Sydney
January 4, 1963 – October 25, 2024
It is with saddened and heavy hearts that we, the family, announce the sudden passing of Leo Joseph Cormier, surrounded by loving family on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, Sydney.
Leo was born January 4, 1963, to the late Harold and Helen (Moss) Cormier, Sydney.
Leo was a devoted father, husband, brother, uncle and friend to all. He was a true family man and loved nothing more than family get togethers where he could be found enjoying great conversations, singing and playing guitar.
Leo had a long career with the Canadian Forces, serving his country for over 17 years. While at work, his love of country introduced him to the love of his life, Michelle.
For over 20 years, Leo was employed with Kent Building Supplies (formerly Central Building Supplies), helping customers both inside and outside the store, where he made many great and lasting friendships.
Left to mourn Leo with loving memories are his pride and joy, his daughters, Renee (Josh Wruck), Charlottetown, PE, and Danielle (TJ Hart); sister, Bernadette (Bill) Moss; brothers, Gordie (Helen) and Dennis (Natalie), all of Sydney; in-laws, Lou and Marjorie Fougere, Baddeck; brother-in-law, Rene, Moosenee, ON; sisters-in-law, Jenet Campbell, Halifax, and Janelle (Jeff) Osborne, Sydney; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Besides his parents, Leo was predeceased by the love of his life, Michelle (Fougere) Cormier. Comfort can be found in the knowledge that they are together again.
The family would like to thank EHS, as well as Dr. MacVicar and the nurses, doctors and staff of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Emergency Room who provided care and comfort during his last moments.
Visitation for the late Leo Cormier will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Monday, November 4, 2024, in Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier with Fr. Paul Murphy officiating. Interment will take place in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens, Sydney.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Leo’s memory to the Patient Care Fund at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.
“Dad,
With deepest love and pride, I carry on your legacy in service to Canada. Forever my hero, now and always in my heart.” Renee
“Dad,
Even though you are not here, the time we had was blessed. This isn’t goodbye because you’re still right here by my side. I’ll love you forever and a day.” Danielle
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
My condolences go out to Bernadette, Gordie and Dennis and family on Leo’s passing. He was always such a nice guy, I known him since 1968 starting primary at South Bar school. During our late teens and early 20s we had alot or fun in the basement at your mom’s house. RIP old friend. From: Marlene Miles
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Leo. I served with Leo at 35 Med Coy in Sydney for over ten years. Leo was a very dedicated soldier and a great cook for our Unit. When we were on Military exercises together I would often sent soldiers to work in the Kitchen if they were causing problems. This backfired on me because they loved to work for Leo. I consider myself lucky to have known Leo during our time together at 35 Med Coy.
From: Captain (Retired) Ron Rankin
I did not know Leo very well only from delivering to Kent every Wednesday for many years. He was always a pleasant person . Condolences to his family.Rest easy Leo. From:Peter Archibald
Renee and family, we are thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending all our love.
So very saddened to hear of my cousin Leo passing. Wonderful memories and always hearing how much he looked like my Dad , his uncle Gerard Cormier, may you RIP, heaven has gained another angel 😇
So sorry for your loss, Renee and family. Thinking of you in this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to all the family Leo was a great guy was loved and admired by all
My condolences to Leo’s family. He was a great guy and will be missed greatly by all that knew him.
My message is for the family from my family. The critch family. We have been intertwined for years on behalf of my family our deepest sympathy for the family. May you find strength within your family to help you make it through the days ahead blessing be on you
So very very sorry for your great loss
I am deeply sorry for your loss Renee and extend my sympathies to all. Losing your parents is very difficult; however, keeping their memories close to your heart is easy; may your know you have another Angel watching over you.
Sincere condolences to Bernadette and family. Such a difficult time.
My deepest condolences to Danielle and family. I know how much Leo meant to you all. All my love, Dani 🤍
So sorry to read about Leo’s passing. May his beautiful daughters find peace in the great memories I know you have of Leo. I enjoyed working with Leo for years. Rest in peace my friend.
Danielle, I am so deeply sorry for the loss of Leo. He was one amazing, bright light in everyone’s lives. Your two guardian angels will be watching over you. All my love.
Renee,
You’ll be in my thoughts on Monday as you honour and celebrate your Dad. And in the weeks to come I hope special memories find you when you need them the most.
So very sorry to hear of leo s passing My condolences to the
Cormier family and Renee and Danielle Hugs to all .
You have two angels watching over you
Condolences to all the families. So sorry to hear about Leo’s passing. He was like a bright light always smiling and will always be missed. To his two daughters, may your happy memories bring you comfort in the sad days ahead.
My husband and I spend some time in the reserves with Leo at 35 Med Co. A great cook, an even better storyteller, jokester and all around guy. Very sorry for your loss.
My sincere condolences to the entire family. Leo was a great guy and a super friend in my youth up there on the hill. We had some lively times. So sorry for your loss. Rest in Peace Leo.
See you on the other side.
Our deepest condolences to Renee, Danielle, to his sister Bernadette and brothers Gordie and Dennis and to the Moss and Fougere families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Please except my deepest heartfelt condolences to you all at this difficult time ,Leo was such a great guy ,hung around in junior high , had fun times in basement ..always had great conversations when w ran into each other…He will be missed.hugs to you all.
