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Obituary of Leighton Wendell Emms
Emms, Leighton "Hap"
Hap passed away peacefully, in Kingston General Hospital on Thursday, October 8, 2015. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy "Bette" Emms whom predeceased Hap in January 2015. Loved and respected father of Wayne (Sylvie), Greg (Jayne) and Kathryn (Mark Carruth). Cherished grandfather of Sarah Emms and Mathew Carruth. Dear brother-in-law of Dianne (John Halpin) and uncle of Margo Loughren (Doug) and Bruce Halpin (Cindy). Hap enjoyed three successful careers: as a brakeman on the CN Railway out of Nakina, owning his own electrician's business in Milton and as a teacher and guidance counselor at Southwood Secondary in Cambridge for over twenty years. Fondly remembered by his extended family, many good friends and his beloved cat, Lucy. In keeping with Hap's wishes, there will be no visitation or services held.