Obituary
JOHN THOMAS LEAMON
December 14, 1937 – November 23, 2016

It is with great sadness that the family of the late John Thomas (Tom) Leamon announces his passing on Wednesday, November 23 at Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Centre at the age of 78 years. Born in Port aux Basques, Tom was the son of the late Charles Sr. and Gladys Leamon. He was predeceased by his brothers Clarence (Jean), Reg (Phyllis), Clifford Bateman, father and mother in law George Sr., and Hazel Bennett, sisters in law Linda Bennett, Maggie Leamon and brother in law George Bennett Jr. Leaving to mourn with many fond and loving memories his wife Shirley of 54 years. A proud father and grandfather he will forever remain in the hearts of his children; Michael (Lori) Leamon, Tony (Connie) Leamon, Shawn (Margo) Leamon, grandchildren; Nick (Holly), Toni, Dylan, Colby, Marcy, Rowan. He will also be sadly missed by his brothers Chay Leamon and Gordon Leamon. Brothers in law; Austin (Linda) Bennett, Carl (Judy) Bennett, Stanley Bennett, sisters in law Bernice Mackenzie (Rick Stroder), Patsy (Rocky) Head and a large circle of nieces, nephews and many friends. Visitation took place on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. and on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at East Haven Funeral Home. Funeral services took place on Saturday, November 26, 2 p.m. at Wesley United Church, Channel officiated by Rev. Kathleen Anderson, interment followed at Wesley United Cemetery, Trans Canada Highway. Flowers graciously accepted or donations in memory of Tom can be made to the charity of one's choice. Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Have Funeral Home Inc., 57 Grand Bay Road, Port aux Basques, 695-2300. www.easthavenfuneralhome.com

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