VERES, Leslie
Posted: July 16th, 2024
LESLIE VERES 1941 – 2024 Mr. Leslie John Veres of Lethbridge passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 11, 2024, at the age of 82 years.
Leslie was a dedicated social studies teacher at Catholic Central High School in Lethbridge until his retirement in 1997. He was a pilot and flying instructor at the Lethbridge Flying Club in his youth. In his later years, he enjoyed the radio control flying club. He was a loving uncle and an animal lover. Les enjoyed tinkering and putting his special touches on objects with tools.
Leslie is survived by 2 sisters Madeline Neumann of Surrey, B.C and Mary Elizabeth Veres of Taber, AB; 1 brother Joe (Mary) Veres of Taber; nieces and nephews Brian Veres, Kathy Sassa (Frank Szing), Donna (Sho) Takagi, Bill Neumann, David (Heather) Neumann and their families.
At Leslie’s request, he will be remembered privately by his family and friends. As a family we were blessed to have him in our lives.
Cremation has been entrusted to Martin Brothers Riverview Chapel.
Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.
By far, one of my favourite teachers. He made class interesting and enjoyable. I’m saddened to hear of his passing. Always happy…always content.