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Fionn McLeod-Troller

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FIONN KIERAN ALEXANDER MCLEOD-TROLLER

December 4, 1995- October 21, 2019

Tragically on October 21, 2019, in Vancouver BC, our son, Fionn Kieran Alexander McLeod-Troller left this world.


Fionn was born on Monday, December 4, 1995 at Women’s’ College Hospital in Toronto, Ontario. 


Fionn spent his first six and a half years living in Toronto where he happily enjoyed his time with many friends at Deer Park School and Heath and Ferndale daycare   Fionn developed a love of travel at a very early age. By the time he was six years old, he’d visited Iqaluit NU (in utero), Vancouver BC, Disneyland, Anaheim, San Francisco and San Jose, CA Vail, CO and Darien Lake NY to name but a few places. 


Fionn moved to Winnipeg in June of 2002 with the family and started another chapter in his young life. Still an avid traveler he visited, Disney World FL Prague, Czech Republic, Vienna, Austria, London, England, New York City, NY Scottsdale AZ, Des Moines, IA, Colorado, Las Vegas NV, Los Angeles CA.


Fionn is survived by his parents Kathleen Troller (nee McLeod) and Nicholas (Nick) Troller. Sisters Mapaloo Troller and Annie Noah. Nieces Cheyenne, Jamie, Ita, Kalani and Nephews Robert, James and Ryan. Several uncles, his most favourite ,Uncles Merv McLeod and Roger Boulet, Several Aunts including Aunt Mouse (Aria Troller), Aunty Arlene and  Cousins, second cousins, third cousins, most notably, Wendy, Brenda, Don, Forrest, Mikaela, Jasmine, Arlene, Jenny, Kevin, Beth, Rob, Gage, Hunter, and Amara.


He is predeceased by his Grandpa Peter McLeod, Grandma Agathe McLeod, Grandma Liselot Troller, Uncles Dennis McLeod and Aunty Eva Soda McLeod. Friends Mikey Alexander and Xavier Raddysh.


Fionn had many good friends, most of whom he met in the elementary public school and the private school he attended from grades 8 to 10. -. Zoë, Danielle, Emma, Lisa, Tristan, Cody, Connor, Braeden, Sabrina, Chris, Cameron and Roger to name a few. 


He had a very quick, dry wit and quirky sense of humour. Fionn was passionate about gaming, music, guitars, drums, ukulele, art, writing, drawing, and skate boarding.


He loved attending Ai-Kon, The Calgary Comic Expo and various other fan based conventions.


His most favourite food of all time was potatoes!  He LOVED potatoes, especially when they topped his favourite dish, Shepherd’s Pie.


The love of his life was his dog Ripley. 


Later in life, Fionn became a traveler and busker. He traveled almost all the way across Canada with his trusty side kick Ripley. Fionn truly was a free spirit!


Fionn was a very brave person; he embraced life and every aspect of who he was as a person. He had immense internal struggles; the hardest was with the wretched disease addiction. 


Fionn is our heart, he is our baby and we’ll miss him.


We love you Sneetch!


Love,


Mama Bear and Papa Bear

or

Maaaahm and Daaaaad 


I’ll love you forever,
I’ll like you for always,
As long as I’m living,
My baby you’ll be.


Robert Munsch


A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Universal Unitarian Church of Winnipeg, 603 Wellington Crescent, Winnipeg MB.


In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his name to any of the following;


Winnipeg Pet Rescue Shelter, D’Arcy’s ARC 

Main Street Project

Directions Youth Centre

Covenant House.

ETHICAL DEATH CARE

Cremation & Life Celebrations

530 St. Mary Avenue - Winnipeg

204-421-5501 - www.ethicaldeathcare.com

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Avery Price

February 19, 2022 at 8:54 PM

I know I'm a bit late in leaving a comment, but I just wanted to say that in the short time that I knew Fionn, he changed my life. We met only about a month before he passed, and spent some time together attending GAB youth events. We were frequenting the same youth services, and once spent a whole evening sitting together and talking at the smoke pit while he held my guitar. I listened as he told me all about his life. People that he cared about. Places he'd been. Things he loved, and his regrets. He bared his soul to me, and it was so, so beautiful.  I had only just come out as transgender and was understandably quite nervous about what that would mean for my life. But watching Fionn just be who he was and shine his light made me realize I had absolutely nothing to be afraid of. He gave me hope. We had so much is common as far as interests, personality quirks, and struggles with people that we loved that it was like meething myself in another body. For the first time in my life, I felt like I loved and understood myself, just by knowing and seeing into him. I could forgive myself, because looking at him instead of at me, how could I not? He was like a long lost brother to me, and touched my heart so, so deeply and dearly in that short time. I knew him for a moment, but it may as well have been a lifetime. I will never, ever forget you. In this life or the next. You are so bright, and so precious. Those you've touched have been changed forever by your love. Thank you so much, friend. May we meet again. -Avery

