Leo James Maloney

Passed peacefully away at his home in Seal Cove surrounded by his loving family on Friday April 23rd 2010. Age 63 years. Predeceased by his father, Leo James January 26th 2001 and his mother, Mary Harris April 6th 1990. Left with fond and loving memories his wife and best friend Gladys, step-daughter Roberta (Aubrey), poppy’s little angel Lillian, special friend Mary, brother Brian (Linda) nephews Chris and Mark, niece JoAnn Sooley (Rod) and their son Matthew. Leo will be fondly remembered by his colleagues and students of College of the North Atlantic at both the Burin and Seal Cove campuses. A retired instructor on the commercial cooking program, Leo was at the forefront of having his program at Seal Cove Campus among the earliest to receive full provincial accreditation. He was always proud and spoke often of the successes of his graduates, many of whom hold positions in the food service industry today. His warm and animated personality engendered an environment for learning and his sense of humor and enjoyment of life will be long remembered. Visitation at the James J. Hickey Memorial Funeral Home, Kelligrews, Saturday 2:00-4:00 pm and 7:00-9:00 pm. Cremation to follow. No flowers by request, donations in Leo’s memory can be made to a charity of ones choice. To sign a guest registry or leave a message of condolence please visit www.hickeysfuneralhome.ca.