ARINOBU, Leonard George - It is with heavy hearts that the family of (Leonard) George Arinobu announce his unexpected passing at his home in Toronto, on July 25, 2020.
"George" was born on September 16, 1951 in Fort William, Ontario, to Sam and Nancy Arinobu.
George was a founding member of the Marion Singers around 1992. George was very giving of his time - whenever there was a call for a choir, including special services, weddings or funerals, George was there.
George was described by many of his friends as a gentleman and a gentle man, a very private person and a caring soul. George is survived by his mother Nancy Arinobu (Thunder Bay); sisters Marlene Hedch (Nanaimo, BC) and Janet Arinobu (Thunder Bay); 2 nephews Jesse (Amanda) Hedch (Swan River, MB) and Aaron Hedch (Sarah Moen) (Nanaimo, BC); and great-nephew Benjamin Hedch (Nanaimo, BC). Also survived by Uncle Tom (Joyce) Tabe (Pinawa, MB) and numerous cousins. George was predeceased by his father Sam Arinobu (2017).
Cremation has taken place. Due to COVID-19, a service will be held at a later date when he will be laid to rest in Thunder Bay.
If friends desire, in lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, St. Clement's Church, 70 St. Clements Ave., Toronto, ON M4R 1H2, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
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