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kim clark posted a condolence
Saturday, August 20, 2022
Sorry this is extremely late,was going down memory lane and came across this,
I remember Mr. Frank Leahy 50 years ago now, My father was a guitarist in Frank Leahys band and was very honored to be in his band. Frank was very forgiving to my father many many times and gave him lots of chances, I am hoping due to my fathers talent ,but addiction always won. Thank you for trying Mr. Leahy, I always remember that even though I was only 7 or 8 at the time he always gave him another chance
Thank you for trying
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Mabel Beggan posted a condolence
Sunday, December 6, 2015
my husband Pat & I met Frank & Julie at Harry & Mary Searson's in
Eganville many years ago. I think that Angus was 12 years old. There were several more siblings & we were very impressed with such a lovely family. We saw their show in Victoria, B.C. & got their disc & autographs. Now, our son Patrick is teaching at Bishop Smith's with two of the sons- law.
Please accept my sincere condolences at his passing but remember we have to die in order to get to Heaven, so be happy you now have a very potent advocate there.
Blessings on you all. Mabel
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Fr. Brian Christie posted a condolence
Friday, June 5, 2015
Dear Julie and all of Frank's children,
Be assured of our prayers that Frank will be brought quickly into the joy of seeing the Holy Trinity and our Lady face to face and that you will know the Lord's consolation in your sadness.
Thanking our Lord for Frank's life (though I did not have the honour of knowing him personally) and for the hope we have because of the loving passion, death and resurrection of Christ.
I will offer Mass for the repose of Frank's soul.
(After being away for a few weeks from my community of Madonna House I just heard the news of Frank's death, so I'm sorry I'm getting this to you late.)
in Our Lady of Combermere,
Fr. Brian Christie
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George MacArthur posted a condolence
Thursday, June 4, 2015
From George MacArthur and Nancy MacArthur
We were very sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Leahy. We send our condolences to all.
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Lucie Laplante & Grant Murray posted a condolence
Thursday, June 4, 2015
Dear Mrs Leahy and Family,
We just heard about the lost of your husband... we just wanted you to know that we were extremely sorry to hear about the news!
May we offer you our sincere condolences and be assured that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time!
Lucie, Grant, Dominique & Calen
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Mike and Julie Phillips posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Our sincere condolences to the Leahy family during this difficult time. Thinking of you all and may all the memories made help you all at this time.
Mike and Julie Phillips
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Wednesday, June 3, 2015
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Marjorie and Ellis McDonald posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Our sincere condolences to you all. We have many good Shelburne memories of your family. Our prayers are with you.
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theresa foley posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Dear Mrs. Leahy and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband and father. He built an incredible legacy before he moved on. He will be well received! Thinking of you all. Theresa Foley Peterborough
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Anna Dyer posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Frank will always live on in your music.
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Tuesday, June 2, 2015
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Bob Brook & Jeff White posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
We are both so sorry to hear this news. A great man, fell in love with a great woman, and a great family of which we are proud to call our friends is the legend. He is in each of you in many ways. That is his gift. Bless you all during this time and the days ahead.
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Ray La Marche posted a condolence
Monday, June 1, 2015
On behalf of the Carden Old Tyme Fiddle Contest committee we send our condolences to the entire Leahy family on the passing of "Frank". He was a giant in the fiddle world, a man of faith in God and a role model for all to aspire to. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
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Ellen MacIntyre posted a condolence
Monday, June 1, 2015
Dear Julie and Members of the Leahy Family:
I was so sorry to hear of Mr. Leahy's passing. I have heard about The Leahys since way back in the 70's when I was taking step dancing from Angus MacDonnell and Margaret Dunn. Angus introduced us to his sister Julie's musical family. He was so proud of you all. I watched you perform throughout the years at many concerts when my sister Garry and I would be step dancing. What a legacy he leaves behind!
