Passed peacefully away at Agnes Pratt in the presence of his loving family on March 17, 2016, Leslie Benson, aged 85 years. Predeceased by his parents Anastasia and William; and brothers William and Harvey. Leaving to mourn with loving memories his devoted and loving wife of 55 years June; daughters Anne (David) Power and Susan (Brian) Maynard; grandchildren Andrew (Nicole), Peter and Jane; special friend Elwood Pitcher; and his siblings Olga (Joe) Benson, Sylvia (Doug) Phelan and Roy (Betty) Benson; also a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. A special thank you to the staff of Agnes Pratt especially Stella Burry wing. Resting at Carnell's Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Monday March 21 and Tuesday March 22 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Service to be held at the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Wednesday March 23 at 2:00 p.m. with interment to follow at the Anglican Cemetery, Kenmount Road. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in Leslie's name may be made to Agnes Pratt or a charity of one's choice. To send a message of condolences or to sign the memorial guestbook, please visit www.carnells.com.