Fish Farmer Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 (edited) I worked with Denny many years and also his son Bruce. Denny was a great asset to the community and the fishing industry. He will be sadly missed at club meetings and the people that new him. Till we meet again my friend. LEESON, Dennis LEESON, Dennis Passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home after a lengthy illness, surrounded by loved ones, on August 12, 2013, at the age of 84. Beloved husband to Molly of almost 62 years. Dear father to Brian, Bruce (Ester), and Donna. Loving grand-father to Stephanie, Michael, and Sarah and great-grandfather to Emmalia. Brother to Irene (predeceased) (Frank), Bob (predeceased) (Carolyn), and Richard (Marie). He will be missed by many relatives and friends. Dennis was involved in hockey early in his life having played at the semi-pro level and coached many years in the Hamilton minor hockey system. Also he was an avid angler competing in tournaments across Southern Ontario and the United States, as well as running Lakeland Charters. Dennis founded the Hamilton Fishing Pool Project for Individuals with Special Needs. Later in life he spent many years guiding at Kesagami Wilderness Lodge. Memorial Visitation at BAY GARDENS FUNERAL HOME - "William J. Markey Chapel", 947 Rymal Road East, HAMILTON (905-574-0405) on Friday, August 16, 2013 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. In keeping with Dennis' wishes, cremation has taken place. For those who wish, donations made to Community Living - Hamilton would be appreciated. Edited August 14, 2013 by Fish Farmer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Ironmaker Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 If you are from the Hamilton area and ever held a rod you would have heard of Denny, and his sons. He will missed by all that knew him.<br /><br />Condolences to the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 he was always one of the top 10 back when I did tourneys, he was a great fisherman and a great asset to the fishing community ...RIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musky or Specks Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 Denny use to help me with my pitching technique way back when I use to fish largemouth. Dude was a sharpshooter when it came to putting a bait were it needed to be. Always helpful and a really nice guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigdritchie Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 That truly is sad news. Denny was a class act in every sense ... wonderful guy who will be sorely missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 A legend around the Hamilton fishing scene. A true role model. He was one of the first who sat me down and explained the importance of reading the water, looking beyond what is directly in front of me, and seeing the "big picture". Sound fluffy...however, the advice likely helped me more than anything else I have learned to date. He was a top notch angler, as is his son Bruce. Sad news indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 I learned a lot of my fishing knowledge as a youngster from Denny. Condolences go to his wonderful family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 its amazing how many young anglers he has influenced in his day. a big loss to the fishing community. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garnet Posted August 14, 2013 Report Share Posted August 14, 2013 I fished against Denny and Bruce tough tough competitors and I still miss the newspaper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loonietoon Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Was at the Funeral home Friday and was not surprised by the amount of friends that came to pay there respects. The slide show that was put on by the family only showed you 1/2 of Denny they could not find all that they wanted to show but it was still a great reminder of what a great friend and mentor Denny Was.. He will be missed... Rest in Peace my Friend and Mentor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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