LEO LACHANCE

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LEO LACHANCE September 9, 1918 - October 20, 2005 Peacefully at home, on October 20, 2005 Leo passed away at the age of 87. Leo will be lovingly missed by his wife Lillian, of 63 years; sons, Lorne (Georgette) and Bob (Pamela); grandchildren, Lori (Mike) Wlock, Cheryl, Layla, Parker; great-grandchildren, Nathan, Teaghan and Jenna. Leo will also be missed by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Leo grew up in Marquette, MB and moved to Ontario to work. He moved back to Winnipeg in 1940 where he met his wife Lillian and spent many years working for Manitoba Cartage. Leo enjoyed spending time at Sandy Hook, sports and music; he even had his own band named Leo's Rhythmaires . Leo loved spending time with his family, he was a kind and generous man and always lived life to the fullest. He will be sadly missed by all. The family would like to thank Dr. Rabson and Dr. Blank for their care given to Dad. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 26 at 12:30 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in Leo's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 200-6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 24, 2005