Leslie "Les" Kanada

Leslie "Les" Arthur Kanada

November 22, 1947 - October 22, 2024

Les Kanada, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, 76, of Wyoming, MN, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024. He will be greatly missed by his family.

Les is survived by his wife, Bonita, daughters Christine, Amy and Sara Kanada, Lisa ReMine (Todd) and Christine Beals. Grandchildren, Hailey, Heather, Erik, Myah and Maximus Kanada, Charlotte and Jackson ReMine, Lisha Pearson, Corey and Joshua Beals. Great granddaughters, Anya, Serena and Lila Pearson. Brothers George (Vicky) and Duane (Teresa) Kanada, sisters Georgette Kanada and Tammy Knobbe (Todd). Many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Lorraine Kanada, son Lyle Kanada, mother and father-in-law Margaret and Alvin Block, sisters Joan Petersen and Suzi Kanada, brothers-in-law Gregory and Robert Block, nephew Troy Dean and niece Heather Kanada.

Les grew up in St Paul, MN, and graduated from Mechanic Arts High School. Over the years Les worked various jobs, spending 20+ years at Unisys. After attaining his degree in information technology/computer support he worked for the State of Minnesota, retiring from there after 20 years of service. He was a member of several bands as a lead and steel guitarist, playing numerous venues throughout the Twin Cities.

He loved music, bowling, fishing, gardening, grilling, woodworking, computers, reading and small engine repair.

To honor Les' wishes no formal services will be held.