Royal Caribbean International is mourning the loss of one of their own, with the tragic death of Leanne Hill, BDM for Western Canada.
Hill passed peacefully surrounded by family in her hometown of Cobourg at the age of 46, after a brief stay in hospital to treat a brain hemorrhage. They had just celebrated a Thanksgiving weekend together at the family cottage.
A statement from RCI said Hill had resided in Vancouver with her partner, Chris Brendon for many years.
"Family meant everything to Leanne, and she shared many stories about the treasured moments that they would share, especially during holidays at the family cottage where they had all just celebrated a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend together. She loved her niece, Abbie, and her nephew, Ben, beyond measure and treated them as her own. Leanne also had two beautiful furbabies, her French Bulldogs named Lewis and Gary. They were the center of Leanne and Chris’s world.
Leanne loved her team, representing our brand, and being part of our Royal Caribbean family. She joined our brand in spring of 2021, and in two short years accomplished so very much. Her passion and fervor translated into being continuously recognized by leadership and the travel advisor community.
She was awarded as a 2022 Top 10 President’s Challenge Winner, and as the Favourite Supplier Representative in Canada by Baxter Media.
Leanne loved a challenge, worked incredibly hard and was admired by everyone who knew her. Leanne’s career in the travel industry spanned over twenty years and she built countless friendships, especially with all of you. Leanne’s dedication to her craft was second to none - she was either on the road visiting accounts, training advisors, attending conferences, or hosting her accounts onboard a cruise. She was a magnet - her grace and infectious smile attracted everyone to her, as she was easy to love. I am so proud of everything Leanne has accomplished and the bond we all have as a team because of her. Thank you everyone for your continued support of Leanne’s family and our Royal Caribbean family as we grieve. She will be missed terribly but will live in our hearts forever. Rest in Peace, sweet Leanne. We will carry you with us always."
Our entire industry is reeling with the news and an announcement on her Facebook page says "Her family and friends are devastated by her tragic loss. She always lived her life to the fullest and did so up to her final days. We are forever grateful she was a part of our lives, and have drawn comfort by sharing her stories and passions as we mourn her passing."
Expressions of sympathy can be sent to The Hill & Brendon Family, 1209 Ashland Drive
Cobourg, Ontario
Canada
K9A 5S4.
Her service will be held at MacCoubrey Funeral Home in Cobourg on Sunday, October 22nd beginning at 1pm ET followed by a celebration of life from 2-4pm ET. It will be open to the public and will be live-streamed for those unable to attend in person. The live stream link will be added to the obituary page on the day of service. Her obituary can be found here: https://www.maccoubrey.com/service/6997/leanne-marie-hill
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