Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very sad time. Our girls remember Heather and Colleen from house league soccer here in town. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Ian, Joanne Anne, Katie and margaret Armstrong
Caledon East

So sad for you all. My heartfelt wishes and thoughts are with you all. All my love and from Wales, UK. Martyn Holmes xxx

Even though Heather was a part of our family for a short time she made an amazing impression on all of us. She was beautiful inside and out. It was an honor to be her “aunt and. Uncle”. Denise, John, Marg,Steve, Sarah, and Colleen we hold you in our prayers during this difficult time.

Sending Love and Prayers to the Leonardo family during this very difficult time. Heather is a beautifu soul and will live on in the memories of everyone who had the privilege to know and love her.
Rest In Paradise beautiful Love the Gervais family .

There are no words that will comfort you as you start this part of your journey with Heathers illness. But time will lessen the pain and bring to mind only the happy, sweet memories you had with her. Heather set a standard for strength, love and inspiration in her short life and during her journey with her disease that I have never seen before, this will be hard for you and your family to emulate or match as you go on without her.
Remember her bright, beautiful smile and quite strength. Remember her ability to face the pain and fears of what was happening to her, and still remain upbeat and happy. Remember the love and hope she inspired by sharing with all her journey, it was truly remarkable to witness. I believe everyone is put on earth with a purpose and a timeline to accomplish it, and I think Heather fulfilled her reason for existing and then some!! She showed all of us how to be strong even when you are very young and facing adversity. She showed us how to find charity and help others when she was suffering herself. She showed us that even when things are tough and frightening you can still find the energy to smile and have some fun. She showed us that no one is ever given more than they can handle, and handle it she did!! With more grace, strength, and insurmountable hope than anyone could expect. She showed us that it does not matter how long you live but how you live!! She touched so many with her bright, shining soul!! She Was and will always be a beautiful memory for me, and an inspiration to all who witnessed her journey and limitless hope in the face of adversity. Such a young lady to have touched so many and made such a mark on the world. She may be gone but she will shine and live on in all of us……
Love, peace and strength to you all.
Lynn, Hugh and Marc

So young and beautiful. Amazing sister, daughter and friend. My prayers are with all of you…….

Marg, John and Family,

Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to you,All, at such a Sad time. We have followed Heather’ struggle daily on facebook and felt like she was such a big part of our family. She is such an inspiration to all of us and will miss her dearly. Heather will remain in our hearts forever.

Sincerely,

Sharyn Bullock & Don Yates

I don’t personally know Heather or her family, but have been following her courageous fight on Facebook. It is an understatement to say how sad I feel today, even though I’m many kilometers from you.

Nothing left for me to say except my most sincere condolences and I truly pray she’s in a better place now and in peace. Her suffering on Earth is now done.

To those she has left behind, we are the ones left to grieve her loss. It’s something we must do, and in time, we have to be functional again and live our lives as it was intended. A difficult task to be sure. My prayers and thoughts go out to her family.

With Love
George

Heather, you are one tough cookie! Your fight was truly inspiring to many and it’s very upsetting you were taken from us, but you’re in a much better place now, watching over everyone! Heaven must be so honoured to have you and now you can finally be in peace <3 Much love to your family and to you as well, in my prayers, thoughts and most importantly my heart. Love you! xoxoxoxoxo

Bob and I extend our sincere condolences to you Denise and your family. The Leonardo family have their own very special angel watching over them. You were blessed to have had Heather, may the many wonderful times shared overshadow the past year’s challenges. Our prayers for strength to go forward hopefully will help in the days ahead. Sincerely Betty

