Lelia “Lea” Banerjee

Died: November 21, 2016 | Place: London, Ontario

Obituary

BANERJEE, Lea….

London, Ontario Monday, 21 November 2016, with Ross by her side, Lelia Joan Banerjee (née Perkins). Beloved wife of the late Dr. Prabhat Banerjee. Loving mother of Ross Banerjee (wife Donovan) and Neal Banerjee; dear sister of Molly Axford (late husband Doug). Missed by family and friends in Canada, England, India and abroad. World traveler, avid appreciator of music, art and literature. Cremation has taken place. Private interment will take place in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London, Ontario. Memorial gathering to be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program, 800 Commissioners Road East, London ON N6A 5W9 or McCormick Care Foundation – Dementia Services – Day Program, 2022 Kains Road, London, ON N6K 0A8. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

14s Comments

  1. lois gilchrist November 23, 2016 at 5:56 pm

    Our sympathy to you Ross, Neal and Donovan in the great loss of you wonderful loving mother . May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories and love that you have shared through all the years . lois and jim

  2. Doug and Jen Neil November 23, 2016 at 6:28 pm

    Lea epitomised class, grace, and dignity. We will miss her.

  3. Susan Genest November 23, 2016 at 6:33 pm

    Dear Ross and Donovan. You both gave Lea a wonderful gift of your love and your care. The last several years of her life were made so much better because of you both. May Lea rest in peace and love and may you both know what dear and good people you are. No one could have done more for her than you did. Many blessings – Susan

  4. Jennifer November 23, 2016 at 10:10 pm

    Ross,

    My condolences and deepest sympathies.

    Jennifer
    (From wed group)

  5. Joanne Gilchrist November 24, 2016 at 10:28 am

    Dear Ross, Neal and Donovan, so very very sorry for your loss. Your mum was a very special lady, so beautiful and gracious. I have so many wonderful memories of her. My thoughts are with you all. Much love, Joanne xo

  6. Nina manni-Mcdevitt November 24, 2016 at 10:56 am

    Ross!!
    I’m so sorry to hear about your mom!!
    My condolences to you and your family!
    Please be rest assured she is well taken care of in her resting place with your dad now!
    May peace and happy memories be with you now!

    Your friend
    Nina

  7. Sallie and Alex hammond November 24, 2016 at 1:08 pm

    We will miss you Lea. You were a wonderful, sincere friend for 42 years.
    Your sense of humour and wit will always be remembered.
    Rest in peace .
    Sallie and Alex

  8. Denise November 26, 2016 at 10:38 am

    Ross,
    Thinking of you and your loved ones during this difficult time. Very sorry for your loss.

    Denise

  9. Deb November 26, 2016 at 9:36 pm

    Ross –
    Sending condolences at this difficult time.
    Deb
    (from the Tuesday group)

  10. Donna Higgs November 27, 2016 at 1:22 pm

    I knew Lea as a co-worker at a bank in the early 1960’s. Lea had recently arrived from England and secured a position of teller at the same bank as I also was a teller. Soon after Lea arrived a handsome, dark haired young man began to visit Leas teller station and would wait for Lea to assist him with his financial requirements. No other teller would do. As time went by the visits increased in time and frequency and in due course they were married. I remember a beautiful, charming young gentle woman and am pleased to know she had a loving family. Rest in peace. Sincere sympathy to her family and friends.

  11. Elaine Apel November 27, 2016 at 2:43 pm

    You were deeply loved, Mrs. Banerjee, by your family and friends. We always had fun together, and shared lots of laughs, at many gatherings and parties. Thank you for being a great friend to my parents and our family. We miss you already! Love, Elaine

  12. Margaret Hewitt November 28, 2016 at 12:10 pm

    Our condolences on the loss of your lovely Mother. We remember her contributions to the Volunteer Committee of Orchestra London, and also the many recitals we attended together.
    Margaret and Bruce

  13. Carmen Jones November 28, 2016 at 1:19 pm

    Dear Ross, Neal & families, my condolences on the loss of your mother. I will always remember her as a fine example of class and dignity. I enjoyed our discussions of books and cooking.

  14. Jennifer Attenborough November 28, 2016 at 1:56 pm

    Ross and Neil, and families. So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I am fortunate enough to have some childhood memories of her kindness. Thinking of you both in this difficult time. Jen

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