FREDRICK “FRED” ADAM LESLIE, beloved husband of Mona Leslie, passed away after a lengthy illness at Chinook Regional Hospital on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at the age of 84 years.

He is survived by his wife Mona; daughters Michele (Aaron), Renee (Bob), Lisa (Rod), and Robin (Steve deceased); grandchildren (whom he bragged about when given the opportunity) Christopher (Melissa), Nathan (Rachelle), Katie, Alexander, Kelsey, and Adam, as well as his great-grandson Freddy.

Born at the Galt Hospital on October 12, 1941, to Roy and Jessie (Holmes) Leslie, he was a proud “Northside Kid” who hiked the coulees and river bottom with friends whose friendships have continued throughout his life. As a young man he enjoyed fishing and pheasant hunting.

Fred and Mona were married in 1963 and raised 4 daughters. Employed by the city of Lethbridge for nearly 35 years, he enjoyed the comradery of co-workers and especially the annual Christmas party.

As a family, there were camping trips nearly every weekend throughout the summer with BBQ’s and hot tubbing during the time at home. Fred was an accomplished woodworker and he and Mona, along with a couple of daughters, had a home-based craft company for about 25 years.

With the girls in their teens, Fred purchased a Honda Goldwing motorcycle and, with Mona, traveled to California, Victoria, and many shorter trips until 1991 when they were they were forced off the road. From that point on, the grandchildren became the focus of attention. Camping trips, sleepovers and any occasion was an excuse for a family celebration. His woodworking resulted in custom furniture, toys and even oak wagons for his girls and grandchildren.

Heart surgery in 2013 slowed him down and sepsis in 2019 took away his mobility.

Fred is predeceased by his parents, Roy and Jessie Leslie and his sister Dorothy.

A Private Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2025.