Leslie George David Seiler, born in Monkton, Ontario on June 10, 1933, passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House, Exeter on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.
Survived by his loving wife Sonja and his daughter Linda Seiler, her husband William Greenley, and step-children Terri Roberts (James) and Steven McLeish (the late Tracey), nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Doris Belland, Marion Cherny, Mary Gaffney, Jack Berg (Storme). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his son Robert, parents Emmanuel and Ethel (Davidson) Seiler, parents-in-law Harald and Lilian Berg, sisters, Georgina Thomson, Florella Smith, Audrey Whitehead, and Ruby Seiler, brothers-in-law Tommy Thomson, Cecil Smith, Robert Whitehead, John Belland, Al Cherny, Jack Gaffney, and Gary Freeman and sister-in-law Connie Freeman.
Les was a certified butter maker and successful businessman. He founded the Seaforth Creamery and patented Elm Grove dairy spread. He was also the owner/operator of numerous hotel and bar establishments, arcade businesses, and for many years, was involved in used car, travel trailer, renovated Class C motor home, and surplus sales. He and Sonja enjoyed travelling and boating, spending many winters in Florida. He was an avid Toronto Blue Jays fan and loved a good game of euchre with his friends and family.
In keeping with Les’ wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Thursday, August 31st from 5 – 8 PM.
Donations in Les’ memory may be made to Jessica’s House, or the Canadian Cancer Society.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Bryan and Marie Watson
Les you will be missed big time in many ways especially by Sonja. We had some great times here and welcoming us into your home in Florida and you would come down and visit us in Cape Coral. One night we had a few too many and poor Lester fell out of bed poor guy but we still had lots of fun Les you sure will be missed from the parties back at Leon’s bush parties will meet again one day in Heaven you can count on that my friend so sorry we didn’t get up to see you every summer I end up in the hospital for one thing or another May God be with you in your journey RIP Sir
Carolanne Doig
I remember Les as an important member of Seaforth’s business community. I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Jason & Jill Coolman and family
Sonja & family:
We’re so sorry to hear of Les’s passing. We had many wonderful memories with Les over the years and he’ll be greatly missed. Sending love and prayers to all who knew and loved him.
Deb Stewart
So sorry SONJA , for your loss , hugs
Peter &. Frances Kling
Dear Sonja and family.
Certainly sorry to hear the passing of Les.
The boys had some fun back in the day. Fond memories.
Our condolences to all your family.
Peter $ Frances Kling
Ronald Hildebrand (IKE)
sorry to hear the passing of Les, my condolences to family and Sonja, he will be missed
Greg & Kathy O’Reilly
Sincere sympathy Sonja & Linda & family on your loss of Les. Many good times remembered in Les’ company. A great guy who will be missed!
Greg & Kathy O’Reilly
KEITH M HURMAN
Condolences to Sonja and all family , Les will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Deb McLeod
My deepest sympathy to you Sonja and to the rest of the family. Keeping you in my thoughts.
Nelson and Jo Veno
Sending our condolences to Sonja and her family .Linda and her family and all of Les family . We have been friends for many years and spent lots of memorable times with Les and Sonja. We were so blessed to be in Ontario and was able to see Les before he passed. May you rest in peace Les .
Nelson and Jo Veno Prince Edward Island
Bill & Joanne Hodge
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you all.
Kathy Coolman
Sonja
Sincere sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.
Kathy Coolman
Gerry, Kathy and Derek Cooper
Dear Sonja
Many good times to remember over a lot of years – flying in a very small plane from Fort Lauderdale airport (never did that again) to a wonderful celebration when you and Les became engaged, we could go on and on! We just want you to know that we are thinking about you and Linda.
Sincerely, Gerry, Kathy and Derek
Kathie Glover
i am so sorry he is gone what a wonderful man , sonja and les were the best landlords and friends i could have ever asked for in my life they always treated me so good , hugs to all and again i am so sorry
Ron and Kim Watterworth
We were very saddened to hear of Les’s passing. I was lucky enough to have had many great times with this great man. Our deepest condolences to you and your family Sonya.
Ron and Kim Watterworth
Guido and Carol Coolman
Sonja and Family
Wishing you strength and peace during this difficult time
Leon Coolman
Our condolences to Sonja and all of the family. Our thoughts are with you all through this difficult time. Les lived a full life and knew so many people and had been so many places and filled his “bucket list” for sure. There wasn’t too many things that he did not accomplish and to live to be 90, wonderful….Hold on to your memories, we know there are lots of them, to get you all through this sad time in your lives. Leon and I have lots of memories and are looking forward to the Celebration of Life to share some of those memories with family and friends.
Jason and Jill Coolman
Sorry to hear about Les’s passing. He was a long time family friend and will be missed. Sending our condolences to Sonya and family.
Dave keys
Sonya and Family
So sorry to hear of Lesters passing I have a lot of fond memory’s of Les and a lot of good times at Lesters road house.
Rest In Peace Lester
Dave Keys
Mickie Laurin
My husband Yvon had great admiration for Les when he was working on his motorhome doing upholstery.
I am sincerely sorry for your loss. R.I. P. Les
Michael Veri
Dear Sonja and family. We were quite saddened to read about Lester’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies. We have many a great memory to hang on to being with yourself and Les. Thinking of you Mike and Lynn , Joel & Megan and Kyle and Boomer Veri
Bill & Darlene Hooper
Our sincere condolences to you Sonja & families. Thinking of you all. Les will be missed.
We will cherish all of our wonderful memories of great times spent with you both.
Bill & Darlene Hooper
Don and Edith Lewis
We are sorry Sonja to see that Les has passed.
Our condolence to you , He will be missed by many friends.
R.I.P. Les
Don and Edith Lewis
Lawrence Stevens
Many a great time was had in the company of Les and Sonya. My condolences to Sonya and family.
Lawrence Stevens
Merv & Evelyn Durnin
Our sincere sympathy to you Sonja and families. Merv & Evelyn Durnin.
Peggy and Ernie Hohner
So very sorry to hear…we will miss his smile .
Jim and Pat Scott
Our thoughts are with you Sonja at this difficult time. We have many fond memories of times spent
with Les and you.
Marion McCarter
Sonja and families:
Sorry to read of Les’ passing. May you find comfort in the memories he has left and that you will carry them in your hearts forever.
Rose and Keith Brittain
May he RIP our condolences to all the family
Janice Patriquin
Sorry to hear of Les’ passing
He will be missed by many.. hugs to the family
Mike &Janice Patriquin