LEONARD M. CHASE, JR. -- WILLISTON - Leonard M. Chase, Jr., 60, of Williston, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2015, in the UVM Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Burlington on March 8, 1955, the son of the late Leonard M. Chase, Sr., and Alice M. Shortsleeve. He was married to Deborah Carr on Sept. 15, 1979, at the Federated Church in Williston. Leonard worked for the State of Vermont Corrections Department for over 28 years doing a variety projects from running a furniture shop to taking over the print shop when it was asked of him; he also ran York Capacitor, and for a while he was a Furniture Sales Assistant. He was going to be moving into small engines when his illness struck. He was a jack-of-all-trades for VCI. Leonard never turned down a challenge to learn something new, he always took it head on; like when he had learn to sew so that he could open up a Garment Shop at the women's prison in South Burlington. Leonard always hoped that with all the industries he ran that he helped even just a few to go on to have productive and successful lives outside of the prison system, that was always his goal. Leonard loved the outdoors and would spend many a day after work and weekends weeding his vegetable gardens, hot peppers and green tail onions were his favorite to grow. He would love taking walks around the woods and his property and just look at things. He truly did love nature. He would love to look out and see all the deer that used to frequent our backyard, he loved living in the woods and seeing all the wildlife, he would plant extra vegetables in his gardens because as he said, we moved into their home and the animals need to eat too. Leonard was such a kind and caring man and would do anything to help, he was also very supportive of anything his wife wanted to do, which is something she will be eternally grateful for, no one could have asked for a better man or husband. He is survived by his wife, Debbie Chase of Williston; daughter, Star Chase and husband, Shawn Gay, of Pueblo, Colo.; grandson, Darby Palmer; two sisters, Genevieve Boyer and husband, David, of Monkton, and Alice Boyer of Lake Elmore; nieces, Jennifer Taylor and husband, Chris, of Milton, and Annie Lunn and husband, Odysseus Manzi, of Colchester; and numerous other nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters, Nancy Chase and Bonnie Chase. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2015, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Ready Funeral & Cremation Service Mountain View Chapel, 68 Pinecrest Dr., Essex Junction. There will be no funeral service. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in East Cemetery, Williston. To send online condolences to the family please visit www.readyfuneral.com.
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It is hard for me to know that your family has lost 2 wonderful members in such a short time. I am so sorry for the family. Please know that my family and I send you our deepest sympathy.
Louise Plouffe
May 11, 2015
Sorry for your loss, our deepest sympathy to all of Leonard's family.
The Shortsleeves Family
May 6, 2015
Dear Chase Sisters,
I am so very saddened to hear that you have just lost Little Leonard. I could hardly believe that Bonnie is gone when I heard the news last month. Both Bonnie and Leonard were so vibrant and full of fun. We'd see see them, visiting your mom in Richmond.. Now the family is so much smaller with her loss and theirs. I think of you. I know your hearts are breaking and so is mine.
Diane Villemaire
May 5, 2015
Debbie, I remember Leonard being humorous and I am saddened for you. I hope you find comfort in knowing that Leonard will live forever, that's what GOD promises.
Rebecca Carr
May 5, 2015
I could never ask for a better son-in-law.You were loved by my whole family.You gave my daughter a wonderful husband. Thank you. You will be missed greatly. I will never forget you. Love forever.
Phyllis Carr
May 4, 2015
It was a pleasure to know him
Howard Deuso
May 4, 2015
Condolences to the Chase family for your recent losses. May they rest in peace.
Betsy Dumas
May 4, 2015
prayer to all for the loss of such a special man , Lenny was a great co-worker and was always positive. You will be missed by many .
lori Farley/Lowell
May 4, 2015
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
shawn gay
May 4, 2015
Gen and family, please accept our heartfelt condolences, and prayers for comfort on your brother's passing.
Kathy and,Ted Barrett
May 4, 2015
Dear Gen and Alice, I was sorry to hear of your brother's death this morning. I didn't know him well, but remember him being the only boy in a family of girls! My prayers and thoughts go out to you.
Karen Shastany
May 4, 2015
Star, Shawn and Darby Gay
May 4, 2015
I will miss you Dad. I only wish that I could have been there for you in the end.
I have so many fond memories of you. Because of you, I have my love of gardening, animals, and nature. Every time I hear The Rolling Stones "Satisfaction" or Lynyrd Skynard "Free Bird" I will think of you. Please watch over Mom. I love you.
Star Gay
May 4, 2015
From mashing apples and collecting sap with Leonard long ago, I knew even then there wasn't anything he couldn't accomplish. I'll miss you buddy.
Mike Dumas
May 4, 2015
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