Eugene DeLeo Obituary

DeLeo, Eugene P.
Eugene P. DeLeo, 91, of Stratford, formerly of Darien, died peacefully on Saturday, December 28th surrounded by his loving family. He was predeceased by his devoted wife of 50 years, Louise M. DeLeo. Born in Stamford on January 6, 1922, Gene was the son of the late Clorinda and Salvatore DeLeo. He was a four-star athlete at Stamford High School, a Navy Veteran, and a scratch golfer. Gene later co-founded DeLeo Brothers, Inc., a construction firm which he and his brothers operated for over 35 years. Survivors include Gene's four loving children: Paul (Ellen) DeLeo of New Fairfield, Linda (Frank) Ball of Fairfield, Gina (Tom) Curtin of Trumbull and Peter DeLeo of Stratford; eight grandchildren: Tom, Kevin, Lauren, Patrick, Scott, Mary Louise, Rebecca and Eric; three siblings: Helen, Carol and William; many nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws; and his loyal dog, Lucy. Gene was a remarkably kind and charming man, and will be missed by all who knew him.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Connecticut Food Bank at www.ctfoodbank.org

Published by Connecticut Post on Jan. 5, 2014.
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Dear Cousins, Paul,Linda,Gina and Peter. I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I will always remember what a handsome and dapper dresser he was. And oh how he loved to golf.
My prayers and thoughts are with all of you and your children at this most difficult time.
May you always find comfort in all the beautiful memories you have of your Dad and Grandfather.
With heartfelt love,
Cousin Felicia

Felicia Passero

January 21, 2014

I think you all know how fond we all were of Poppy. Our family has always held him in the highest regard. We will miss him dearly and know that his memory will live on in our family. I love you all very much. Michael

Michael Curtin

January 7, 2014

Dear Gina and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
God Bless you all.
Michael and Suzzanne Madden

January 6, 2014

Gina and family,
We share in your loss and are thinking of you and your family.
Laurie and Rory Polizzo

January 6, 2014

Dear Cousins,
I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Gene's passing. I will keep you all in my prayers. He will be missed, even though I did not see him often..My memories of him are of a kind gentleman, not to mention, "handsome".
May God bless you all and give you peace.
Love ,
cousin Alberta

Alberta Meceli

January 6, 2014

Paul, Linda, Gina, & Peter, So very sorry to hear about Uncle Gene's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
God Bless.
Nora Ferro-Duffin

Nora Ferro-Duffin

January 5, 2014

Dear Gina,
I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My sympathies and prayers to you and your family. Your dad sounded like a wonderful man and I'm glad you had so many years with him. Love and peace, Donna

Donna Guinta

January 5, 2014

Dear Gina and family, we are sorry to hear of your father's passing and miss his presence in the dialysis waiting area. We are keeping you close in our thoughts and prayers. Much love, Jean and Florence Pieper

January 4, 2014

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