To the Leonardo family,
After hearing about our beautiful Heather Leonardo passing, I wanted to personally write to your family. I was not a good friend of Heather, however I have been keeping track of the Facebook Group since it was first created. My prayers and positive vibes have been going out to Heather and your family. I met some of you at Boston Pizza Bolton, I saw how beautiful Heather looked and I was so excited to be your server. I told Heather that it was such a pleasure serving her and that I was so happy to see her. I am beyond hurt and upset about the circumstances. May it comfort you to know that Heather was and will always continue to be an inspiration to so many of us. I cannot imagine how you must be feeling, but you have the love and support of many people to pick you up from your sadness. From experience, it’s going to be hard to continue your life with a smile on your face, but think of Heather – she is watching you from Heaven smiling and being proud of all your accomplishments. She wants each and every one of her family members and friends to be happy and stay strong. She doesn’t want to see you sad. Remember her as the person she is and was. Remember and cherish every memory of her. If I can make myself useful to you in any way, please email me and let me know.
Always remember, Heather is not gone forever. She is still there in your hearts and all around you. She is the beautiful sun rays that will shine on you, she is the flowers blooming in the summer and spring time, she is the brightest star in the sky and she is there in your home, keeping you safe. All you need to do is to show her that you can continue living your life, as she would want you to. And to Colleen, she is your other half. She is living in your heart. Never forget that.
“What the caterpillar calls the end of the world, the master calls a butterfly”.

With love and sympathy,
Valeria Aguirre-Martin

I only met Heather a couple of times through Dylan, but I have been following her progress through this difficult time via Facebook. Heather made me feel welcome and in that sense she will be welcomed with open arms in Heavan! I really am sorry for your loss and I pass my deepest sympathies.

Dear John and the entire Leonardo family,
My sincere deepest sympathy to you all.
Heather was truly a fighter, may she rest in peace and be an inspiration to all those battling this nasty disease.
My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you all now as you grieve your loss.

There are no words that can adequately express our condolences to your family. Heather will be the angel on the shoulder of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her and journeying with her through her fight. An amazing young woman – taken too soon. We are so sorry for your loss.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. From Manuel, Fatima and Katherine Pavao.

To the Leonardo clan, I send much love and care. I know there aren’t any words that make things better or easier, but I am confident that all of you are surrounded by lots of love right now and I shall add mine into the mix. And I shall hold you in my heart.
Susan Gesner

what a beautiful girl. One of the most positive people I have ever met, she can always find a way to light up a room and make people always look at the positive aspects of life. She made people grateful for what they had and strive for what they wanted. She is an inspiration to many people and will always be known as “Country Strong”… or “Princess Warrior”
Rest in Paradise beautiful. You will never be forgotten. xoxoxo

Heather,You showed strength when most would have felt defeated, you showed hope when most would have felt lost, you showed bravery when most would have turned face and most of all, you were a beacon of light when there was nothing but darkness. You have touched my life beyond mere words. I know that you are resting now in heaven because angels have to return home. Though you were here on Earth only for a short while, you have left a lifetime of memories. Rest in Eternal Peace sweet angel. You are Country Strong

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your daughter.

My deepest sympathy to the Leonardo family. I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting Heather but was kept up-to-date on the courageous struggle by Heather against this nasty disease by my friend and neighbour, Dawn. My thoughts and prayers are with the Leonardo family at this very difficult time.

My heart is so heavy.
I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter, who has given all of us, the courage to fight well beyond our limits.
God bless you all, and my prayers are with you.
Love and friendship forever,
Nancy Christine and Caressa
Xo

Please accept our deepest condolences and sympathy, from your families in California.

Margie Avila and the family of Olegario Avil

Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You John and Margaret and all your family in this very sad time… Darryn, Angela & Danelle

Words cannot say how I am feeling for all of you right now knowing what a difficult time you are going through. I am so sorry. Heather was a beautiful, remarkable girl and was taken to soon from you and this world. Please take care.

Through the darkness there shines a light
A girl who was never afraid to fight
Who’s smile has lasted for so long
This girl is definitely country strong!

I wrote this poem for Heather…. A girl who inspires me everyday….XO
I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you always.

Our deepest condolences go out to the entire Leonardo family. Heather you are a beautiful and valiant young lady…Truly an Angel in every sense of the word. Heather, may you and your family find comfort under God’s Grace.
With Much Love,
Stuart and Nadira

John, Denise my deepest heart-felt condolonces go to you and your family.

Dear John,

God may bless you with patience. Please accept my condolences.

Sincerely,
Reza

We are so sorry for the incredible loss of a beautiful young life. This is a tragedy beyond words. Her memory will always be vibrant and loving, but she has been taken much too early. Our love and thoughts are with the family.

Denise, John……..My prayers are with both of you and your family.

Dave Mallen

My prayers are with you… may Heather rest in peace and her family draw comfort from that. MJ

To the Leonardo family, I am very sorry that this sad day as come to you. May you cherish the loving memories that you had with your daughter. God will pull you through, keep strong.

