Mary "Diana" Leslie

The passing of Mary "Diana" Leslie of Blacks Harbour NB, wife of the late Herbert W. Leslie, occurred unexpectedly at the Saint John Regional Hospital, Saint John NB on January 3, 2025. Born in Dalhousie NB on January 10, 1944, she was a daughter of the late Earl and Lydia (Lapoint) Larson. A loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Diana is survived by three daughters: Marilyn Leslie (Randy Weaver) of Blacks Harbour NB, Kimberly Cook of Back Bay NB and Carla (Marcel) Boudreau of Dauversière NB; grandchildren: Aime, Sheldon, Derek, Jill, Sherri, Cody, Nick and Katelyn; 16 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandsons; brothers: Charles Larson and Lloyd Larson both of Dalhousie NB and Vaughon Larson of Quebec; sisters: Marlene Larson and Darlene (Michael) Babin both of Dalhousie NB; her dearest friend whom she enjoyed spending time and living each day with, Charlie Snyder; her best friend: Kitty Martin; and countless nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her parents and husband, Diana was predeceased by her children: Mary Ann Leslie, Justin Leslie and Velda Leslie; and by her siblings: Thomas Larson and Marina Larson.

Prior to retirement, Diana worked primarily in the fishing industry with her late husband, Herbert. She had a passion for the outdoors and loved hunting, fishing, gardening and flowers. Diana was the true matriarch of her family. She was the lifeline and solid foundation that everyone would turn to for love, advice and support when needed. She never judged, always loved unconditionally and was the biggest cheerleader and Prayer Warrior for the family, all the way down to the 5^th generation. Diana was known as the "Queen of Christmas" in her family. She loved the season and looked forward to the family visits every year. Above all, Diana loved her Lord. She lived to serve the Lord and her faith gave her strength in all she did. Her love, devotion, kindness and compassion will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved her.  

Arrangements in the care of the St. George Funeral Home (506-755-3533) 26 Portage Street, St. George NB. Resting at the Funeral Home with visiting on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. The service will be held from the funeral home chapel on Saturday at 2:00 pm with Rev. Gordon Cooke officiating. The interment will be held in the St. George Rural Cemetery in the spring. In Diana’s memory, donations to Charlotte County Cancer would be appreciated by the family.