William "Bill" Leslie's obituary , Passed away on August 15, 2025 in Barrie, Ontario

William "Bill" Leslie

May 26, 1946 - August 15, 2025 (79 years old)

Barrie, Ontario

William "Bill" Leslie's obituary , Passed away on August 15, 2025 in Barrie, Ontario
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William "Bill" Leslie

May 26, 1946 - August 15, 2025 (79 years old)

Barrie, Ontario

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William Leslie Obituary

The passing of William Leslie (Barrie, Ontario) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on August 15, 2025 at the age of 79. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Cathy Leslie; his siblings, Joan (Bruce Pope) and Bob; his children, Anne (Chris McNamara), Rob (Sheilagh Sanders) and Cate (Justin Dick); his grandchildren, Sarah, Henry McNamara, Annie Leslie, Charlie and Taylor Dick; his parents, Bryson Leslie and Ardith Leslie; and his siblings-in-law, Barbara Wade, Christie MacInnes (Tom Scheibelhut), Carol Leslie, Bill MacInnes and John David Wade. He was also cherished by many cousins, nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, and if desired, donations in memory of Bill can be made to the Hudson Regional (Simcoe Muskoka) Cancer Centre (https://www.rvh.on.ca) or a charity of your choice.



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August 24, 2025

Pamela Keating planted 10 trees

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August 21, 2025

Paul Daffern wrote a sympathy message

“Bill was a great lawyer and a fearless advocate. I had a few cases with Bill over the years. He was a scholar and a gentleman and he had a great sense of humour. I was greatly saddened when I read the news of Bill's passing today. To Bill's partners, colleagues and staff you have been very fortunate to have Bill in a leadership role and I sympathize with you for your loss. To Bill's wife and family you have my deepest sympathies for your loss. Paul J. Daffern”


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August 20, 2025

Joanne Colebourne wrote a sympathy message

“Kathy and family,Joan and Bob, We are so very surprised to hear of Bill’s sudden death. May the memories you hold within you surround your thoughts in the future and give you comfort and peace. You will miss him greatly. Joanne, Ted Colebourne and family (Carol’s sisters family)”


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Sep 19

Visitation

Collier Street United Church
112 Collier St, Barrie, ON L4M1H3

Fri

Sep 19

Funeral service

Collier Street United Church
112 Collier St, Barrie, ON L4M1H3

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