Reagrds,

Lisa

Denise and John. I am so very sorry. My family and I will say a prayer for Heather and you all.

I wish I had better words.

Richard

To a very special family..Heather vwill always be with you and she will never be forgotten. She is in heaven aqnd free from all her pain.She has her angel wings and she is watching over hrr family.RIP Heather.

John & Denise,
We can’t really imagine your sadness. Losing such of beautiful daughter must be so heartbreaking.
Please receive our deepest condolences.
Francine & Jean Lauzon

To the Leonardo family, my thoughts are with you, may you have peace and strength during this very difficult time. All my condolences.

Jennifer Storto

Denise, I am so sorry to hear about your daughter. Please accept my sincere condolences. Cherish your memories.

I did not know Heather personally, but here at Christ Church we have prayed for her for many weeks, and have been kept in touch through the Dranitsaris family. Our prayers continue through this sad and difficult time. May you be strengthened by your memories and by the thoughts and prayers of many caring people.

John and Denise,

My thoughts and prayers are with you both and your family at this time. I am so very sorry for your loss

Love

Judy Switzer

John and Denise: We are very distressed, that with the heartfelt
prayers of so many friends, that were really plugging for Heather,
there was no results that we wished for. Tina and I, at our place in
life, try pray for events to change for the happiness that is denied to
folks like you; and especially Heather and her siblings. We respect
“life”, as we know it, is definitely not fair! Nor can we understand it,
but to see the picture of Heather, shown on the computer screen, it
left us with that big “WHY”? The basic religious hopes, that we cling
to, tell us that there is much more to our existence, than what we see
here! With unconditional love, is all we can give: Tina and Rob

Dear John,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
No one knows why bad things happen to those so innocent and whose life has hardly begun. For now it will have to remain the painful mystery that it is. Losses like this can break someone’s life; however, this is precisely the time when our spirit needs to be its strongest.
We hope that you and your family will find the strength to get you through your grief and sadness.
In Sincere Friendship,
Andrei Kukushkin on behalf of Pittsburgh office of HNTB.

To Leonardo/Brewer Families

Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.

Words fall short of expressing our sorrow for your loss.
Family Krnjic-Cevriz

My deepest condolences during this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

Sincerely,
Ray

I remember Heather . She is a nice and simple lady with a ready smile for everyone. In behalf of my family, our heartfelt condolences to her loved ones.

So sorry to hear of Heather’s passing. She was a joy to everyone that met her. Her twinkling eyes and gentle giggle could light up a room. Heather will be missed by all who met her.

Words seem not enough to express the sadness we feel about Heathers passing. We are here to support you in your grieving process. With sincere sympathy Wade,Mary,Chelsea,Cassandra and Carla.

We are really sorry to hear of the passing away of your beloved daughter Heather, may the Lord rest her soul in peace with the Angles in his Kingdom

Donna & Ibby

Denise, please accept my sincere condolences. So sorry to hear of Heather’s passing. She passed on far too soon, God bless her soul. It is a tragedy for a family to go through this. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

May this beautiful Angel rest in peace and pain free. She was a very special person, and the world is a better place because of her.

Love you all
Kim

Denise/John and family

I am truly sorry for your loss. It is a very sad time when something happens to someone so nice.

Denise, John, Margaret,Steven, Sarah and Colleen,

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We wish we could be there in person to offer our support. Our heart breaks for you.
Rest in peace Heather!
Hugs and love,
Bill and Laurie

So sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. I can’t imagine what your family is going through.

Please accept our deepest sympathy on your loss of Heather. The loss of anyone close is terribly difficult, but the loss of a child leaves us with a very special emptiness in our heart. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with your family and all who knew and loved Heather.

Most sincerely…Peter and Elyse Cipolla

Sarah –
We know how much you love your sister and so at this time we share in your grief at her passing. We’re glad you returned home and were able to spend these last nine months with her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

We only knew of Heather through our friends in the band, Audio Taxi and were present at a gig that Heather attended at Oscar’s so met her and her family briefly. We were amazed at her strength throughout her illness and are deeply saddened that she did not win the fight. Rest in Peace Heather.

