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Leslie Kevin 'Les' Harrod (2 Oct 1954 - 30 Jan 2026)
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Leslie Kevin Harrod (“Les”) passed away on 30th January 2026, aged 71, after a short illness.
Born in Orsett and later making his home in Southend-on-Sea, Les spent his entire life along the Thames Estuary — a place he was deeply connected to and called home.
A devoted father to Kath, Lauren and Amy, and a much-loved father-in-law to Steve, Andrew and Connor. He was a proud grandfather to Niamh, Harriet, Tom, Layla, Myles and Fiadh — though even here the granddaughters kept the upper hand over the boys. Family meant everything to Les, and he took great joy in following the lives and achievements of his grandchildren.
Les joined the Gas Board in 1970 as an apprentice fitter and remained in the industry throughout his working life, building a respected career specialising in compliance. He genuinely loved his work and the people he worked alongside, forming friendships that lasted decades.
A lifelong Everton supporter, Les spent many happy days following the club and sharing the experience with friends who became an extended family. Away from football he enjoyed beer festivals, good company and conversation, and in earlier years was a keen tennis player.
Les will be remembered for his loyalty, his quiet humour, and the steady presence he brought to those around him. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.
The funeral will take place on Thursday 12th March, 12.00 at Basildon Crematorium, where we will pause to take in the view of the Thames he loved so much. We will all 'raise a glass' to Les afterwards at the Benfleet Social Club.
The family have ordered flowers, though anyone who wishes to add flowers is very welcome to do so. Donations, if desired, are gratefully received for the RNLI, a charity Les supported throughout his life. Please do whatever feels right and appropriate to you.
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Les was a wonderful friend and we feel fortunate to have known him.
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Donations very kindly made direct to me at Dad’s funeral. Thank you to all who attended and ensured we gave him a day he would have been proud of.
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Les will be sadly missed by all his friends and family RIP Les.
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Going to miss your happy smiling face mate. Tommy, Rose & Chris.
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A wonderful man. Rest in Peace lovely Les. Thinking of your girls and your grandbabies xxx
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In memory of Les - I will remember him as a loving father to Kath, Lauren and Amy, and grandfather to Niamh, Harriet, Tom, Layla, Myles and Fiadh, who always had an amusing anecdote to share, a story to tell or an opinion to share, which always put a smile on the faces of those around him. Gone too soon and sorely missed xxx
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God rest your gentle soul, Les.
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RIP Les, you were a fantastic neighbour, always on hand to help us with our terrible DIY skills and sharing a beer at our street parties!
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You will be missed and our thoughts are with the family
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Godspeed Les! It was a pleasure working with you! You will be sadly missed! Sincere condolences to all your family from Guy & Angela Maskall
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So sad that your wit, humour and your ability to tell a good story has disappeared from all of our lives.
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RIP to Lovely Les was a pleasure to know you! Xx
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Late summer nights with good food, good wine and good friends.
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"Leslie was a warm and kind individual with a delightfully curious mind, and it was a pleasure to get to know him even if for a brief moment. Our condolences to the family." - The Barabas family (Transylvania)
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Warm memories from Transylvania. You will be missed, but these memories will be forever cherished. Condolences sent from the Kiss-Family (Sandor, Zita, Reka and Andi).
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May you rest in peace, Les. It was lovely to get to know you and spend a wonderful evening out in London with good food, drinks, theatre and even a dance with wonderful company. My deepest condolences to the family and friends.
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Following the marriage of Kath and Steven in 2007, we realised what a really nice, funny man had come into our family. We enjoyed immensely the times and meals we shared, and the joy of our grandchildren Harriet and Tom.
Les was a lovely man who will be greatly missed.
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Following the marriage of Kath and Steven in 2007, we realised what a really nice, funny man had come into our family. We enjoyed immensely the times and meals we shared, and the joy of our grandchildren Harriet and Tom.
Les was a lovely man who will be greatly missed.
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With his grandchildren <3
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In memory of Les who will be sadly missed but always remembered.
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Late summer nights with good food, good wine and good friends.
"Leslie was a warm and kind individual with a delightfully curious mind, and it was a pleasure to get to know him even if for a brief moment. Our condolences to the family." - The Barabas family (Transylvania)
Warm memories from Transylvania. You will be missed, but these memories will be forever cherished. Condolences sent from the Kiss-Family (Sandor, Zita, Reka and Andi).
With his grandchildren <3
Captain Les at the helm on one of our beer trips to Fowey. 😁👍
One of our many beer festivals. Les loved a good beer. We will miss you mate RIP.
Before Fulham, May 2025.
After Arsenal, 19th May 2024.
After West Ham, October 2023.
At the Winslow, opposite Goodison Park, October 5th, 2024.
Les's parents Juliana and Les, beloved grandparents to Kathleen (pictured) Lauren and Amy.
Les with daughter Kathleen, in Stratford-upon-Avon 1982
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