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Alexander F. Thomas and Sons Funeral Home - Walpole

45 Common Street

Walpole, Massachusetts

LEO STARUSKI Obituary

STARUSKI, Leo Of Norwood, Feb. 12, surrounded by his loving family, age 67. Beloved husband of the late Janice (Florentino) of 45 years. Son of the late Elmer and Josephine Staruski. Devoted father of Chris and his wife Lauren of Foxboro and Jennifer Walsh and her husband John of Washington, D.C. Cherished brother of Peg Smukler and her husband Chuck, Tom and his wife Bev, Maryann Halper and her husband Bart and the late Paul. Brother-in-law of Barbara Staruski, Carol Bisceglia, James Florentino and his wife Beth. Loving "Papa" of Hayden and Ian Walsh and Kathleen, Riley and Lila Staruski and also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral from the Alexander F. Thomas & Sons Funeral Home, 45 Common St., WALPOLE, Friday morning at 9, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine's Church, Norwood, at 10. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Thursday evening from 4-8 at the funeral home. Interment will be private at family's request. Please, in lieu of flowers, all donations can be made to VNA Care Network/VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester 01608. For directions and guestbook please visit

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 13 to Feb. 15, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for LEO STARUSKI

20 Entries

March 5, 2015

I will never forget you Leo Staruski. Rest in eternal peace.

February 25, 2015

Staruski family,

We're so sorry for your loss. We grew up with Leo & Tom at Holy Name in West Roxbury and our kids went to Norwood High together.

You are in our thoughts & prayers.

The Pierces,
Margaret (Mulhern) and Bob
Michael, Katie, Bobby & Tricia

February 22, 2015

A good friend who I was working with when I left General Motors in 2001 has passed away this week after a long battle with throat cancer. A nicer guy you wouldn't find anywhere. Leo, and his then dying wife Janice, were the ones who actually took us up on our "sponsor the Diary" campaign when we hit the road 14 years ago. I'm glad we have been able to make Boston a destination twice since then, Long trips, made worthwhile by Leo's inspiring attitude and spirituous personality. An involved family man and avid Patriots fan, he was always more interested in your affairs than bemoaning his own fate. Leo missed out on a comfortable retirement, along with many others, and we keep these people in mind as we enjoy the opportunities presented to us. I'm sure his wonderful family will carry this man's inspiring legacy on. As I ended each phone call I will say one last time, "take care my friend".

Theresa (Holmes) Smith

February 21, 2015

Staruski Family, Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but love leaves a memory no one can steal. My sympathies to the friends and family of Uncle Leo (as I knew him). He was an angel on this earth who never met a stranger.

February 19, 2015

Sending you our love and prayers during this difficult time Jen and John. May your Dad be at eternal rest and happily reunited with your Mom. With our deepest sympathy and wishing you all peace, Aunt Gerry, Uncle Perry and family

Jessica King

February 19, 2015

Jen and Chris, sending much love and prayers to you both, and your families. May all the love and support that surround you get you through this difficult time. XO

Peter and Heather

February 19, 2015

Jen, we are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you.

February 19, 2015

So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Praying that you will all find strength in each other and your many memories.
Love Kathy, Sarah and Rachel

Christina Dow

February 18, 2015

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of my dear friend, Leo. I worked with him in Detroit, and he spoke so fondly of his family and was always so quick to share the latest pictures of his beloved grandchildren. He was one of the nicest men I ever had the pleasure to work with. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, especially his children and grandchildren.

Judi Sulfaro

February 15, 2015

Dearest Jen,
Ed and I are so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. We have such pleasant memories of dinner with your parents, you and our Alyssa during your college days.

May your memories always be a blessing to you and we pray that your father and mother are resting in the sweetest peace.

Much love,

Judi and Ed Sulfaro

Jean Burnand

February 15, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Prayers are with all of you.

Pat Londergan

February 15, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He is at peace now with Jan. He put up a good fight.

Aimee Consiglio

February 15, 2015

Dear Jen and Family,
My sincerest condolences for the loss of your father. He was such a kind man. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will hold a special place in your hearts forever. All my love to you.

Brad Queisser

February 15, 2015

Thinking of you all. Hang in there. Deepest sympathies.

Jim Leahy

February 15, 2015

So sorry Jen,
No question, when Dad arrived at the Gate it was left unlocked with the lights on.

Mike and Claire Cavanaugh

February 15, 2015

Dear Jen and Chris, You all know how we loved Leo. A great husband, father and proud grandfather. For us, we lost a good friend and treasure the good times we always had with the Staruski's. Now, we believe, he is with his beloved Jan in the arms of his loving Savior. I, Claire, will miss my chats and e-mails with my "guy friend". Love, Claire and Mike

February 15, 2015

So sorry to hear of Leo's passing. We worked together at the state for 4 years over 20 years ago. Unfortunately we had lost touch, but I will remember him as a good man and friend. My deepest sympathies to Jen and Chris and the rest of his family. I hope he is at peace.
Wally Taylor
Newburyport

Edie Frigulietti

February 14, 2015

Jen and Chris ....so very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a good friend for many years. We had many good times together. We send our prayers and thoughts to the family. George & Edie

February 13, 2015

Rest in Peace Leo

Carol Shaheen

February 13, 2015

Our deepest sympathy,We grew up with Leo in Roslindale and have wonderful memories we are very saddened.Anthony,Cookie and Carol Palumbo

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