Dear Denise, John, Steven, Sarah and Colleen

We can’t think of any words to comfort for you at such a tragic time in your lives only that you should look to each other for consolation and that in time, we hope and pray that the grief and emptiness you feel now will ease up and be replaced with the knowledge that Heather was loved and cherished by all who knew her. We will keep you all in our prayers.

Russ and Susan

Our deepest condolences to your family for the great loss of Heather. We had the pleasure of meeting her at the ‘country strong’ baseball tournament and were so honored to take part in that community fundraiser for her. She was a very strong young lady and it is with great sadness that she has been taken from this earth. May God bless her and keep her in his wings and may God provide you and your family the strength to continue without her in your lives but may you always remember and cherish the love and memories shared with her – God Bless
The Greaves Family

From one cancer family to another, there are no words to explain the loss and grieving of such a beautiful and innocent child…we lost our beautiful Hero at the age of 20 after a very long 14 year battle with the beast…try and find comfort in the fact that she is finally pain free…
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to your family and everyone who loved her…R.I.P. beautiful Angel Heather…

John, Marg and Family…

Cory and I were very sad to hear about Heather. We are thinking of you all during this difficult time.Heather’s passing is such a tragedy and I know she will be missed.

John,

I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of your daughter Heather.

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill & Diana Dorris

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Thoughts and prayers.

Regards

John Clare

Anyone who knew Heather when she was growing up will no doubt agree that she was sweet, well-mannered, gentle and kind with a beauty that radiated in everything she did. From the far-too –recent moment that Heather’s battle with cancer began, a powerful resilience and a strength that remains indescribable personified the woman she was only beginning to grow into.

Heather’s passing is a devastating loss to those who loved her; moreover, the community has lost a jewel in its crown. She will be missed tremendously and thought of in countless ways forevermore.

Johnny
I am so sad to hear of the loss of your daughter. Many years have separated us but I wanted to express my sincere condolences to you and your family.

Rest in peace Heather! You will live forever in the hearts of those who loved you! Denise and John, my thoughts and prayers are with you…..may the passing of time heal your pain and may God keep you strong!

John, our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. We lost our eldest son when he was about Heather’s age so really know the pain and loss you are all going through. If I can help in any way please let me know.
Sincerely,
Jon Hulse

John & Family –

There are never any words that give you comfort at this time. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

As Dr. Seuss once said, “Don’t cry because it is over, smile because it happened”

To John and family,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Antony J. Di Rosa on behalf of Balfour Beatty Rail

My deepest sympathies and condolences to all the family and friends in this sad, sad time.

It’s strange sometimes how someone can touch you in ways you never expected. Heather did just that for me and my band brothers in Audio Taxi.
She showed us her courage, heart and determination even in the face of something so devastating. That changes the way you think. Seeing a young girl in that situation with such a heart-warmingly positive attitude makes you think twice about complaining the next time you simply get a headache or a cold. The contrast between such determined strength and courage mixed with the fragility and unpredictability of life gives you pause in the way you might normally look at things. It gives you hope.

I only met Heather a few times, but she touched me. She left her mark. I wished I’d gotten to know her more as a person. I’m sure she would have surprised me even more.

You will be missed, Heather. Rest in peace.
Your memory will live forever in our hearts.

We wish to extend our Deepest Sympathy, Denise and Family..
Our thoughts and prayers are with you..through these hardest of days.
Much love, God Bless
Jason (Jake) and Amanda Kennell
St Marys, ON

John Leonardo and Family:
Please except our deepest sympathy in the passing of your daughter Heather. Our prayers and heart felt thoughts are with you.

Les & Martine

Dear Denise, John and family:

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our heart breaks for you.

Rest in peace Heather!

Lo Ping & Maggie

I wish I knew what to say to ease your pain at this time. My deepest, heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
God bless,
The Basile Family

There’s nothing to say. She showed us courage and hope. I never met her, but in my heart she’s now part of me.

To the loving familly, I would just like to say how much I admire you guys. Those 19 years were short, but because of you, full of love. You are a great familly. She will be with you and be your angel forever.

Big John, my heart is with you.

To Heather’s Family & Friends,

Our son informed us of your terrible loss (he shares a mutual friend with Heather) . We would like to extend to you our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. When we saw Heather’ s picture she radiated beauty and in hearing her circumstances, she was an example of strength. We will continue to keep you in our prayers!

