Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Stratford General Hospital on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at the age of 77. Cherished husband of Eileen (Spears) for 54 years. Proud dad of Anthony “Tony” and Maureen Greidanus, Steven and Joanne Greidanus, and Krista and Jim Appleby. Adored grandpa of Duncan and Emily, Allysa, Holly, and Brayden and great-grandpa of Blake. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Don and Greta Greidanus, Joane and Jack Koetsier, Gary Haak, Ken and Vangie Spears, Ruth and Carmen Howatt, and Helen Spears and Bill Belrose. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his siblings and their spouses; John and Grace Greidanus, Jim and Teresa Greidanus, Janny and Albert Valkenburg, Corry Haak, Alice and Niel Bakelaar, Bert and Riek Greidanus, and Wilma and Tom Holland and sister-in-law and brother-in-law; Wilma and Claire Vincent.

Leo and his family immigrated to Canada on May 6, 1951, and he was always proud of both his roots in The Netherlands and in Canada. He played baseball, curled, and attended Northside United Church for many years. He most enjoyed watching his grandchildren sporting events and being together as a family, spending time with everyone.

Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street West, SEAFORTH on Thursday, July 25th from 6 – 8 PM.

Leo’s funeral service will be held at Northside United Church, 54 Goderich Street West, SEAFORTH on Friday, July 26th at 1 PM. Cremation to follow with a private family interment at the Clinton Cemetery at a later date.

Donations to the Stratford General Hospital Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.

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