LeCLERC, Leo Charles Joseph-72, Lower Sackville, died peacefully at home, July 23, 2003. Born in Halifax, he was a son of the late Leopold and Alfreda (Chevirie) LeClerc. He was a merchant seaman for 40 years, and served in the United States Coast Guard. He was a member of the Seafarer's International Union of Canada. He loved the sea and had many friends and stories. Surviving are his wife, the former Theresa Smith; son, Leo Edward, Moncton, N.B.; stepdaughters, Rose, Ann, Helen, Laura, Patsy and Dianna; brothers, Gaston (Iris), Aurel (Jean), John (Clara) and Rene; sisters, Jeannine (Buck) Pye, Jackie (Bud), Carmel (Billy); eight stepgrandchildren; three step great-grandchildren. Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. today, memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, July 25, both in Atlantic Funeral Home, 125 Sackville Dr., Lower Sackville. Reception to follow in the funeral home. Burial will be held at sea at a later date. Family flowers only. Memorial donations may be made to any charity. On-line condolences may be sent to: www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com