To the Leonardo family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept my deepest condolences. God bless you and help you get through this difficult time.

Dear John, Denise, and family,

I cannot imagine what you are feeling now at the loss of a cherished child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sorrowful moment. May she rest in peace, and the family be spared any further sorrow.

Your friend,

Luigi Sain and family

John and Family

Our sincere and deepest condolences on the loss of your daugher.
You and your family are in our thoughts .

The Valencik Family

Denise, John & Family,

You should be so proud that you raised such a beautiful strong shining spirit. Heather’s memory and spirit will never disappear as she has touched so many that have been following her courageous fight. Our thoughts are with the entire Leonardo family and friends.

Sincerely,

Dave, Karen, Nicole & Logan

John, Denise & family

Words can never be enough to express my sympathy for the loss of your beautiful Heather. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, please accept my deepest condolences.

I’m greatly shocked at the sad news. In your sorrow you have my deepest sympathy. May you have the strength to bear your great affliction.

Heather: Your tremendous strength and fortitude , your incredible grace , your beauty and your smile .
While your life was far to short , your memory and inspiration will live on forever . Words can not describe the sorrow we feel , those who knew you and those who never had the pleasure of meeting you !
To Denise and family my deepest sympathy on your lose my thoughts and prayers are with you through the grieving of your beloved princess . RIP Dear Princess heaven has one very special angel .

Denise, John,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. There’s nothing I can say that will ease your pain but I just wanted you to know I am thinking of you.
My deepest condolences,

Florin

Hello John

I can’t imagine the sadness and sorrow you as a parent must be experiencing in the loss of your beautiful daughter Heather. We will pray for Heather, your family and yourself during this sad time. Take strength in knowing all your many friends are always close by.

Terry and Maureen

John, Denise & Family,
My words are not adequate to express the sorrow I feel for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
With our deepest sympathy.

Wendy

To Steve and Family,
Our deepest condolences.
Leslie and David Offen-Grice

Our hearts ache for all of you! Heather was such an inspiration to everyone who watched/heard her trials. Hold each other close and know that there are so many people hugging you from afar. A special word for Colleen…it must be so hard for you. Hang in there…you (and the whole family) are made from some really tough stuff!

Sincerely,
The Hookers

Denise and John

Very sorry and shocked to hear of Heather’s passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our sincerest condolences.

Dave

Words cannot express our deepest sympathy on the loss of Heather, who was taken away from your family at such young age. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time of you sadness. I remember both the girls when they were in my sparks unit and Vitor remembers them from the lions club. I just want to share a poem with all of you.
God looked around his garden and found an empty space
He looked down on earth and saw her face
He put his arm around her and lifted her to rest
For his garden is special as he only takes the best
It breaks your heart to lose her, but she did not go alone
For a part of us all went with her when Jesus called her home
May peace be with you always

Vitor & Debbie, Tamra, & Eric Pais

John, Denise, Steve, Sarah, and Colleen,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Our deepest condolences for your loss of a beautiful girl full of life.
Our fondest memories of Heather would be when John coached her in soccer many years ago, how she would never give up always giving 100% in the sport.

We will all think of her from time to time especially when we see a soccer ball!
God Bless

Love John, Cynthia Stephanie & Aidan Brown

Dear Steve and Family:

Words cannot express our Heartfelt Sympathy for you and your family during this tremendously very difficult time.

Your Beautiful “Earth Angel” Sister, has been called HOME and is now one of God’s Finest “Heavenly Angels”, who will be lovingly watching over you all.

May God Bless You and Keep You Strong.

Mike & Marsha Giammattolo and Family (Rachael’s extended Family)

Dear Denise, John, Sarah, and family,

We are all so sad to hear of Heather’s passing. It is terrible to lose such a vibrant soul so young. It is clear that she was a loved and treasured daughter and sister, and that your love for her contributed to the graceful strength she exhibited throughout her life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Heather.

Sincerely,
Judy, Bob, Robyn and Ian Crump

You’re in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Love from the Kerrigans.

