Richard Leo Moriarty

Passed peacefully away at St. Clare’s Hospital on Thursday, June 21st, 2018 Richard Leo Moriarty, of Ferryland, age 72 years. Leo is predeceased by his parents: Leo and Margaret Moriarty; sisters: Sheila Dunphy, Ann, Elizabeth and infant sister; brother: Paul; brother-in-law: Byron Dawe. Leaving to honour and cherish his memory, his sons: Richard and Brian, and their mother Doris Payne; brother Peter (Gladys) Moriarty; sisters: Margaret Dawe, Marian (Ivan) Penney, Joan (Leland) Mercer; brother-in-law: John Dunphy; sister-in-law: Helen (Pat) Pembroke; a number of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Leo had many dear and beloved friends from Ferryland and the Southern Shore area who supported him, for which the family is very thankful. The community of Ferryland held a very special place in Leo’s heart and he was proud to have served as Mayor for 16 years. In 2017, Leo was the recipient of a Canada150 Medal in recognition of his community service. As a teacher for 37 years, Leo positively influenced the lives of many students. In respecting Leo’s wishes, there will be no visitation. A celebration of Leo’s life will be held at Caul’s Chapel, LeMarchant Road on Tuesday, June 26th at 11am. Cremation has taken place and a private family inurnment will be held at the Roman Catholic Cemetery, Harbour Grace at a later date where Leo will be laid to rest with his parents. Donations in his memory may be made to The Health Care Foundation – St. Clare’s Hospital in recognition of the wonderful care shown to Leo over the years. “A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.” – Henry Adams