Kelly Towle

May 25, 2020 at 9:17 AM

Rest in Sweet Peace Fionn. Until we meet again xo 

Paul McLeod

December 10, 2019 at 8:52 AM

Kathleen & Nick Your tribute to Fionn was an incredible experience  you both did a wonderful job of honoring you child May he rest in peace I wish to extend my condolences to both of you and your extended family Paul McLeod  

CC

December 9, 2019 at 8:15 PM

i barely knew you, but i was touched my your humble spirit. rest in power. ❤

Coco

December 7, 2019 at 7:27 PM

You are a good dude rest in peace❤

Phoenix

December 7, 2019 at 1:08 PM

I can't believe you are gone man. ):  Rest in peace, I hope you are calm and free. 

Refik

December 6, 2019 at 11:26 PM

Condolences to the family of one of the most beautiful people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. Thank you for sharing.

Joanne Nippert

December 5, 2019 at 8:23 PM

Condolences to the family, my husband and myself got to know Fionn quite a few years ago and he truly was a very kind young man. R.I.P may you fly with the Eagles

Merv McLeod and Roger Boulet. Uncles

December 5, 2019 at 4:11 PM

When Fionn was in his first years of life in Toronto, I found him to be the most intelligent child I had ever come in contact with.  His accomplishments in his short life do not surprise me.  I have a lot of happy memories from that period.  For Roger, my life partner, and me it was a privilege to have been his uncles.  Merv McLeod and Roger Boulet

Rita van Leeuwen

December 4, 2019 at 12:27 PM

Fionn - a beautiful soul who will be so deeply missed... My heart goes out to all those in the circle of Fionn's life, especially Kathleen & Nick & their family. May happy memories of days gone by carry you through.... 

Emma Riddell

December 2, 2019 at 4:04 PM

Getting to be a part of Fionn's life was an amazing experience, to this day I haven't met another human that has even come close to Fionn's charm, charisma, kindness, sense of adventure and overall zest for life. And I don' think I ever will. I'll treasure the moments I had with him for the rest of my life. Kathleen and Nick, thank you for bringing Fionn into this world, because he made it so wonderful when you got to be by his side. Fionn I love you so much and I wish I could hold you and hear you sing just one more time. ❤

Danielle

December 2, 2019 at 3:29 PM

The world lost one of the last of the realest people there is out there, the day he passed. In my 23 years of living, I have never encountered another human being who was as kind, compassionate, loyal and loving as Fionn was. He was more than my best friend, I considered him my brother as well and we called eachother family. He’s the most protective person I know. He would never let harm come to his loved ones even if it meant him getting hurt. He would always make sure people were happy and fed, even if it meant sacrificing his own needs. When he stayed with me, he made $15 playing music. He bought burgers for everyone in my house even though he only had that $15 to his name. The word “generous” is not enough to describe his giving nature. He saved me and many other people over the years, and I don’t think I’d have made it this far. He got me out of toxic situations and always supported me. He never shunned me. He was the least judgemental person I’ve ever encountered as well. When others would turn their cheek, he would be there letting people know that someone out there cares and understands. Some of my favorite memories being on this earth involves him. He always brought a smile to my face and made me laugh and feel loved whenever he was around. I am so sorry for your guys’ loss. You raised a wonderful human being who’s light shone brighter than the rest. I am grateful to have known him and that he was raised with great values and a phenomenal head on his shoulders. You two raised a son who would forever touch the lives of many and who impacted everyone he met. This world will never be the same without him. Fly high best friend. ❤