Dear John, Denise and Family

There are never any words that can give you comfort at this time.
But we remember Heather showed us her bright, beautiful smile, showed us courage and hope.
She may be gone but she will shine and live on all of us.
Our deepest condolences,
Susan and Joe

My prayers are with this family, I am so deeply upset and saddened by what has happened. Heather fought so hard and having mutual friends, it was a blessing to know her through them. There are literally no words to truly express how you all are feeling nor are there words to extend enough condolences but please know there are many people thinking of you, supporting your family and praying for you all. Colleen, stay strong.

Genele Rose

Dear Denise and John,
I am truly sorry to hear the sad news. Please accept my sincere condolenses. My memory of Heather was the day she and her sister came to Kids To Work Day! She was such a sweet young lady. Cherish the beautiful memories you have. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Clare

My sincerest condolences to the entirety of your family, friends and absolutely everyone who had the honor and privilege of having this extraordinary young lady in their life. I unfortunately never had the opportunity to meet Heather, although I am a friend of Steven’s and familiar with her truly incredible and compelling story. She was quite obviously a phenomenally courageous, strong and brave young girl who was faced with unfortunate challenges well beyond her years. She truly was a warrior and an inspiration to any individual enduring a comparable battle. This is extremely disheartening and tragic news. My whole heart goes out to everyone in her life, especially her family who fought relentlessly by her side. You will all be continually in the thoughts and prayers of my family and myself each and every day. Once again words cannot express how terribly sorry I am. Sending you all strength during this difficult time.

I am deeply saddened for your loss, my heart felt condolences to the whole family.

Ken

We are so sad for your family to hear of the passing of beautiful Heather. Though we did not know her, we all felt strongly about her fighting spirit when we met last summer. May God be with you all now and with Heather. Our mission will continue – to fight this terrible disease for Heather, your family and all those who are afflicted by it.

Team “doris”
Donna, Chris, Marcella, Pam, Kerry, Bev, Beth, Tracey & Dawn

John, My thoughts and prayers are with you and family during this difficult tragic loss. Condolences and my deepest sympathy to you and all.
Dave Carroll

Our deepest condolences to the Leonardo family. Our thoughts and prayers are with youduring this incredibly difficult time. May you always find joy and laughter in the memories of beautiful Heather who is soaring in the skies now.

our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
deepest condolences

Our thoughts are with you.

John:

Sorry to hear about your daughter. I can only offer my thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

Take care and God bless.

To the Leonardo Family. I didn’t know any of you personally, but have been reading on Heather Journey this past year. I send my deepest condolences to you all, and know that Heather is in my thoughts and prayers. May you all find strength in each other to help you get through this difficult time. God Bless you always.

Words cannot express the emotions brought on by Heather’s passing. Such a beautiful, courageous girl….
Cedar Highlands was all the better for your family’s involvement. We will always remember her in that happy environment.
Our hearts go out to you all.
With love,
Kristen, Don, Devon, Chelsea, Lauren and Lee Armstrong

To the Leonardo family.

I am so sorry for your loss. I do not even know what to write as words seem not enough.
My condolences to the family.

Mark Levert

Dear John and Family,

I am truly sorry to hear of Heather’s passing. Please accept my condolences, my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Grant

Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this very difficult & sad time. Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. May warm memories sustain you.

My deepest condolences to Denise, John, Colleen, Steven and Sarah at your very sad loss of your daughter and sister Heather.
She will be fondly remembered by all who shared her life.

John, please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family at your difficult time.

To the Leonardo Family,

Our sincerest condolences for the incredible loss of your beautiful, courageous Heather. There are no words to ease your pain and loss but I hope knowing you have the love, support and prayers of family and friends helps you through this difficult time.

Adam, Brad, Corey and Kelly McCaffrey

Denise, John and family
We are grateful to have memories of our families skiing together at Cedar Highlands. Our hearts go out to your family at this time with the loss of your beautiful Heather and we will continue to think about you all.
Tom, Annette, Allison,Jillian and Emily Newton

My deepest sympathies go to you in this time of sadness. I can only imagine how badly Heather will be missed by her family…. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time of loss…

Scott Lunau

Heartfelt condolence, dear Denise, Joan and family on the tragic loss of your beautiful Heather – our thoughts and prayers are flying across to you at this sad time from your relatives in Australia

Denise and family, our sincere condolences to you all. May your hearts find healing in cherished memories.
Lynne, Laura & Beverley Cobb

Although we never had the privledge to meet Heather from what we know she was a beauitful and courageous young lady. She has truely inspired many individuals with her story and words of encourage. she bought the town together by batteling the unimaginable. The Leonardo family should be so proud of the daughter you guys have raised. She put up a good fight and now is in a better place, free of pain.

