Brian George Leibold
January 24, 2026
LEIBOLD, Brian George – Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at Listowel Memorial Hospital on Saturday, January 24, 2026 in his 76th year.
Beloved husband of the late Brenda Leibold (née Donald). Cherished father of Shawn Leibold (Chrissy) and Mike Leibold (Theresa). Loving grandfather of Connor, Paige, Sophie, Alisha (Adam), Justin (Jesse), Ryan (Melissa), and Courtney (Spencer). Adored great-grandfather of Hesstin, Luxlea, Andrew, Ayden, Greysen, and Brixton. Dear brother of Blair Leibold (Susan), Larry Leibold (Wilda), Kathy Moyer (Percy), Wayne Leibold (Brenda), Sharon Lange (Mark); and brother-in-law of Sandra Lytle (Wayne) and Linda Donald.
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Monday, February 9th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at First Baptist Church, 116 Fergus Street North, Mount Forest, on Tuesday, February 10th at 11:00 a.m. Following the service, everyone is invited to the church hall for a time of fellowship and luncheon.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Brian are asked to consider Cancer Patient Services. Online condolences and donations may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com
Condolences
Lots of great memories of Brian, early in the morning at the church, listening to Charlie Pride. He said it his time with the Lord. Thank you for your labours! For your friendship. We have missed sound the church and you were always a good neighbour. Your labours are done. A Rest well earned.
— Rev Nan and Gaston St Louis, February 21, 2026Shawn, Mike and families. We are sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Thinking of you at this time.
— Brett and Caitlin Reeves, February 9, 2026We are sorry to learn of Brian's passing. As mentioned Brian was always up for a nice chat if we would meet him on the street in Mount Forest. Harvey and Brian where born on the same day and went to school together so they always discussed OLD times. Please accept our condolences.
Harvey & Brenda Maes
Dear Shawn, Mike and Families,
I am very saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. I will always remember his great sense of humor and his unforgettable laugh. Sending love and sympathy to you all.
What a special man Brian was. His contagious laugh, his sincere curiosity, his ability to spark up a conversation with anyone… he will be deeply missed but what a beautiful legacy he has left behind. We love you Mike and Theresa, and we are sending love to your entire family as you navigate this loss.
— Dave and Kim Arthur, February 4, 2026Shawn, Mike, Sandra & Wayne & families….sincere condolences on your loss of Brian…our thoughts & prayers are with you all @ this difficult time.
— Brian & Marilynne Adams, February 2, 2026It was always good to have a chat with Brian whether at the Post Office or on Main Street. Our sympathy to the family.
George and Bonnie Holliday
I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
— Kerry Ammerman, January 29, 2026Shawn and families, we are sorry for your loss. Sending our condolences.
Shawn,Jenn,Tristan,and Hayden Hrycajczuk
Our deepest condolences to all who love Brian. Brian was a great neighbour who took great pride in keeping St Andrew's Presbyterian church clean, and the lawns manicured or the snow shovelled depending on the season. Brian was gentle, always willing to lend a helping hand and loved to talk and loved to laugh.
— Mike and Debbie Burns, January 29, 2026Shawn, Mike and families. Sandra, Wayne and family. We are so very sorry to hear of Brian's passing. He was a super nice guy and will be missed by many. You are in our thoughts and prayers throughout this difficult time.
— Jim & Kim Stewart, January 28, 2026Shawn,Mike and family our condolences on your Dads passing. We had a lot of good chats with him he was a good person and will be missed
— John Edward Weber, January 28, 2026Sending our most Sincerest Sympathies and our very heartfelt Condolences to The Leibold family and friends.
Brian was never without a smile and a great big hello.
May you all find peace within.
My deepest sympathy
— Shirley Becker, January 28, 2026Shawn, Mike and Family
Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I enjoyed many conversations with him when we would meet passing by on the streets. He will be missed
Shawn, Mike and families
We were sadden to hear of Brian's passing. We have a lot of good memories of Brian and Brenda thru the years, we will always treasure them. A Life Well Lived
Take Care Diane & Bill Dineen
My condolences to his sons. I knew Brian as a patient for over 40 years and note his smile was always present whatever the circumstance.
— Dr Hugh Perrin, January 27, 2026Our condolences to Shawn, Mike and families. We have know Brian for a really long time, and will truly miss him and the conversations we have had over the years.
Bill and Barb Watts
So very sorry for your loss xo
— Bill & Judy Gerber, January 27, 2026It was a pleasure getting to know Brain, he was such a kind big hearted man. His big friendly wave will be very much missed by our family. Thinking of you and hope you can hold his memories close to your heart.
— Kelsie & Dustin Langer, January 27, 2026My sincere condolences to the Family. Always loved to have a good chat. Brian will be missed by all who knew him.
— Brenda Harris, January 27, 2026Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Brian (“dad”) had such a cute smile! Will miss seeing him walk the dog up and down the street. Will remember the time when we all went out bowling and he kicked our butts! He was such a nice man, great to have him as a neighbour for a little while. May you keep your memories of him close to your heart.
— Tammy and Cory Hutton, January 27, 2026Our sincere condolences to the Leibold families on the passing of Brian. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Dale and Joan
Shawn, Mike, Sandra, Wayne and families, we are so deeply saddened to hear of Brian's passing! So many good memories of Brian and Brenda during our teenage years and later raising our kids. Brian was always so friendly and loved to have a good chat to catch up on our families. Thinking of all of you at this sad time.
— Doug and Joan Woods, January 27, 2026Mike,
Our sincere condolences to you and all of Brian’s family and friends.
Brian always took the time for a little chat and I loved that about him.
Watching the Xmas parade on their corner isn’t the same any more without your Mom and Dad there!
Joan and Erwin
Our deepest condolences to Shawn, Mike, Blair, Larry, Kathy, Wayne and Sharon. We are so very sorry to read of Brian's passing. He was always so ready to have a chat when our paths crossed. Our sympathy to you all and your families.
— Terry and Joanne Chambers, January 27, 2026To all of Bryan’s family , our thoughts and condolences are with you at this very difficult time. Bryan and Brenda were great neighbours ! As sad as it is to lose Bryan it’s nice to know that he is with Brenda once again. Wendy & Carl Abbott
— Wendy & Carl Abbott, January 27, 2026Dear Shawn, Mike and families,
We are very sorry to hear the sad news of your dad's passing. We have many good memories of spontaneous conversations with him as he shoveled snow at your place or the church or was out doing yard work. He always had a friendly smile and made time to chat. We have so many good memories of those days in the old neighbourhood and your Dad is definitely part of them. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this very sad time. Donna and Bob McFarlane
Mike and Theresa, and family:
We are very sorry for the loss of your dad, we are keeping you in our thoughts during this difficult time and we hope you can take comfort in your memories.
Mike & Meghan
Oh my goodness, I am so sorry to hear about Brian’s passing.
When I heard he was in Birmingham I thought I better go
Over there to visit him. But again all this happened too fast
and I never made it. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole
family at this sad time. He will be with Brenda now. God bless.
P S. This is a lovely picture of Brian.
Tom and Margaret Mary.
Shawn, Mike & families, Wayne & Sandra, the Leibold families:
Our heartfelt condolences at your loss. I have fond memories of our family (Witherow) visits with the Leibolds, as we were growing up & Brian was always a friendly, easygoing part of that. He will be missed by many!
With our caring & prayers, Gary & Gwynne
We are so sorry for your loss. Your parents were great neighbors.
Shawn, Mike and families, Wayne, Sandra and family, please accept our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts
— Gord and Kathy Calder, January 27, 2026