So sorry for your great loss Renee, Danielle and family. He is in your Mom’s arms forever now. ❤️
My condolences to the family. I knew Leo growing up in the pier he was always such a nice guy. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Judy MacLean-MacDonald
Renee & Danielle. Please know you have the best angels looking after you now. You both were raised by two remarkable parents who loved you with everything. Their legacy will forever live on with you. May Angels lead your dad in with open arms. Love you Both so much,
Xoxox Tulsa!
My deepest sympathies to the family. I worked with Leo for a couple of years and he was so very kind. He will be very missed.
So sorry for your loss…..Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time….R.I.P. Leo
So very sad to hear of Leo’s passing .
My deepest condolences to his children & to all who loved and cherished him.
I worked with Leo many years ago at Finishing Touch .
He was a lovely soft spoken man who would simply light up when he spoke of his family .
He was a very proud father & husband .
May God Bless & give you the strength to move forward , as you navigate this time of profound loss .
Connie MacGibbon
So very sorry for your loss Renee, Danielle, Gordie, Bernadette, Dennis and families. May you find comfort in wonderful memories made.
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathies
So sorry to hear of Leo’s passing. I enjoyed working with Leo over the years, he was a very nice person. May your memories bring you comfort at this very difficult time.
Bernadette,Gordie and families. So sorry to hear of Leo’s passing. We had alot of great times in cadets back in the day. Sending our condolences and love to each and everyone of you. He was a great guy and will be dearly missed.
Jackie (Cormier), Bruce Matthews.
Thinking of my family during this difficult time. Uncle Leo was always smiling and having a good time. He’s now reunited with Aunt Michelle. Renee and Danielle, I’m sorry I can’t be there today, but know I am thinking of you during this time. xxoo.
To Leo’s family, l send my heartfelt condolences. I was shocked when l came across his passing. Heaven definitely received an amazing angel. I worked with him for years and you couldn’t find a better coworker or friend. Leo, you will be reunited with Michelle and together watch over your girls. RIP my friend.
Sorry to learn of Leo’s passing. He was a loyal and dedicated member of 35 Medical Company and was well-liked by all.
I am so sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you guys. Hugs
So sorry for your loss. Always a pleasure to see him at the base in Sydney.
Sorry for your family’s loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP Leo.
My deepest sympathies to Bernadette, Gordie,Dennis,Rene,Danielle,and all of the family Leo was a true angel and he had a heart of gold I’ve known Leo since I was in 587 Whitney Pier Air Cadets he was my flight sergeant he always had a smile that could light up a room he is all of your guardian angel and he will be watching over all of you. May he Rest in Eternal Peace fly high my friend.
Sincerely yours
Diana Brewster nee Alleyne)🕊️
You will be missed big time until we meet again cousin lots of fond memories
Will miss u Leo. It won’t be the same without you. Forever in mine and Elyses heart.
Dear Renee, Danelle, Bernadette, Gordie and Dennis
So sorry to hear of Leo passing and to say shocking. Leo was an amazing person. Knowing he is with your mom, I know that both will be watching over you two.
Leo was an all around amazing coworker and friend. Always willing to help and always a smile and a kind word. I only had 3 years at Kent to get to know Leo but he always brought a smile to my day. My life is better because Leo was a part of it. Rest Easy Leo. We will take it from here Buddy ♥️
I was Leo’s woodworking teacher at NSCC, and we have been friends since. A good and decent man, he wil be missed. Condolences to the family. I will be away during the visitation, but Leo will be in my thoughts.
So Very Sorry fo your Loss Rena and Danial 💔💔❌⭕️❌⭕️ and to all the Family the deepest Condolences Leo was a Great Guy ‼️‼️👍💔💔💔💔🙏🙏🙏🙏‼️
My deepest condolences to the entire Cormier Family. Leo was such a loving and wonderful man to all who knew him.
He was a family man through and through.
I treasure the memories at the Cormier house, playing board games, laughing, watching movies, and growing up.
I am so very sorry Danielle and Renee. Your dad and mom are now reunited. Cherish the many happy and special memories close to your hearts.! Love and prayers to you both 🙏❤️
Captain (Retired) Ron Rankin
My condolences to the Cormier family.
I was sorry to hear about Leo’s passing. I knew Leo for about ten years when we both served with 35 Med Coy in Sydney. Leo was a very dedicated soldier and a great cook. On Military exercises I would often send a younger soldier to work in the Kitchen if they were causing problems. That backfired on me because they enjoyed working with Leo and wanted to stay.
My deepest condolences to Leo’s family. He was such a nice man always with a smile on his face. I met him and Michele many years ago while we all served in the military. Brings me solace knowing they are together again. God bless his family.
My condolences to the Cormier family especially to his daughters Renee and Danielle. I served with Leo and have many fond memories of him. Your loss is being felt by all who knew him and my heart goes out to you. Wishing his family peace and strength during this difficult time and may you find solace in the love of those around you.
Condolences to all the family. So sorry to hear about Leo’s passing. You will be truly missed my friend, gone too soon.
May you Rest In Peace Leo
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