Leroy Hackett, 77, of Shediac Bridge passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at the Moncton Hospital. Born in Goderich, Ontario, he was the son of the late Harold and Mary (Cranston) Hackett.

He proudly served for 31 years in the Royal Canadian Air Force.

Leroy is survived by his daughters: Tawnya Stringer (Christopher) of Kingston Ontario, Heather Hackett-Ker (Stephen) of Oromocto and a special friend, Clarice LeBlanc of Shediac; a sister Margaret Hughes (Robert) of Winnipeg MB and sisters-in-law: Corinne Howard (Lorne) of Shediac Bridge, Margie LeBlanc (Eugène) of Grand-Barachois, and Marie-May LeBlanc (Val) of Shediac; four grandchildren: Caleb, Mason, Ryleigh, Isabella and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife Marie (Clements) (2015) and a brother-in-law Oscar Clements (2006).

A Celebration of Life will take place at the Shediac Branch 33 Legion, 386 Main Street Shediac on Wednesday, July 31 from 2 pm to 4 pm.

Thank you to the nurses and doctors of The Moncton Hospital Cardiac Care Unit for the wonderful care they gave our dad. Thank you also to Michelle and the medical team at the Heart Function Clinic for their exceptional care and support.

In memory of Leroy, a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of New Brunswick or to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated.

Cremation and funeral arrangements are under the direction of Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, Shediac (506 532-3297).

Words of comfort and online condolences may be forwarded through our website at:  www.frenettefuneralhome.com

 "Per Ardua Ad Astra"