It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Lea Coleta Tuepah on Saturday February 25th, 2023 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 76, with her family by her side.

Beloved wife of the late Francis Eugene "Gene" Tuepah.

Loving mother of Christine Pineau (Stephen) and Paul Tuepah (Rachelle).

Loving Nana of Jonathan and Sarah Pineau and Joshua Tuepah.

Cherished daughter of the late Camile and Elizabeth De Leenheer. Loved by nieces, nephews, cousins, and many adored friends. Lea loved to be with her family and enjoyed gardening, baking, cooking, sewing, traveling, and shopping.

Special thank you from the family to the Doctors and Nurses in the Critical Care Unit at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, especially Jenn, Scott, Sue, and Laura.

Visitation will be held at the OSHAWA FUNERAL HOME, 847 King Street West (905-721-1234) on Sunday March 5th from 3-8 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 91 Ribblesdale Drive, Whitby on Monday March 6th at 10:30 am.

In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Kidney Foundation, the Liver Foundation, or R S McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre would be appreciated.

Fond memories and expression of sympathy may be shared at oshawafuneralhome.com for the family.