he was at Mt. Carmel. Many fond memories of Halloween, Santa Claus Parades and social events. Rest in peace Father Len. Angie Desjardine

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Thomas Paul Clark lit a candle

Monday, November 18, 2024

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Thomas Paul Clark. I have Prayed for Father Len Ever since his Struggles with IPF. Father Len was Truely a Remarkable Priest. When I Scout Leader Father Len and Father Quenville Camp to visit our Camp he was Great. I Loved his Service at Mass I will not stop praying for him. I believe he should be a Saint. I will Pray for you all as well May Perpetual light of God shine upon his Servant. He always Loved God .Thomas Paul clark and Family North Central Catholic Parishes God Bless.

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Patricia Kennedy lit a candle

Monday, November 18, 2024

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Our sincere condolences in the passing of your precious loved one. We were blessed to call Father Len, a cherished friend..he was a good and holy priest whose love for his ministry touched the lives of many. His courage and tenacity in battling his IPF will always be an inspiration to us…He was blessed to be cared for by you, his family, with great love, compassion and commitment…thank you . We continue to hold you in prayer, thought and heart….May Father Len’s soul Rest In Peace.. where there in no more pain, no more suffering.. Love Putsy & Mary Kennedy..North Central Windsor Family of Parishes parishioners.

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Jacqueline Knap lit a candle

Monday, November 18, 2024

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Father Len was our priest in Exeter for many years. He married my husband and I, and baptized our daughter. He was a wonderful, joyful, kind man. He and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

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elena Dippold (Berneche) posted a condolence

Monday, November 18, 2024

Len was always wonderful to me. His smile made me feel so much better if I was having a rough time. In the long ago days of Cor and Faith Unlimited, he was my rock. Sent with love .

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Sandy Carroll lit a candle

Monday, November 18, 2024

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To Fr. Len’s Family I have know Fr. Len since his time at Most Precious Blood Parish - He was such a great Man. Funny, great at Decorating the Lord’s House, Courageous in his medical fight . The last time we saw him was for dinner at the Windsor Yacht Club. We laughed so much that night and then unfortunately we had to settle for communication through Email. The last email I got was when his Father died . He will be missed but he no longer has to suffer. R.I.P. Fr. Len

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Alan M posted a symbolic gesture

Monday, November 18, 2024

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From the team here, but especially me. I will miss our chats good sir. Rest now, and stay out of trouble. :)

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Sr. Gabriella Strader posted a symbolic gesture

Monday, November 18, 2024

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Sending prayers and tears from Mrs, Judy Heffernan and Sr. Gabriella STRADER.

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Audrey Hummelen posted a condolence

Monday, November 18, 2024

Dear family and friends of our dear Father Len, What a beautiful tribute to this wonderful man. He was a true man of God, blessing all of us who were fortunate enough to have known him. Just by being him, he had a huge impact on all of us. I will forever cherish my memories of him. Such good talks, warm smiles and hugs and his laughter! My deepest sympathies as you journey on. Love, Audrey Hummelen

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Dianne Martin posted a condolence

Monday, November 18, 2024

I had the pleasure of working with Fr. Len at St. Theresa’s. I assisted him with decorating as I was Sacristan and I was amazed at his talent. I also fed him a few times and I quickly learned he didn’t like peas. I am sad to learn that he is gone but at the same time happy to know that his suffering is over and he is reunited with his parents at the same time. Until we meet again, Fr. Len……Dianne Martin

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Mr Donald Hastie posted a condolence

Sunday, November 17, 2024

I shared many a happy week with Len and all our mutual Theatre friends at WODL Festivals. He had an incredible sense of humour, an infectious smile and an ability to make one feel like you really mattered to him. I will miss him. May he rest in peace and rise in Glory.

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Paul Ouellette posted a condolence

Sunday, November 17, 2024

Leonard & I knew each other in our late teens, as we were both involved in COR retreat weekends & he was one of several friends who entered the Priesthood. I lost touch with him as the years past... but my memories of Len will always be of him as a young lad who loved people, silly fun & good jokes. Back in our younger days, Len was one of the people (long before he was Father Desjardins..) that friends would look forward to seeing, as he always had a way of making us feel glad we were there with him. It was a shock for me to learn (from Fr Paul Kim..) on Rememberance Day that Fr Len was gravely ill & then that he had passed a few days later. Heaven's gain is our loss. RIP Leonard... you were taken from us far too soon.

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Anne Donkers posted a condolence

Sunday, November 17, 2024

So very sad to hear of the passing of Father Len. We knew him from his time in Sarnia and always appreciated his talents, warmth & sense of humour. He was exactly 1 month older than me, something I would always fondly remind him of on his birthday ☺️. Will keep him and all his family members close in our thoughts & prayers. Anne & Herb Donkers

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Joanna Giresi posted a condolence

Sunday, November 17, 2024

Deepest Condolences to Fr Len’s family, Fr Len hired me as a Coordinator of Youth Ministry for Sacred Heart Church in Sarnia in the summer of 2001. We had a wonderful collaborative working relationship and over a very short period of time we became close friends! Len was always so supportive of my efforts and it was a privilege to be a part of his lay team under his leadership! I was always amazed by his many creative talents. A favourite memory was when he would sing ‘ Veni Sanctus Spiritus’ for Pentecost and Confirmation. He had a lovely singing voice! Fr Len had a wonderful sense of humour and I always got a kick out of his laugh! I consider myself blessed that I was able to do ministry alongside Fr Len for 10 years….RIP my friend Sam and Joanna Giresi

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Sunday, November 17, 2024

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