Sydney
On September 2, 2024, I was called home to join my love, David. I hadn’t planned on checking out so soon by, hey; when your called home you gotta go. No questions asked.
My downfall was the big C, yes, cancer. I fought hard but it was just too great for me to beat and eventually it won. It wasn’t as bad a I thought it would be, because I got to spend the last years of my life with the people I love most in this world; my son, Matthew and his wife, Brianna; my daughter, Natasha and her husband, Shawn; my son, Justin and his wife, Dale; and of course my three beautiful grandchildren, Toby, Chloe and Maverick – the total joys of my life. Oh and fur babies, Sophie and Bella; my best friend, Sheri Ford, who was there with me through thick and thin. I won’t be upset if you find another best friend (but you’ll never find another me, just saying).
Then, Evelyn Dunn, my mother-in-law, who gave me the love of my life; sisters-in-law, Corinnea (Jason) Wells, Lisa (Alan) Biron and brother-in-law, Jamie Dunn. All my nieces and nephews, take good care of each other. Oh and I can’t forget my long lost family – especially, Marnie Copping, whom I’ve gotten to know and love as a sister.
My family I reconnected with, Vanessa, Elaine, J.P., Russell and just too many to mention, but you know who you all are.
And of course, my mom and dad, who passed away many years ago. I’ll be seeing you soon.
And last but not least, the one true love of my life, David Gushue, who I lost on February 11, 2018. My soul mate and the person who I got to spend 31 years of my life with. I can’t wait to see you again. Be waiting with open arms and a big, dimpled smile, so I’ll know it’s you.
I’ve had a wonderful life and wouldn’t change anything. And I’m ready for my final journey. When you think of me smile and remember the good times and we can talk about it and reminisce when ya’ll are up here with me.
Oh and no flowers, please; you can make a donation to the cancer foundation or any charity of your choice.
There will be no visitation or service at this time for the late Cathy Leyman. A Celebration of Life will be held in the summer of 2025.
To my children: A mother’s love never fades; it just gets stronger with time. I love you, then, now and for eternity. You made my life joyful, exciting and worth living every second of it. Keep smiling those beautiful smiles and take care of each other. “From Mom with love.”
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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I love you and will forever miss you Cathy! You were and always will my moms bestest friend ever🩷🕊️
I’m not sure what to say, but I will miss you dearly, deeply and forever. I will never have a best friend like you.
I’m glad you are at peace and back with the love of your life.
My deepest condolences to your children.❤️🥲💔
So sorry for your loss Justin. God bless your family.
Oh Cathy. You were one of a kind. You were a kind soul with a great sense of humor. I will miss you. Enjoy your next journey with David. ♥️
Your tbear family will miss you and our deepest condolences to your family
You will be missed Cathy Ty for all the memories and keeping my wife occupied when she got on my nerves. Condolences to the family and the rest of your friends see you in the next life.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I hope you feel at ease that she will be back you again with her soul mate.
May she rest in peace,my condolences to the family.
I will miss you dearly my dear friend!! There will be a person that could tell stories like you!! Give David a big hug for me!! Love and miss you always 💔
Rest in peace Cathy,your pain and sorrow is over now.No more pain and worry.Give David a Big hug for me and see you when our paths cross again
Oh Cathie,you struggled so hard but you still had your sense of humor right up till the end.May you rest in peace now,give my brother a big hug for me.Till we meet again Love you
Dear Justin and Family, so sorry to here of your Mother’s passing. You are in our prayers.
Cathy… you left a legacy to be proud of, in your three beautiful children. Thank-you for “sharing” Matt… he has brought so much joy to our family. I admired you in too many ways to mention… your common sense, your fairness, your integrity, your humour… but mostly because you were a truly beautiful soul. Rest in peace, sweet lady. I know you are with David. And deep condolences to those who have to now move forward without you. 💔
Justin, Dale and family; I’m so terribly sorry for your loss. May God bless you and help you through this heartbreaking time. You have my condolences and prayers. 🙏 Karen MacQueen (Preston’s mom).
To all of Cathie’s family, please accept my belated condolences for your loss. I just learned of her passing, but, that seems to be the way she wanted it to be. she never complained about herself, only celebrated every event , especially her family’s. So sorry for your loss.. P.J.
(Paul MacLeod) her cousin.
My deepest condolences to Natasha , Justine, Matthew , all grandchildren.
To my sister , well we sure had a connection , and many many conversations.I love you Cathie , wish we had lived closer wish I had known you when we were younger, but I was given a rare opportunity to meet you and get to Know you. Thank you for registering to look for me. You will always be remembered Will always be my sister