Leslie (Laszlo) Gustave Kesmarki

May 15, 1929 - November 27, 2018

On Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at the age of 89, passed away peacefully at St. Peter’s Hospital in Hamilton with daughter Irma by his side. He will be greatly missed by Irma (Peter) of Burlington, and Holly of Hamilton. Leslie will also be missed by Paulette (Peter) of Ottawa; Dianne (Bing) of Restoule; and Randy (Cheryl) of London. Predeceased by wife, Joyce Marie (née Staats) and her children, Andrew and Helen (Suzette). Known as “Papa K” to thirteen grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Leslie will sadly be missed by his brother Kalman, and family in Hungary. Leslie received recognition from The Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M. of Canada for 50 years of active participation at The Electric Lodge No 495. A special thank you to “Dr. Bev” and to the wonderful and caring Palliative Care staff at St. Peter’s Hospital, Hamilton. In accordance with Leslie’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Interment will be held in the spring with immediate family attending. In lieu of flowers, in Leslie’s name, donations to Palliative Care Unit at St. Peter’s Hospital. http://hamiltonhealth.ca/donate/