
In loving memory of Léo Jules Dupont who passed away on December 6th, 2020, at the Élisabeth Bruyère Hospital in Ottawa. Born on October 6th, 1948, in Kirkland Lake to his late parents; Paul E. Dupont and Marie R. Bélanger. Leo is predeceased by his brother, Donald Dupont (2018). He is survived by his sisters; Louise Pecoski-Labonté (Joe) and Estelle Dupont. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews; Chrstine (Richie) Griffith, Joanne Morneault, Carole (Steven) O’Neil, Michelle (Tracy) Fillion and Yves (Shylo) Dupont.
After obtaining his Masters in Education at the University of Ottawa, Léo worked for more than 20 years as a special needs advisor at Collège La Cité (formerly la Cité collégiale) in Ottawa. His expertise and dedication have always made him highly appreciated and very popular with students. With his colleagues, it was his professionalism, generosity and teamwork that set him apart. He will be missed by all who have had the pleasure of working with him for many years.
In keeping with Léo’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A spring burial will be held.
Donations in memory of Léo to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated.
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À la douce mémoire de Léo Jules Dupont, décédé le 6 décembre 2020 à l’hôpital Élisabeth Bruyère d’Ottawa. Né le 6 octobre 1948 à Kirkland Lake, Léo était le fils du feu Paul E. Dupont et la feue Marie R. Bélanger. Léo est prédécédé par son frère Donald Dupont (2018). Il est survécu par ses soeurs; Louise Pecoski-Labonté (Joe) et Estelle Dupont. Il est aussi survécu par ses nièces et neveux; Christine (Richie) Griffith, Joanne Morneault, Carole (Steven) O’Neil, Michelle (Tracy) Fillion et Yves (Shylo) Dupont.
Après avoir obtenu sa Maîtrise en Éducation à l’Université d’Ottawa, Léo a travaillé pendant plus de 20 ans comme conseiller en besoins spéciaux au Collège La Cité (anciennement la Cité collégiale) à Ottawa. Son expertise et son dévouement l’ont toujours rendu très apprécié et très populaire auprès les étudiants. Auprès de ses collègues c’est son professionnalisme, sa générosité et son travail d’équipe qui lui distinguaient. Il va manquer à tous ceux et celles qui ont eu le plaisir de travailler avec lui pendant de nombreuses années
En respectant ses derniers voeux, la crémation a eu lieu. Un enterrement printanière sera complété.
Des dons en mémoire de Léo à la Société canadienne du cancer seront grandement appréciés.
Linda Salisbury
Dear Louise & Estelle
Please accept my sincere condolences in Leo’s passing . . The last I heard he had completed his chemotherapy in late July . .and he seemed happy . .
I did not realize he had passed away . . I had just messaged him my Christmas wishes . . when he did not reply, I feared the worst . .
I have known Leo for many years . . he has shared so many happy stories about you, his family . . and I know he loved you all very much . .
Although I knew he was very ill . . he was so positive . . it seemed he would live forever . .
He always showed a strength in his Catholic religion . . we used to debate the pros and cons . . – we often discussed, in length, his French background . . . and my Irish background . .
Leo was a thoughtful, caring and giving person . . who will be sorely missed . .
– an inspiration to all . . May he rest in peace . . .
Gisèle Desjardins
Mes sincères condoléances Estelle à toi et à ta famille.
Monic .
Mes plus Sinceres Sympathies Estelle..and famille
Hélène ( Harvey) Studholme
Sincères condoléances Estelle, Louise, Joanne et toute la famille Dupont.
Hélène
Armand Charron
Mes sympathies les plus sincères a toute famille Dupont.
Kim Anne DeChamplain
J’ai fait la connaissance de Léo au cours des dernières années. Il assistait aux rencontres du groupe de support de Colorectal Cancer Canada. Homme éloquent et toujours positif. Il avait des préoccupations légitimes et ne plaignait pas inutilement.
Au nom des membres du groupe de support, je souhaite à sa famille toutes mes sympathies.
Carole Cloutier
Mes sincères sympathies à la famille.
Huguette
Dear Louise and Estelle
So sorry for the loss of your precious brother Leo
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Huguette
Jocelyne (Harvey) Théroux
Sincères condoléances à vous deux, Estelle et Louise, ainsi qu’à toute la famille.
Hélène Miller
Estelle, Louise et familles, mes sincères condoléances
Adrien & Stella
Extending our deepest sympathy to you Estelle and to your family for your loss.
May your beloved brother Rest In Peace🙏
Claudette Desjardins Guilbeault
Estelle et Louise et vos familles, mes sincères condoléances.
Yvette (Bernatchez) Schaffner
Estelle et Louise et vos familles, mes sincères condoléances.
Andre Dupont
Mes condoleances Louise, Estelle et familles. Repose en paix Leo.
Mary-Ann Dumas , Al
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to Estelle, Louise and families.
May Leo Rest In Peace.
Albert& Diane Charbonneau
With sincere sympathies!
Linda Levola Belanger
So sorry for your loss – May He rest in Peace
Linda and Marcel Belanger
Bonnie Borden
I’m so sorry for your loss Estelle and Louise. I only met Leo once but I was impressed with his kindness and thoughtfulness. I know what a loss his passing means to the two of you and his many nieces and nephews.
Bonnie Borden
Claudette Mason and family
Sorry for the loss of a Cousin. I always remember the crazy things he made Louise and Estelle
do…. he will not be forgotten
all our Love, Claudette, Stan and family.
GHISLAINE ROY
Mes sympathies a Donald Louise et Estelle ainsi les conjoints et conjointes et la famille on est avec vous de tout coeur. Meme si je suis loin je pense a vous souvent. Bon courage c est dur de perdre un etre cher.Je vous aimes fort. xxx
Jean-Marie Messier
Mes sincères condoléances. Que les mémoires que nous avons de lui nous réchauffent le coeurs.
Lucille Dinel
Louise, Estelle and family. So sorry for your loss.
Laurie Bassett
Dear Estelle, Louise, and Michelle. Richard and I send sincere condolences. I have many fond memories of being in your parents’ home during past holidays singing while Léo played the piano. Those are my memories. May all.of your families find comfort in theirs. Rest In Peace Léo. You are with those you love.
Barb Dickinson
So sorry to hear this Estelle.
Condolences to family
Tina Rozich
Estelle, Louise and families, please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your brother💕
Jeannine
Sincères condoléances Louise et famille ainsi qu’à toi Est-elle. Repose en paix Léo.
Brenda Todd
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to Louise, Estelle, Joanne and families.
Darren Phillips
Sorry for your loss. My condolences.
Diane Roy
Nos sincères sympathies, Estelle et Louise,ainsi qu’à vos familles. Je garde de beaux souvenirs de Léo.
Diane et Daniel Roy
Michelle Braithwaite
RIP Leo
Sorry for your loss Louise and Estelle and family!
Aline Pittui
Sincères Condoléances à vous Estelle et Joanne
ainsi qu’aux membres de vos familles.
Qu’il repose en PAIX !
Aline pittui
Louise et Christine , à vous et les membres
de vos familles,
Sincères Sympathies!
🙏