Tristan Friesen

December 2, 2019 at 3:23 PM

Rest peacefully Fionn ❤ Miss the days of Left 4 Dead 2 on your couch and hanging out playing Guitar Hero Metallica all the time. Even though you played on expert you always handed it off just so I could play a song even though I could only play on medium. I will greatly miss you. My heart is bleeding bad but I'll be okay ❤ You were always one of the strongest people I knew. Rest easy friend, and thanks for all the emotional and moral support ❤

Shelley Guillas

December 2, 2019 at 8:37 AM

Kathleen and Nick Fionn had a wonderful heart full of kindness, laughter, love, acceptance and creativity.  He was a part of our family.  He brought so much joy to our whole family especially our son Roget.  That beautiful, kind, generous, loving spirit has left a powerful imprint on this earth.  He did more in his young life to encourage society's understanding of humanity than most people do in an entire life time.  You both are amazing parents! It shows through in the kind of person Fionn was from the time he was very young.  Your tribute to Fionn was very touching and real.  We love you Kathleen and Nick  with all of our hearts. Shelley Guillas

Kael

December 1, 2019 at 10:26 PM

My condolences. Fionn was a pretty amazing young man. 

Shelley Guillas

December 1, 2019 at 9:03 PM

Finn gave us so many happy memories! He and Roget were inseparable and practically lived at each other’s houses. Where for Finlay

Brenda McLeod

December 1, 2019 at 8:20 PM

Kathy and Nick, this is absolutely the most beautiful tribute I’ve ever seen, I just keep watching it over and over. There just aren’t words to express how sorry I am for your and mankind’s loss of such a unique gift. His light was so bright that he lit up every room he was in and that is a direct reflection of his parents love   love you both very much. ❤

Brenda DeSerranno

November 29, 2019 at 7:06 AM

Over the years I have had many lunches and shopping trips with Kathleen where she never failed to make me laugh with her “Fionn” stories.  It was absolutely impossible to miss how deeply Fionn was loved and the world is just a little less bright without him in it.  This wonderful tribute captures Fionn’s absolutely infectious smile, his complete joy and talent with music and his love of exploring the world around him.  My heart breaks every time I think that my dear friends Kathleen and Nick have had to say goodbye to such an irreplaceable part of their lives. 

Pam Ashton

November 26, 2019 at 7:41 PM

I just wanted to say that you did a great job on the tribute I've watched it many times...Fionn had such amazing  talent!! Wow and  The way you put the video together brings tears to my eyes...Xo to the Troller/McLeod family ❤❤❤

Jennifer Cerny

November 25, 2019 at 4:48 PM

Nicky and Kathleen I am so sorry to hear about your Fionn.    My heart goes out to you. Jennifer Cerny

Merv McLeod and Roger Boulet. Uncles

November 25, 2019 at 2:31 PM

 We are both so very sorry for your loss.  I have fond memories of Fionn in his first three years of his life.  Such a bright and happy child. We will miss him very much.  What a wonderful life he led in the years given to him.  My heart goes out to Nick, Kathleen, Cheyenne and Robert.  Love you all lots and lots.  Merv McLeod and Roger Boulet

Terri Settle

November 25, 2019 at 12:02 PM

This is a beautiful tribute to Fionn.  Thank you for sharing his gift of music with us.  My deepest condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time.

Devon Glow

November 24, 2019 at 7:09 PM

I went to private school with him, I don’t recall being too close, but considered him a friend all the same. Rest in peace...

Jen Kern (Metcalfe)

November 24, 2019 at 1:11 PM

So very sorry for your loss. I remember him and still have a picture from the day I visited the hospital when he was born. Truly heartbreaking. 

Zoë

November 23, 2019 at 12:55 PM

Fionn was such a wonderful soul, and his light shone brightly even in the hardest of times. The type to put his struggles aside to provide, care for, and support his loved ones, with a selfless unconditional love that was unmatched. He was truly exceptional, so deeply loved by so many people, and I will miss him forever. My heart goes out to Kathleen and Nick. You raised a beautiful and wonderful gem of a boy, and you should always be proud to know you provided him with a foundation of integrity, empathy, generosity, tenderness, compassion, and a strong moral compass which he carried with him through life. He will always be in my heart.

Jenn

November 23, 2019 at 11:59 AM

Finn will be very missed. I have know Finn's mom for many years. Kat always gushed about her talented baby 🐻. What a free spirit Finn was and his passion for music. Thank you for doing such a tasteful and respectful page for Finn, Ethical. My heart gosh out to the whole Troller family.
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