Leo Oliver LAMOTHE

LAMOTHE, Leo - Leo, Oliver Lamothe, passed away peacefully at North Bay General Hospital, surrounded by his family, on July 14th, 2008 in his 91st year. He was the beloved husband of the late Alice Lamothe (nee Simpson). Dearly loved father of Allan (Bette) and Linda Boyle (Mike), of North Bay. Loving grandfather of David, Michael, John, Allan Jr., Jeff Lamothe and Judy Boucher, and David, Mathew & Allyson Boyle. Leo was great-grandfather to 19, and great-great-grandfather to two. Brother of Aldege (Mary), and Lomer (Theresa, deceased) of North Bay. Predeceased by a son Larry, his parents Melina and William Lamothe and one brother Victor. Leo's professional career spanned some 47 years with American Optical, with 40 of those years as manager of the North Bay branch. In earlier years, Leo was a well know musician, performing with such groups as Nick Cangiano's Orchestra, Curly McFarlane and His North Range Coyboys, Vic Virgili and the Laurentian Valley Boys, the Northernaires, and the Alley Cats. He formed the Westernaires who were featured regularly on CFCH radio, hosted by John Size. The Westernaires also performed a weekly show on CKGN television, and played every Saturday night at McCoy's hotel. Leo was inducted to the Nipissing Country Music Association Wall of Honour, on Sept 27th 2003. Among his other passions were carpentry, animals, and gardening. His grandchildren always eagerly awaited the fresh carrots and berries he would pick. Family will be receiving friends at the McGUINTY FUNERAL HOME, today from 7 to 9 pm. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St Peter the Apostle Church, Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Internment at St Mary's Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Diabetes Society or the North Bay General Hospital Foundation would be gratefully appreciated by the family. 11166562