BOURNE, Leonard

BOURNE Leonard Rex Bourne passed away on February 1, 2025 at the age of 70 years after a 10 year battle with supranuclear palsy.
Leonard was born in Magrath on February 17, 1954 to Mahlon and Evelyn Bourne, the 13th of 14 children. He is survived by his siblings, Bessie, Monte, Clark, Connie, Neil and Don. He was predeceased by his parents, his brothers, Elige, Addie, John, Orene, Manley, Max and Ersel and his nephew Andrew.
Leonard spent the majority of his life in Magrath. After graduating from the University of Calgary, Leonard returned to Magrath, where he resided until his passing. He enjoyed taking his nieces and nephews up town to buy candy. Although Leonard never had any children of his own, he loved being around them. Leonard was a kind and compassionate soul and he didn’t like to see people have to go without. Leonard had a passion for race horses like his dad and his brother Elige. His favorite horses were Phil Power, Ryslo’s Echo and Checkered Cab. He loved being at the track. He had always wanted to spend his retirement years training horses at the track in Lethbridge., but that was not to be. Leonard never got to watch the last horse he owned run, but we are sure he will be looking down on him when he does. Although the disease took your body, it did not take your spirit.
May your horses always be winners.
A Private Graveside Service will be held on Monday, February 10 at 11 a.m. at the Magrath Cemetery.
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