Leon Babineau Obituary, Leon Babineau Has Passed Away
Leon Babineau Obituary, Death -Mr. Leon Joseph Babineau, beloved husband of Margo (Porter) Babineau, died peacefully at his home on November 23, 2022, with his family by his side. On November 21, 1945, he was born in Newcastle, New Brunswick, to the late Luke and Margaret (Bourque) Babineau. His wife Margo of Pocologan survives, as do his sons Joseph of Pennfield and Tom (Darlene) Murphy of Blacks Harbour, NB, his daughter; Cathy Dugas (Billy) of Blacks Harbour, NB, his stepdaughter; Amanda Porter of Pennfield, NB, stepson; Nicky Porter (Cheryl Barker) of Bonny River, NB, granddaughter; Mandy (Joel) Hatt of Utopia, NB, great-granddaughter He was predeceased by his first wife Hilda, one brother Hilaire, and one sister Eileen Bradford, in addition to his parents.
Leon worked for Acadia Seaplants in Pennfield, New Brunswick, for 20 years before his health began to fail. Prior to that, he worked as a night watchman at various aquaculture sites for several years. Leon loved music and playing the guitar, and he frequently attended Stella Maris Hall’s Sunday jam sessions. He was a member of the New Brunswick Bluegrass Association and a fan of bluegrass music. He was also a member of the Valley Cruisers Car Club, and he and his classic black mustang pink ford Fairlane loved classic and vintage cars.
He was a gentle soul who enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. His family, friends, and everyone who knew him will miss him greatly. Rev. Reg Ward will officiate at the service, which will begin at 2 p.m. on Monday from the St. George Funeral Home & Crematorium.
In the spring, he was laid to rest in the Pennfield Rural Cemetery.
On Sunday, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., the funeral home will be open for visitors.
The family would appreciate donations in Leon’s memory to the Charlotte County Cancer Society or a charity of the donor’s choice.
St. George Funeral Home and Crematorium is in charge of the arrangements.
Leon Babineau Obituary, Death -Mr. Leon Joseph Babineau, beloved husband of Margo (Porter) Babineau, died peacefully at his home on November 23, 2022, with his family by his side. On November 21, 1945, he was born in Newcastle, New Brunswick, to the late Luke and Margaret (Bourque) Babineau. His wife Margo of Pocologan survives, as…