Joseph Sylvio ARSENEAU

Mr. Joseph Sylvio Arseneau September 2, 1917 - August 30, 2008 - ARSENEAU, Joseph Sylvio "Leo" - Passed away peacefully in Northwood Manor on Saturday, August 30, 2008. Born in Bathurst, N.B., on September 2, 1917, the son of the late Leandie and Malvina (Vienneau) Arseneau. Leo graduated from Sacred Heart College in Bathurst and served in the Royal Canadian Airforce. He was a long-time employee of the civil service until his retirement. Leo dedicated several years serving the Catholic Church at Saint Lawrence Parish in Halifax. He is survived by his sister, Marie Mae (Jack) McKinney, Bathurst; sister-in-law, Doris (Lewis) MacKinnon, Halifax; granddaughters, Paula (Wrathall) Arseneau, Jo-Anna and Kathryn, all of Sackville. He was predeceased by his wife, Thelma (Lewis) (March 28, 2008); son, Gary A. Arseneau. At Leo's request, cremation has taken place. Mass to be celebrated by Father John WIlliams at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 4, in Saint Agnes Church, Halifax. Burial to take place in Oakridge Memory Gardens in Sackville following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com