It is with great sadness, the family of Leonard Edward Goodall announces his sudden passing on February 10, 2026, just short of his 79th birthday. He was a loving husband and dedicated father, survived by his devoted wife of forty-nine years, Mary “Pat”, his four children: Timothy, Scott, Kimberly and Mary-Beth (Josh), five grandchildren: Cara, Mystique (Skylar), Jacob, Emma, Jayden-Marie and great-grandson, Mason.

Leonard was born in Hamilton, Ontario in 1947, where he lived until joining the Royal Canadian Navy in 1965. He served his country for thirty years before retiring at rank of Petty Officer 1st Class Haul Technician (P1HT) in 1995.  His beloved mother was a war bride and through his travels overseas, he connected with his family in England. He cherished his relationship with his Aunt Louie, special cousins Jacqui and Beryl, Kerry (Simon), Emma (Rob) and Victoria (Craig).

Leonard had a love for sports, playing hockey and playing, coaching and umpiring baseball. He was an avid, lifelong fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs, Hamilton TiCats and Toronto Blue Jays. He was a member of the Annapolis Valley Bass Club and enjoyed many days fishing with his good friend Chris and brother-in-law Ron.

During his retirement, he volunteered at Graham Creighton Jr High and Auburn District High, helping countless students over many years. When he and his wife moved to Upper Whitehead, Nova Scotia in 2012, he continued his volunteer work serving as the Deputy Chief of Threetop Volunteer Fire Department for over 10 years, and as a local MFR alongside his dear friends, Tino and Jonathan. He was also an active member of the Canso United Baptist Church.

He was predeceased by his father Melvin, his mother Jean (Dennis); father-in-law Roderick; mother-in-law Eileen; brothers, Dennis, Patrick, Timothy, and Joe; brother-in-law Roy; sisters-in-law Anne, Sharon, Blanche; daughter-in-law Tracy and nephew Roddy.

He is also survived by his brother Terry (Sharon); sister-in-law Cathy (Dave); his nephew Sean (Jenna); his niece Cary (John), her children Sullivan and River; cousins Barb and Dennis (Maureen); brothers-in law: Alan, Frank (Debbie), Robert (Hubert) and Daniel (Heather); sisters-in-law: Linda (Ron), Caren (Bernie), Theresa (Watson) and Carol (Pierre) as well as his numerous nieces and nephews.

Loved Forever. Always Remembered. Rest peacefully in God’s arms until we meet again.

A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 1 P.M. at the Canso United Baptist Church, officiated by Rev. David Wheeler.  A reception to immediately follow at the Whitehead Community Center.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Vets Canada, Canso United Baptist Church, Eastern Memorial Hospital or St. Martha’s Regional Hospital, with special thanks to Richelle, Dr. Dobek and Dr. Milburn.

Arrangements under the care of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Canso. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com