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Leo Morin January 1, 1950 - September 14, 2022

Date of Funeral

September 19, 2022

Leo lost his courageous battle to cancer on September 14, 2022 with his family by his side at the Dryden Regional Health Center. 

Leo was born January 1, 1950 in Hearst Ontario to Lionel and Cecile Morin.  Leo met Shannon in June 1973 in The Pas Manitoba and were married March 2, 1974.  They had  two children together and ultimately moved to Dryden in 1985.  Where they purchased a business, Hide Away Motel, and the family poured their heart and soul into its success.

Leo wore many hats with many different positions but his ultimate favorite job was his last, driving with Wayne Peters trucking.  He didn’t need to work but loved to keep himself busy.

Leo is predeceased by his parents and Shannon’s parents.  Leo is survived by his two children, Michael Morin (Erica), Erin Huckell (Terry) and three granddaughters, Kaelyn, Anesa, and Kylee. Leo also had two sisters, Colette (Dan) Macdonald, Anita Morin (Gino) both who reside in Southern Ontario.

Leo spent his days enjoying the outdoors, fishing, puttering outside and Nascar.  His family knew Sunday afternoons were dedicated to his race, and if for some reason he was unable to watch he definitely made sure it was being recorded. 

A Memorial Service will take place on Monday, September 19, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the Dryden Community Funeral Home with Velma Henderson officiating.

Internment will take place at a later date.

Condolences(7)

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    Shannon and Steve says
    September 16, 2022 at 10:25 pm

    Sending our love to you Erin and family. Papa Leo was a true gem and will be missed. Xox

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    Anita says
    September 17, 2022 at 1:18 am

    Shannon – Words cannot express my feelings. My thoughts are with you and your family. I am certain the memories you made with Leo will guide you through this difficult time. He will be missed by many.

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    Lorraine Price says
    September 19, 2022 at 3:56 pm

    My prayers for your continued strength. Leo and I grew up across from each other and were in the same grade throughout school. He was such a sweetheart.
    Lorraine Rolick Price

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    Diane & Richard MacArthur says
    September 19, 2022 at 6:30 pm

    Shannon & family … our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We regret that we were not able to make it to Dryden for the funeral.

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    Sonya Denzler says
    October 11, 2022 at 4:46 pm

    Shannon, Erin , Mike and family.. we are so sorry to hear of Leo’s passing. We have many great memories during our Dufresne days , with many Christmas and summer parties. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time
    Sonya & Dave Denzler

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    Nicole Buteau says
    October 23, 2022 at 2:41 am

    Dear Shannon : I am sorry to hear about Leo’s illness and passing. My thoughts are with you and your children,, grand children and cousins Colette and Anita and family.

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    Michael Nickerson says
    June 18, 2024 at 5:45 am

    Dear Cousin Shannon

    I just noticed Leo’s obituary. Please accept my heart felt condolences with your family’s loss.

    It has been a very long time since I have seen you.

    Mike Nickerson Winnipeg

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