I also wanted to mention that I have worked with Joanne MacLean for many years. She is a dear friend. May all the good memories help you get through this tough time. May God be good to him. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Sincerely,
Ellen MacPhersonMacIntyre
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Lloyd Embury and Wendy Barrie posted a condolence
Monday, June 1, 2015
Deepest condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your many wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. A truly beautiful person!
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Francois Boucher posted a condolence
Monday, June 1, 2015
Dear
Mrs. Leahy,
Erin
and siblings,
I am sadden for the lost of a husband and of your father - Mister Leahy. Remembering how well you spoke of him and on occasion have seen him in person, I know you will be missing him greatly...
Please receive my sincere condolences. I will be praying for your comforting and for closeness with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ during this time of mourning.
- All the best and with kind regards, FB
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the McCulloughs posted a condolence
Sunday, May 31, 2015
Dear Frank, Chanda and kids & the Leahy Clan,
Our deepest condolences to you all. Although we didn't have the pleasure of meeting Frank Sr., just reading all the messages posted, gave us a picture of a wonderful, faithful and amazing husband, father and grandfather!! What a wonderful tribute indeed and such a blessing to you all. At this difficult time, just remember Frank and there will always be a tune that you carry in your hearts.
All our love & prayers
Leonie, Steve, James and Sean
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Karen Reed posted a condolence
Sunday, May 31, 2015
To the whole Leahy family, I am so sorry for your loss!! Your dad was a great man who touched many lives. When someone in the 'fiddle family' is hurting, we all hurt. Many hearts are heavy for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Much love and hugs!! , Karen
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Charles Werger posted a condolence
Sunday, May 31, 2015
My condolences to the entire family. Although I did not know Frank well, from what I do know, he was a just, upright, and holy man. In this difficult time, I pray that in your sorrow you will also be able to rejoice and know the peace and love that Frank taught and lived.
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Judy & Greg Ball posted a condolence
Sunday, May 31, 2015
Our deepest condolences to all of the Leahy family. I always felt proud that they lived and continued to stay part of this community, even when their success plummeted, and they started to travel the world. They made the world know that Lakefield was still their home. My God, what a wonderful, loving, close, dedicated, caring, and religious family. With all their fame and success, they never changed, worked at the market all summer, always there with a smile, and time to talk, performed and gave so, so much back to their community, and always still identified Lakefield and area as their home. I don't t think I have ever met a family in my lifetime, that I can say I respect and love as much as the Leahy Family. Rest in peace Frank, and always know the love, ,,success and respect you left your family, which will carry on for many generations to come.
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Sunday, May 31, 2015
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Bill and Donna Flynn posted a condolence
Sunday, May 31, 2015
Siobhean and all of your family, Donna and I wish to offer you our sincerest condolences on the loss of your dad. May God Bless you and your entire family through this difficult time.
Bill and Donna Flynn
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Linda & George Ackerly posted a condolence
Sunday, May 31, 2015
Leahy Family,
Our sincere sympathy on Frank's passing. We will never forget Frank and all of you who were so welcoming to us when we were visiting our cousins, the Quigleys. Colum drove us down to your home (we don't even think he called ahead!) and your hospitality was unbelievable! Frank had whoever was there put on a show for us that we still talk about. Piano, fiddles, singing, step dancing - we were bowled over - so admiring of the fabulous talent you all have! Colum was so proud to call you friends and he was excited for us to experience your family. Many of our visits to Norwood included your beautiful family - Doreen's funeral, Colum's 80th b'day to name a few. Frank is up there now with Colum watching over all of you - and he is very proud! May he rest in peace!
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Maureen and Jeff Mellor lit a candle
Sunday, May 31, 2015
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Heaven will be hearing some toe tapping music today. Hugs to all.XO
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Vito Mezzapelli posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Thank you for fathering the legacy of the Leahy. Your music brought joy to the world.
