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LEO, died on February 9, 2013 at the Connecticut Hospice, following a lengthy battle with melanoma. He was a Professor of Geology at Yale University. He is survived by his wife Judy, his 3 sons Geoffrey, Damian and Jason, his 3 grand-children, his sister Patricia and his aunt Marguerite, both of Philadelphia. A wake will be held at SISK BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 3105 Whitney Ave., Hamden, CT. on Thursday, 5 to 8 P.M. and a mass of christian burial will be celebrated at St. Thomas More Chapel in New Haven on Friday at 11 A.M. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Closer To Free, The Nature Conservancy or the St. Thomas More Building Fund.
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Julie Galton
April 15, 2013
Just learned of Leo's death from the Yale G&G newsletter. I'm so sorry for your loss.
I remember Leo and your family so fondly, as I was Leo's field assistant at YBRA in Red Lodge during the summer of 1976. That was the year that the BBC filmed "The Asteroid and the Dinosaur" with us, around the Bighorn Basin. It was a summer full of fun and adventure - and root beer floats from A&W, courtesy of Leo's generosity, at the end of each long, hot field day. I often think of him with the fondest memories. Best regards, Julie Galton
February 15, 2013
Remember Mr. Hickey has a customer, when I worked at Best video. Very nice and friendly man. Sorry for your loss.
Linda Peppe
February 14, 2013
We are so very sorry for your loss. We only had the pleasure to visit with Leo a few times but we were struck by his passion for life and devotion to his students. Our son, Daniel had the good fortune to be mentored and befriended by Leo. The influence he had on Dan was enormous. We will forever be grateful to him. He clearly left an indelible mark on the lives of many; including those who who knew him best through their children.
Most sincerely,
Linda and David Peppe
February 14, 2013
My condolences to you and your family. I was a student of Henry Andrews and remember how fondly Henry spoke of Leo and respected his work. It was a great pleasure to have been able to meet Dr. Hickey when he came to New Haven to work at the Peabody. I know he will be surely missed by all who knew him. Sincerely, Jeff Granoff
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February 13, 2013
Dear Judy and family we are very sorry for your loss. Lillian and Gene Fappiao
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