Passed away, peacefully at home on Saturday, October 21, 2023 in his 96th year. Beloved husband of Inez Seifried (née MacEachern) (2009). Loving father of Diane and husband Bill Dineen. Also survived by his grandchildren Grant, Clayton and Allison. Brother of Kay Forbes, Shirley (Garry) Baker, Betty Ann (Don) Riddell and brother-in-law of Rolinda Smith. Sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers Les Seifried and Laverne (Sandra) Seifried, Jim Smith, sister Marion (Don) Matthews and brother-in-law Vernon Forbes. Leonard was born in Minto Township and lived in his Egremont Street home for over 70 years. He owned and operated a plumbing and heating business for over 50 years. Leonard joined the Mount Forest Fire Department and later served as Deputy Fire Chief for 34 years. He was an active member of many organizations in our community. He was also an active gardener who loved his dahlias. Visitation was held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest on Wednesday, October 25th from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00pm. All are welcome to attend a graveside service on Thursday, October 26th at 1:00pm at Holy Cross Cemetery, 9375 Lover’s Lane, Mount Forest. A come-and-go celebration of Leonard’s life will follow at St. Mary of the Purification Roman Catholic Church Parish Hall, 310 Parkside Drive, Mount Forest from 2:00-4:00pm with words of remembrance at 2:30pm. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Leonard are asked to consider the Louise Marshall Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
