Ned J.V. Leger
August 2, 1934 - June 16, 2013
On Father's Day the world lost a beautiful soul. Ned J.V. Leger passed away surrounded by those who loved him and those he loved.
Ned was born August 2, 1934 in Ogden, Utah. He graduated from Ogden High, served in the United States Marine Reserves, and married his high school sweetheart and soul mate, Bonnie, on December 18, 1954. Ned was a merchandising manager for Safeway Stores, Inc., where he worked for over 25 years until 1977 when he and his wife opened and operated Leger's Produce and Deli until 2007.
Ned loved life, he loved adventure, and he loved his family more than can be expressed in words. His passion was building custom log homes, which he built virtually by himself. He built seven and put happiness and love into each rock and beam.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Bonnie Richards Leger; sons Anthony Ned Leger (Jackie McDonough), Michael Paul Leger (Lesley), daughter Bibi Leger Whitehead (Chris); 8 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren. Ned is preceded in death by his parents Paul Emile and Victoria Sacco Leger; sister Elizabeth Leger; and granddaughter Ashleigh.
Friends are invited to join the family to celebrate Ned's life on Thursday, June 20th from 6 to 8 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Graveside service will be held on Friday, June 21st at 10:00 AM at Lakeview Cemetery, 1640 Lakeview Dr., Bountiful.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.starksfuneral.com.
He will be missed beyond expression, but is undoubtedly embarking on yet another new adventure. We love you dad and we hope you are notching a log.
In Loving Memory
Tony, Please accept my sincere condolences concerning your monumental loss. Know that you, your mom, your siblings, and all of your family are in my prayers at this difficult time. -Kevin
Kevin McDonough
Salt Lake City, Ut
Your family is in my prayers.
Laurie McConnell
Salt Lake City, Ut
Bonnie and family, I am saddened to learn of Ned's passing. I enjoyed getting to know him while working at Leger's making sandwiches. He was a loving and kind man and will be sorely missed. My love to you all.
Susan Ward
West Bountiful, Ut
Bonnie, Tony, Bibi, Mike & all, You have always been great friends and everytime I saw Ned, he was there with a smile, a handshake and words of encouragement. He'll be sorely missed! May God bless you, comfort you and buoy you all up in the difficult days ahead. Wish we could be there and give all of you a hug, but know that our thoughts, prayers and love are being sent your way. Again, God Bless.
Keith, Jaynee & Janssen Morse
Oak Park, CA
family of Ned,Florine,Patsy,tToni Our deepest condolences to all of you for the loss of your loved one . May he rest in peace .
Marie Neri
clinton, Ut
I want to offer my deepest sympathy to all the family. Ned and all of you are very far from me in distance but still, I always felt very close to the all members of Leger's family. As we say in French, Sinc��res condoléances. Jean-Pierre Léger
Jean-Pierre Leger
Montreal, nan
Dear Antoinette, Our thoughts are with the whole family.. Love you all Your cousin Francine Léger xxxx
Francine Léger
Boucherville, Québec, Ca
Remembering Cousin Ned: Many, many years ago (maybe 1954), Ned was a contestant on the then popular Horace Height Show. Aunt Nene got us all tickets to go see him. We took up a couple rows at the Ogden High School auditorium. When this extremely handsome young man appeared on stage wearing a winning smile and an accordion strapped to him, we jumped up, hooted & hollered. He finished playing a perfect "Lady of Spain" and we did it all over again, clapping till our hands were sore. The Leger/Sacco cousins were very close and Ned being the oldest was Top Dog. It's So good to think about him again and a life well lived. My love and prayers are with you and your family Bonnie. Heartfelt sympathy, Cousin Wiggy
Carla Jean (Sacco) Cash
Hanover, PA
Mike, So Sorry to hear about your dad's passing. He must have been a wonderful dad. Janice
JJanice Colyar
Midvale, UT
Keith and I would like to express our sincere condolences to you at this difficult time. We are saddened by your loss Bonnie as well as your familiy. May God bless you and comfort you is our hope and prayer for you. Lucille( Brown ) and Keith Bowers
Keith Bowers
Roy, UT
Bonnie, Tony, Mike and Bibi... We are profoundly sad. We loved Ned very much. His smile, laugh and trusting friendship was such a pleasure every time we saw him. His love of you all was very clear to us, he was a great and talented man that influenced everyone he knew. We will miss him. Our love to all of you. Dr. Dave and Melissa Thomson
David and Melissa Thomson
Kaysville, UT
We express and love and condolences to Mike and all of the family. We love Mike and Leslie and know what a loss it is when a parent dies. If Ned was anything like Mike we would have loved him too. Are thoughts and prayers are with you. Chad and Dianne Smith
Chad and Dianne Smith
West Bountiful, UT
Bonnie and family. So sorry for your loss. We so enjoyed doing business with you and becoming friends with your family. All our love at this time and always. Karl and Ilene Harding.
Ilene Harding
Murray, ut
Please know that our hearts go out to all of you in the family. It is hard when this day comes as I discussed with Tony on my father's passing last spring. We know how hard it will be and how much Ned the Husband, Dad, Brother, Grandfather and Partner will be missed. We wish you love and happiness during the years. Our best to all from your friends and neighbors in Park CIty. Steve and Lois
Lois & Steve Hooker
Park City, Ut
We can't express how sorrowful we are at the loss of our dear brother. We all adored Ned. He being the only son in our family and the oldest, we all looked up to him. He and Bonnie were like peas and carrots, for 60 years. What beautiful memories we have of them, wonderful times we shared together. With love, Florine, Patsy, Antoinette and of corse Dick his buddy.
Antoinette Leger Stokes
Huntingdon, Tn
BiBi, Bonnie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. What a great man Ned was. I have the fondest memories of him while growing up with BiBi. Our love and prayers are with you. Kim and family.
Kim Himes Barnett
west jordan, ut
I'm sending lots of love to Bonnie & family! So sorry, I just found out. I'm eternally grateful to have have worked for such an amazing family. I still remember how much Ned loved chocolate. I miss you all. Thank you so much for everything! Love, Angela
Angela Tall Klingler
South Jordan, UT