My heart and thoughts go out to Rachael, Steve and the Leonardo family this morning/afternoon and always. May you always remember that you are surrounded by many that love you. May they comfort you during these difficult times.

Rest in peace Heather, you Angel.

We are very sorry to hear of Heather’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time of loss. Sincerely, Brian and Patti.

We were so saddened to learn of your loss; our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

To the Leonardo family,

My heart goes out to all of you during the tragic time. I am so sorry for your loss, it breaks my heart. I am sorry that we can’t be there today, but know that we are thinking of you.

Cherish the fun and loving memories that you have and know that you now have a beautiful angel watching over you all.

Love,
The Noris Family

I am sorry about the loss of your daughter. This must be a very difficult time for you. Please accept my deepest condolences and sympathies.

This is mainly to John, with whom I worked for much time, many years ago. My wife and I were once invited to their home but unforrtunately cannot recall meeting with Heather (more pity for us, it seems!).
However, we do regret hearing of the loss of such a young and beautiful child.
Please accept our sincere condolences

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Heather was loved and will be missed.

Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you Denise for the lose of your precious daughter Heather. Let these words add some comfort to you at this difficult time.

“When I was born and saw the light
I was no stranger in this world
Something inscrutable, shapeless, and without words
Appeared in the form of my mother

So when I die, the same unknown will appear again
As ever known to me,
And because I love this life,
I will also love death as well.”
Tagore

It will be the little things that you remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, and the laughter. Although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that will help push the pain away. May you find the strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Leonardo family.

My deepest condolences and sympathies to your family. Having lost my sister (of a similar age) to this terrible disease as well I am deeply saddened that you’ve gone through a similar event.

We were very sorry to hear about the loss of Heather after such a long and courageous battle. Please accept our deepest condolences and sympathies. Nicolaas & Hong

Love is existence.

It is infinite, it knows no space, no time. It is passing over the banks of the River.

Love,
Andrew

No words can express how sad we are for all of Heather’s family and friends, having only known Heather a very short time I can understand only a little what you are all going through. Please accept our deepest and heart felt sympathies. I pray that you will find peace in knowing that Heather is without pain and that one day you will all be reunited, we will continue to remember your family and friends in our prayers…

We were very sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter John,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Don & Janet

I didn’t know Heather all that well, but I went to school with her ever since I moved to Caledon. All through elementary school and highschool. I always knew who she was, and I have always thought her to be an extremely courageous and beautiful young woman. She seemed to be wise and compassionate beyond her years. I followed all the updates on her facebook page and was shocked to hear the news. My heart is heavy for your family. I know what it is like to lose a sibling. Please be strong, and God bless your family and Heather. Thank you for sharing her beautiful story. Although I didn’t really know her in this life, I will never forget her. Lots of love.

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I did not know the Heather but was saddened to hear of her passing. I know what it’s like to lose a twin. I know the sorrow and hurt when you lose a loved one. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Leonardo family. God bless.

To the whole Leonardo extended family and friends: An unfair shock to hear of this news which gives a sinking feeling as I write. Please know that you have the sincerest sympathies from me and my family, and I trust Heather’s spirit will live on in your lives for years to come. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Lord, whisper here
What you whispered there
Just as all this began
Whisper with power
Whisper as only You can

Here in our darkest hour
Just as we lose hope
And give up the fight
In this our longest night
Dispelling the fear
Lord, whisper here,
“Let there be light.”

Words can’t express how saddened we are for your loss. Our hearts are with you and the entire Leonardo family in this time of sorrow. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Your friends at Starlight Children’s Foundation

Dear John, Denise, Steven, Sarah, Colleen and Margaret,

It is with sad hearts we write at a time when words fall short to express our sympathy for your loss. Heather’s life was and will always be an inspiration. She was a very special person and influenced so many peoples lives in a positive way.

We send much love and blessings to your family at this difficult time and would like to support your family if there is anything we can do.

With heartfelt thoughts, love and blessings.

Lisa & Cole Tuningley
Vancouver, BC