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Wood, Leslie
​It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Leslie Wood, who passed away June 3rd 2019 at the Langley Hospice. Born in Belleville Ontario in 1948 to parents Joanne and Stuart Wood, Leslie moved to BC in the 1970's where she found a fulfilling career as a biology lab technician at the University of the Fraser Valley. She was a caring mother, loving grandmother, dedicated community member, passionate gardener, and an avid traveler. She was also a founding member of the Windsong Cohousing community in Langley, where she lived for the past 22 years.
Leslie died peacefully after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma earlier in the spring. Right until the end of her life, she continued to make time for the things she enjoyed most - good meals, time with her family, board games, reading, sitting in her garden in the sun, and doting on her beloved dog Louis. She leaves behind her children Liz and Rob, along with two step daughters, a daughter and son in law, eight loving grandchildren and her five younger siblings. Leslie will be remembered for her independent spirit, irreverent sense of humour, and the way she lived her life entirely on her own terms. Reflecting back on her life's purpose, she said that it was to make the world more beautiful one garden at a time.
Leslie will be laid to rest with a private interment at Heritage Gardens Cemetery. Friends and family are invited to her celebration of life on June 16, 3pm at Windsong, 20543 96 Ave in Langley.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Campbell Valley Nature House, where Leslie volunteered for several years.
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/pacific-parklands-foundation/p2p/LeslieWoodMemorial/
Jane Cayley
Thinking of and remembering cousin Leslie. Such sad news for our extended clan.
Jane (Langdon) Cayley
Ginny and Graham Bennett
Liz, Rob and families,
We were so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was such a lovely lady and we will all miss her. You are in our thoughts and hearts at this time.
Uncle Graham, Auntie Ginny, Nikki, Leah and families
Warren MacLean
Condolences to Leslie's entire family. Having known Leslie for over 45 years I definitely agree she did things on her own terms and in her own unique way. So many good and funny memories. She will be missed.
Warren/Sharon/Fiona/Cole & Mom (Diane)
I will miss Leslie's smile! She was a wonderful, thoughtful and peaceful presence, a kind and generous neighbour and made all our lives at Windsong sunnier just by being there. Rest in Peace, Leslie!
Christina Bartha
I'm so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you during this difficult time. I hope your family feels surrounded by much love. Leslie was deeply loved and treasured and will be cherished in everyone's hearts.
Chris McDowell
NaDine, myself, and our boys are so sorry to learn of Leslie's passing.
She was a good mother and a strong woman. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family in particular our niece and nephew (her children) Lizzie and Rob.
Chris, NaDine, Aaron, and Kyle McDowell.
Gordon von Hollen
So sorry to hear of Leslie's passing.
My deepest condolences to all Leslie's family.
I remember the first day of work at Fraser Valley College December 1st, 1975. Leslie and started our long careers at FVC on the very same day some 44 years ago.
I shared and office with Leslie for many years!
How life goes so quickly by.
Take Care of each day.
Megan Wood
I will miss my phone calls and visits with Leslie. She was always the steady presence amongst us - her 5 siblings. She leaves a empty space that no one can fill - 'and then there was 5 ' ❤️
Andrea (Langdon) Seymour
Remembering cousin Leslie with love. Sending you sympathy and strength from the east coast members of the Langdon clan.
Carmen Herman
My sincere condolences; my heart goes to your family.
I will always remember Leslie as the wonderful colleague she was.
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