It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Leona Marie Haines on Thursday, August 29th 2024 in her 72nd year.
Leona was born in St. Theresa’s, Newfoundland to Rose and Leo Cormier (predeceased). She was born into a large and loving family. She loved her childhood and would often tell stories and reminisce of all her adventures with her brothers Francis (Lorraine), James (Annette), Leslie (Patricia), Augustus, Kevin (Irene) and Lee (predeceased) sisters Margie (late Jerry), Bernice (late Gordon), Marlene (Gary), Lillian (Pat), and Theresa (late Bud) and Dale Cormier who was like a sister to her.
Her memory remains cherished by her beloved husband George Haines, children Ronda (late Jeff), David (Grace), Rachel, and Charles (Allie), and stepchildren Wade (Carmie) and Brenda (Farron). She was an adoring grandmother to 16 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren whom she cherished every day, as well as many, many nieces and nephews. She was blessed to have one childhood friend in particular Lorraine Nash-Chalk which she thought of as a sister and was her best friend throughout her life, for whom she valued this friendship more than words could express here. Family was the most important thing in her life and she expressed her love and devotion everyday to all of us in all the little things and sacrifices she made for us. She enjoyed family dinners, shopping, gardening, travel, restaurants, birds, and life itself. She will be dearly missed by all.
A private viewing for family and friends will be held at Carson Funeral Home in Orillia.
Condolences
Eleanor Rostami
Sep 6, 2024My sincere condolences for your loss. This was a hard one. Rest in peace Leona. You will be missed I love you ❤️ George, Rhonda, David, Rachel & Charles n all the grand kids. Prayers n hugs to you all your mom was the best. I will cherish the memories we had together from working in factory's. Bicks pickles was hard work, bravel motors was too. But Laura second we ate so many chocolates. All the shopping n all the laughs we had. I remember she said to me a minute on the lips a lifetime on the hips. All the advice n the meals she cooked. Thank you for your love my second mom. My favorite Aunt & My second mom I wish we had more time but she will live forever in my heart. ❤️
Melvina and Cordel Anstey
Sep 5, 2024Rhonda, David, Rachel and Charles and to the whole FamilyI am so sorry to hear about aunt Leona‘s passing. She was such a beautiful lady. No you guys are in our thoughts and prayers again I am so sorry💕💕
Amy (Petten) and Eric Dodge
Sep 4, 2024George and family so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. God Bless. Amy & Eric.
Janice Haines
Sep 4, 2024George and family so sorry to hear of Leona’s passing. Sending my deepest condolences to you all at this sad time. Take Care. Janice.
Lori
Sep 3, 2024I am still in shock, I can't believe that you are gone. It seems so unreal, you were such a beautiful person inside and out.
Charlotte
Sep 3, 2024I'm so sorry Rhonda about your mom. My condolences and prayers are with your family
Amanda, Salina & Noah
Sep 3, 2024I am so sorry for the loss of Leona. She was the best Mother-In-Law to me and the best Nana to Salina and Noah. I will never forget all our chats from the past 20yrs. She will forever be in our hearts and will never be forgotten. Much love to you George. The memories will last forever xox