In Celebration of

Joseph Leo Cahill

August 29, 1921 -  August 19, 2020


Sadly announcing the passing of Joseph Leo Cahill at home in Mississauga on August 19, 2020. Predeceased by his beloved wife Ruth (nee Moore) of 65 years, survived by seven children - Michael (Pauline); Paul (Lori); Peter; Sheilagh Seed (Greg); John (Wendy); Patrick (Cathy) and Kevin (Susan) and 13 grandchildren - Mark, David, Sean, Amy, Kimberly, Tracey, Stephen, Ryan, Hayley, Olivia, Benjamin, Zach and Jenna.

Leo was born and raised in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, the son of Hector and Agnes (Kane). He was the eldest of 4 children along with Mildred, Elwyn and Noreen. Leo enlisted in the military during WWII before attending St Michael’s College at the University of Toronto where he obtained his Master of Finance degree in March 1951.

He was a man of strong faith, his Roman Catholic devotion being an essential part of his life including serving as a deacon for many years at St Patrick’s Parish in Mississauga.

He will be missed. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Guestbook 

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Michelle Finucane (Kevin’s sister in law.. Susie ‘s sister)

Entered August 21, 2020 from Ancaster

Leo was An inspiration to many and lucky to have had a life with much love of family. I will remember the twinkle in his eyes.
May time bring peace to hearts grieving

Megan Moses (Family Member)

Entered August 21, 2020 from Chapleau

Leo was such an amazing gentelman, he was witty, quick on his feet and my god did he ever cherish his family.
Rest Easy Leo.
Until we meet again.
Xoxoxo

Nancy Cotter (Family...cousin)

Entered August 21, 2020 from Whitby

I’m so, so Sorry to hear of this loss. Such a pillar to the family gone but never forgotten and forever in our database of greatest memories ever.
Your family has been so blessed with almost a century of leadership ...thinking of you all with heart felt love and best wishes.
Nancy

John and Fatima McDonald (Friend of the family)

Entered August 21, 2020 from Mississauga

He was a good man, he, along with wonderful wide, Ruth, raised 7 great children which is the true testament to ones life.
Our prayers are with him and his family,
May he rest in peace

Jane Flaiani (Paxton) (Niece)

Entered August 21, 2020 from Hamilton

Sincere condolences to all the Cahill family from me, husband Rob and my children. I will always remember your dad as a gentle, loving, funny man. When visiting him since aunt Ruth died, it was obvious he missed her terribly. He’s definitely in a better place now. God bless all of you and may Leo Rest In Peace.

Life Stories 

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John Cahill (Son)

Entered August 21, 2020 from Hamilton, ON

Raised in Saskatoon, the Paris of the prairies. Here is a very young and lean Leo with his Father Hector and brother Elwyn

John Cahill (Son)

Entered August 21, 2020 from Hamilton, ON

Leo would love to talk about his time at Lake Louise. A summer job he was very fortunate to get. One of my favorite stories was of him selling beer from the hotel to guests or cowboys as he called them.

John Cahill (Son)

Entered August 21, 2020 from Hamilton, ON

Life as a bachelor for Leo changed with a chance encounter in 1951 when mutual friends arranged a ride from Chatham to Toronto resulted in Leo meeting and being captivated by Ruth Anne Moore. The encounter began an adventure that lasted for 3 years of courtship and almost 65 years of marriage.

John Cahill (Son)

Entered August 21, 2020 from Hamilton, ON

As cheesy as this looks, I recall it as a present from the kids to Leo and Ruth.

John Cahill (Son)

Entered August 21, 2020 from Hamilton, ON

Herding cats is a easier then getting the family into one picture. Here one with some missing.

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