Leslie Stewart Byers
February 1, 2024
BYERS, Leslie Stewart – Surrounded by his family at home on Thursday, February 1, 2024 in his 88th year. Cherished husband of Virginia Byers for 61 years. Beloved father of Michelle (Marc) Klis, Mark (Joanne) Byers, and Krista (Rob) Quesnel. Adored Grandpa of Ashley (Brock), Dillon, Wesley, Justin (Becca), Kyle (Emma), and Tutianna (Nathan); and great-grandfather of Brooklynn, Lennox, and Evan. Predeceased by his grandchildren Brendan, Susie, and Meagan. Dear brother of Jean Watson and Joyce Keeling, and brother-in-law of Ron (Elizabeth) Stearne. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers- and sisters-in-law: Bill Watson, Murray Keeling, Jack (Joan) Stearne, and Shirley (Ron) Stephens. In addition to being a journeyman machinist, Les was a lifelong beekeeper. He resided in the Mount Forest area for over 50 years.
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Sunday from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Mount Forest United Church, 175 Queen Street East, Mount Forest, on Monday, February 5th at 11:00 a.m., with visitation at the church from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Les are asked to consider Cancer Patient Services, Arthritis Society Canada or Mount Forest United Church.
Funeral Service for Mr. Leslie Byers
Condolences
Dear Virginia and family,
My sincere condolences to you at this sad time. My thoughts are with you.
To the Byers family
Our condolences on the passing of your husband and father. Our prayers are with you at this difficult and heartbreaking time.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Virginia at this sad time.
— Patricia Wallis, February 2, 2024Virginia and families. Sorry to hear of Leslie’s passing.Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. We always enjoyed talking to you when we would meet.Please accept our deepest sympathy and cherish your many great memories.
— Sulta and Jerry Weppler, February 2, 2024My deepest condolences to the Byers family
— Wilson Schwindt, February 2, 2024Dear Virginia, Michelle, Mark and Krista
Our sincerest sympathy in the passing of Les, a devoted husband and a remarkable father. I was lucky enough to meet Les when I started to babysit for Virginia and him at the age of 12. I remember very vividly when Les would come home for a lunch break while I was babysitting and Virginia would be at work at the Louise Marshall Hospital or sleeping from working a night shift. Les would make a sandwich help feed Michelle and Mark and then he would go in the livingroom and get on his hands and knees to give both kids a horse ride. Less was a very soft spoken, kind and gentle man. He will definitely be missed. Keep those wonderful memories that you have made with him close to your heart.
Hugs and Prayers being sent your way………….Brian & Roseann Rawn
If there wasn’t so much love, it wouldn’t be this hard to say goodbye. Our thoughts are with you and the entire family
— Helen and Merv Ellis, February 2, 2024Dear Virginia and family,
Neil and I were very sad to learn Les recent passing. He was a good man; a family man. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Deepest condolences at this difficult time. Thinking of you all.
Laurie and Neil
Virginia and family
CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY, WITH THE PASSING OF LES. SOME GREAT MEMORIES AND TIMES AT CARSON'S CAMP.
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
DAVE WALSH, JENNIFER BORDER
OWEN SOUND
Dear Virginia and families,
I am sending my sincerest sympathy and condolences and prayers
Our families memorable times at Carson Camp Sauble Beach
Dear Virginia, Michelle, Mark , Krista and families,
We are sending our sincerest sympathy and condolences ,prayers and hugs to all of you. Keep your cherished memories close to your hearts. He will be sadly missed !
Sharon, Jordana and Chad
Dear Virginia .. my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear husband Les. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. My sympathy to your family and know he has left them with many memories that will bring smiles to replace tears.
— Gladys Stevenson, February 2, 2024Dear Virginia and family, Virginia, when we talked on Thursday, little did I think that by afternoon I would hear the sad news of Les’s passing. Thinking of you all with hugs.
— Dorothy Cook, February 2, 2024MY sympathy. To virginia and family with losing
Les the best honey.maker in our area.
Les was a.very kind man
He will be missed
Dear Virginia and family
Sending our sincere condolences. We have very fond memories of Les and his ever present easy going smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate this sad time. Patti-Jo & Jim and Mary McLellan.
Thinking of you all with deepest sympathy
— Linda Ross, February 2, 2024Virginia and family.
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Sue Lawson
Dear Virginia and family- our deepest sympathies for your loss. Cherish family and memories together! Harry and Jeannie Warmington
— Jeannie Warmington, February 2, 2024Virginia & family you have my sincere sympathy in the passing of your husband & father. Cherish the memories that no one can ever take away. Big hugs & to a life well lived.
— LINDA SINCLAIR, February 2, 2024Virginia and family. My most sincere sympathy of the loss of Les. My thoughts and prayers with you at this difficult time.
Sharon Wilson
Virginia and family. So very sorry to hear about Les. We are not home so unable to attend. Please accept our deepest condolences.
— Cheryll and John Vandepas, February 2, 2024
Our condolences to you and your family Virginia at this very sad and difficult time
Dear Virginia and Family,
Our hearts are with you at this very sad time. We will sure miss our backyard chats with Les. Sending our deepest condolences.
Les will be missed by many. We are thinking of you at this sad time and keeping you and all your family in our prayers.
Mary & Bob
I am deeply sorry to read of Les's passing. Our visits as children were not as regular as they might have been but I remember him fondly. I will think of him this weekend as you say farewell.
— Donald Hastie, February 2, 2024Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.:
Our condolences to our friend Virginia & Family. May Peace be with you all. Les will be missed by many including his special bees.
Larry & Jackie Holtom
Virginia and family
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family
With the passing of Les. MANY AN enjoyable
Night had by all at CARSON'S CAMP.
WILMA WALSH
My prayers and hugs to you Virginia and your loving family at this time. May God Bless you.
Love Brenda and Doug and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Virginia and family. We will always remember Les at the fires Jean and Dave hosted.
— Garth and Terri Polzin, February 2, 2024Virginia and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Hold on onto those precious memories and keepsakes.
Best wishes to you all. Garn and Barb
Dear Virginia and family,
We are very sorry to hear about Les' passing. He was a wonderful man who lived a long, productive life. He will be sadly missed by everyone who knew him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
Donna and Bob McFarlane
I am so very sorry to hear this. May you cherish your memories forever. Deepest condolences.
— Vikki Reavely (Rapp), February 2, 2024