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Catherine Baxter posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Dear Julie,
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the passing of Frank. We remember him fondly from when your family performed at the Port Perry fair many years ago. Also we regularly stopped at the vegetable stand in Lakefield on our trips back and forth to Toronto .The cars automatically would turn in there and we'd always have a nice chat when Frank would arrive with a wagon load of corn; still the best in the land. My dad and his neighbours called it " the dancing corn!" We will never forget when we attended the ceilidh at Broad Cove and heard you and your sister singing in Gaelic; what an amazing day! My mom Marjorie, who passed away just over a year ago,loved it. We remember Frank as such a gentleman, so friendly, so true to his farm roots, always with a joke, so kind .
Love and prayers,
Catherine, Joe and Rose Baxter
Combermere, ON
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Ginny Bugden posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
To the Leahy Family: So sad to hear of Frank's passing. I remember so well the night Colum and Sandra took me to your home and I met everyone---so many children, playing music and dancing and oh so happy to perform for a friend of the Quigley's from Nova Scotia. Your family was so very welcoming. Then when you came to perform in Truro NS in the early 80's, Ron and I met you after your concert and we still have photos of you all. Every time I would hear about the Leahy family performing---I would think of the evening I spent at the farm with you all. Frank was a wonderful man and I can't even begin to imagine what his loss will mean to each and every one of you. His tribute is so beautiful and resonates much about a man so well respected, admired and loved. My deepest sympathies to you all. Ginny
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Bob Feaver posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Sorry to hear of Frank's passing. He was the cornerstone of what has become an icon in Canadian musical history - Leahy!!
I am particularly fond of remembering my days soliciting the participation of the Leahy family in some form or other at our annual $1.98 Variety Show in support of the Canadian Cancer Society.
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Earl Bochert & Lianne Johnston posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Dear folks, so sorry to hear of this loss, this man has created such a talented family and was such an inspiration to all, that along with the loss and sadness you are feeling now, there must be quite a feeling of pride and admiration for him. Wish we could keep parents forever but that is not the way life is.
Our deepest sympathy to all.
Earl & Lianne
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Dave and Delores Lemkay posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your father. We only met once many years ago, I think with Colomb Quigely on one of their business tours to the Douglas area. He lives on in all your talented music and community spirit.
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Saturday, May 30, 2015
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Bernice(Mac Eachern) MacLellan posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
My sincere condolences to you Julie and your family. I was in complete shock when I heard about Frank's passing. I have very fond memories of Frank on our way to and from our cottage when we would stop at the farm to say"hello". He always had a smile and he made us feel so welcome. He was a fantastic man who enjoyed life and he was a prime example of an exemplary father and family man. May he rest in peace! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Carole & Ray McIntosh posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, have many good memories attending all the fiddle and stepdancing competitions. Our deepest sympathy, Carole and Ray McIntosh
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Fred Aitchison posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
to frank and Chanda
My most sincere Condolences to you and your family. Your dad sounds a lot like you, may God Bless and Comfort you as your celebrate the Life of your Dad.f
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Terry & Fred Christie posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Sorry to hear of the passing of Frank. Our condolence goes out to the Leahy family and friends
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Sandra Quigley purchased flowers
Saturday, May 30, 2015
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Brenda Holmes posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
To: The Leahy Family,
May I offer my deepest sympathy for the loss of Frank, who was a wonderful man, who helped his neighbour like me, who really needed assistance and he and your family was always there. His music and that of Julie's, really was special, and as a result of their songs, Frank and Julie;s children inherited a great part of their parents talents. Your home, was filled full of love, peace and down right fiddling, piano playing, singing and stepdancing. It was a wonderful place to visit, and I just loved entering its doors. Thank you for your friendship. Frank was a hard working farmer, who loved the land, and as I would drive by, you would see Frank out on the fields. He was a special man to me, and I will never forget him.. Thank you Frank, God Bless you, my prayers are with you and for your great family.
