Leo passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in Victoria, B.C. He was born on November 26, 1953, in Sao Miguel, Azores.
Predeceased by his wife Celeste in 2018 and his eldest son Mark in 1993. Leo is survived by his son David, fiancé Ana, his sisters Luisa and Connie, as well as his endless community of family and friends.
Leo was a true student of life, always learning new things. He loved to hear about other people’s life stories, while always offering help by sharing advice from his own life experience.
A Memorial Service will be held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC on Friday, May 8th, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the: BC Cancer Agency, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria, BC V8R 6V5 or BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, 938 West 28th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 4H4.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Lucie, Gary and Hayley Jackson
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Naomi Sending my deepest condolences on the passing of Leo
He was a true gentleman and he will be missed.
My heart is broken for the family he left behind ❤️❤️❤️
May he rest in peace. His pain is over
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Kristina & Ricardo de Melo Our heartfelt condolences to all who loved Leo. He was a true gentleman whose kindness and presence touched so many, and he will be deeply missed by the Portuguese community. Sending love, strength, and prayers to all during this difficult time.
Ricardo & Kristina de Melo and family
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Fernanda Ferreira My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. May God give Leo eternal rest and give all of you peace of mind, heart and soul. You are all in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. Love to all Fernanda and Eduino
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Clara Raposo my sympathies to his son and family r.i.p Leo you will be missed from your cousin Clara and family
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Fatima Alexandre my deepest condolences to the family
Leo rest in peace my dear friend
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Cathy Laycock My deepest sympathy to all the Raposo clan. Leo was a very nice gentleman. Soft spoken, always smiling.
My deepest sympathy on your loss of Leo. He was such a bright light when we got to know him in the group Folclore. May the Lord comfort you all through this difficult time.