Obituary of Gerald Joseph Anthony Leahy

LEAHY: Gerald Joseph Anthony Passed away peacefully at the P.R.H.C. on Wednesday July 22, 2015. Gerald Leahy of Douro-Dummer in his 73rd year. Gerald was a Math & Chemistry teacher for over 33 years in Napanee. He will be remembered for his deep passion for teaching, farming and his love of the land and nature. Loved and missed by his brother Dr. Carl Leahy (Marthe) and his sisters Maureen Leahy, Marian Coughlin (Jim), Lenore Twomey (John) and Karen Johnston. Also missed by his nieces and nephews Marc Leahy (Christal), Dr. Patrick Leahy (Dawn), Dr. Martin Leahy (Reneé), Chris Grom, Phil Grom, Joelle Latchford (Steve), Jason Coughlin (Danielle), Jodi Coughlin, Tracey McConnery (Greg), Amy Twomey (Chris), Julie Doherty (Steve), Heather Crowley (Adam), Jen Massimo (Connor) and several great nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Ollan and Agnes. At Gerald’s request, cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, Douro on Monday July 27, 2015 at 11:00 AM. Interment St. Joseph’s R.C. Cemetery. A reception will follow at St. Joseph’s Parish Hall. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Hearing Society as expressions of sympathy. Friends may send condolences or make donations by contacting THE HENDREN FUNERAL HOMES, LAKEFIELD CHAPEL at www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-652-3355.