Sincerely, Brenda Holmes
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Margie, John MacIsaac posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Dear Julie and all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate the life and death of a fine man. Memories of Frank come flooding back with the joy of having met him and his family.
Margie and john MacIsaac, Deepdale, NS
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Linda May-Powers posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Frank. My sincere condolences to Julie and all the Leahy family. Please know that I will lift you up in prayer as you go through this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers in a very special way.
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Cathy MacDonald posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Dear Rory, Siobhean, and all of your family,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your dad.
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Saturday, May 30, 2015
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Julie, Donnell,Natalie, and family,and Leahy Family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of a wonderful husband, father ,and grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May your faith of family and friends and love of music guide your family in the days to come.
Frank was " The Touch of the Master's Hand"
" From the room, far back, a gray-haired man came forward and picked up the bow; then wiping the dust from the old violin, and tightening the loose strings, he played a melody pure and sweet as caroling angel sings."
( Myra "Brooks" Welch)
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Vickie van Dyke posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
I only met Frank once (at Julie's wedding) so I did not know him well. I do know that he was an instrumental and formidable force in the formation of the beautiful woman who has become my best friend. For that I am eternally grateful. Thank you Frank ... and may you truly rest in peace knowing that the fruits of your endeavours here on earth will continue to flourish.
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Sending love, prayers and deepest sympathy to Julie and all the kids and grandkids and great-grand - may loving and happy memories sustain you.
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Sylvia McFadden posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
We are sorry to hear of Franks passing.He was a very special person, with a very special talent! Our deepest sympathy to all of you !
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Lorraine oberg posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Donnell, Natalie, their children and the Leahy family. God keep you in the palm of his hands.
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Brad, Jayne, Kristen and Evelyn Walsh posted a condolence
Friday, May 29, 2015
Frank and Chanda, Doug and Jennifer and to the Leahy family
We heard so many wonderful stories about your Dad through Frank while the girls took stepdance lessons with Chanda. You are a wonderful family. I am sure he will continue to watch over and guide your families. I can imagine him smiling and keeping the beat as your music continues on.
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Pat abd Tricia McIntyre posted a condolence
Friday, May 29, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family and friends. May God Bless you all as you hold your fond memories close to your hearts.
Pat and Tricia McIntyre and family
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Lori Elmhurst posted a condolence
Friday, May 29, 2015
Julie and family
So very sorry to hear of the loss of Frank. He leaves behind a beautiful legacy.
Out thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lori Elmhurst and Family
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Jayne Brophy posted a condolence
Friday, May 29, 2015
Julie and family . . . I was saddened to learn of Frank's death . . but I know that you all have wonderful memories and your faith, which will comfort you in the days to come. Life Has Changed Not Ended . . with sympathy, prayers and understanding. JB
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Tom Althouse posted a condolence
Friday, May 29, 2015
Very sorry to hear this sad news. My sympathies to all.
I will forever remember beautiful fall days at the Norwood fair and the sound of his fiddle floating off the old stage.
Tom Althouse and family.
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Kevin and Angela Sullivan posted a condolence
Friday, May 29, 2015
Sincere condolences to the Leahy family at the loss of Frank. May the cherished memories of conversations, events and family celebrations over the years help ease your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Stan and Diane Hammond posted a condolence
Friday, May 29, 2015
Julie and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the joys of all the happy years bring you comfort now. Loved our little "chats" at the stand. Frank will be greatly missed. God Bless. The Hammond Family
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Kirk Collins posted a condolence
Friday, May 29, 2015
Dear "Mrs." and family. I was deeply saddened when I heard of Frank’s sudden passing, but, I feel extremely blessed to have known such a wonderful man. I will forever remember his infectious spirit and passion for his family, faith and music. May you find strength in the Love of Family and in the warm embrace of Friends. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, and if there is anything, anything we can do…please do not hesitate.
God Bless.
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Kirk, Kimberly, Jake & Zach Collins,
Woodville, ON
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