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Howard Henry Joseph "Joe" Legate, Veteran, of Hanover, passed away with his devoted wife by his side at Hanover and District Hospital on Friday, January 31, 2025. He was 82.
Born in Owen Sound on May 6, 1942 to the late Howard and Florence (nee Harris) Legate. Better known as Joe to family and friends, he will be remembered for his tenacity and strength. He had a love for the Legion and is a decorated Veteran. He served on many committees and was previous 1st Vice President and Sergeant at Arms as well as Zone Sergeant at Arms amongst other titles during his service with the Legion.
Survived by devoted wife Sharon (nee Ballantine) Legate. Loved father of Mike Legate, Britta (Thomas) Back, Christian Legate, April Wells, Joshua Cox, Jesse Cox and Krystal-Sunshine Cox (Brian Bullock). Special grandpa of 13 grandchildren and two great granddaughters- Olivia and Ophelia. Fondly remembered by his sister “Pearl” Inglis as well as his many nieces, nephews and their children. Predeceased by his parents and his siblings Bill Cannon, Robert “Bob” Cannon, Kenneth Cannon and Cliff Legate.
Family and friends are invited to a Royal Canadian Legion Funeral Service of Remembrance held on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 1:00 pm at the Royal Canadian Legion #130 Hanover. Following the service, there will be a time of fellowship and refreshments until 4pm. All are welcome.
Memorial donations to the Royal Canadian Legion #130 Hanover would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca
Our sincere condolences in the loss of Joe! He will
Be greatly missed! He kept the family together! He kept us up to date on each other! God bless and watch over you Sharon and your family! We will
Miss you Joe!
Love, Glen & Penny Marshall
Its hard to find the right words when my deepest condolences are not enough. He always had a way of putting a smile on your face and could always make you laugh. Uncle joe you will be missed greatly. RIP
- Tanya legate-VaneeIn Love
Your dauther
Britta and Thomas
Sebastian
Steffen
Chris
A friend from the first we met, Joe was always ready to lend a hand to help others in need. We will always remember his warm hugs and handshakes as well as all the fun times spent together. R I P Friend.
- Mary, Lorne, Dallas & DianeA real gentleman..a real veteran hero..We talked many times .It was a pleasure to meet him and know him.... ..Rest in Peace my friend ....Prayers for the family and your loss..Wayne Scheifele (Past President of Branch 130 Hanover )
- Wayne ScheifeleDear Sharon and the Legate family.
Joe was a Hero, and an inspiration! We always enjoyed seeing Joe at the meat draws. Men got a firm hand shake, ladies got a firm hug! His luck was consistent and his big smile lit up the room when he strolled to the front to pick out his winnings. A life well lived-Rest in Peace Joe.
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