DOBRIDNIA, LEON FRANCIS
96, of Fort Hill Road, passed away on June 20, 2017 at Grace Barker Manor. He was the husband of the late Rita (Corey) Dobridnia.
Born in Lynn, MA he was the son of the late John and Charlotte (Brown) Dobridnia He was the father of Michael Dobridnia; grandfather of Breana Guinan, Brittany Dobridnia and Corey Dobridnia; great grandfather of Lindsey Guinan, LeighAnn Guinan, Michael Kennedy and Emma Kennedy and the uncle of Carol Haye and Suzanne Slinko.
Mr. Dobridnia served in the US Army during World War II and the Korean War. After leaving active duty, he enlisted in the US Army Reserve Special Forces and served as a Command Sergeant Major. He graduated from Bryant College and was employed as a computer software engineer for the Outlet, Kaiser, and Technor Apex before retiring.
His funeral services will be held Saturday, June 24th, 9 AM from the George Lima Funeral Home 367 High Street with a Mass of Christian Burial, 10 AM at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 141 State Street. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Bristol.
Calling hours are Friday 4 – 7 PM. Donations in his memory maybe made to Green Beret Foundation, 14402 Blanco Rd., Suite 101, San Antonio, TX 78216. www.limafh.com
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Our condolences, Leon was more than a good friend and good neighbor, he and Rita always made us feel so welcome. Leon was truly part of the greatest generation and what helped made America great! We will miss him.
Walter & Susan
Walter & Susan Zaykowski
Friend
June 24, 2017
I worked with Leon many years ago in the Outlet co. - what a man! I wish I had half the guts he had. A great role model for me. I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to have met such a brave and dedicated man - more of what this world needs today!
Vic Marcus Muschiano
Coworker
June 23, 2017
May you find peace in your loving memories and in the warmth of family and friends.
Walton County Sheriff's Office
June 23, 2017
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about the loss of CSM Leon Francis Dobridnia. He gave his life for freedom and his legacy will never be forgotten. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Green Beret Foundation
June 22, 2017
Mr. Dobridnia has always been "Gramps" to me. I always appreciated how both Gramps and Gram treated me as one of their own Grandkids growing up. I will always have fond memories of Gram bringing the 4 of us to Crescent park carousel and out to lunch. I always share memories of arriving at dawn in Bristol on the 4th of July on Fort Hill Road and waiting for the parade to start. Enjoying the Bagels that Gramps would fetch from town and the privilege of being able to walk back to the house for a parade break and to watch what we were missing on TV with Gramps while still hearing the cannon shots in the air around the house.
I am saddened to know he has passed on, but am comforted to know that he's back with the love of his life that I know he has missed terribly and I will always be thankful for their kindness and acceptance of me as one of their own.
Thank you Gramps, give Gram a hug for me.
Lisa Soares
Family
June 22, 2017
Ms. Corey, your Dad is a hero and remember he always loves you. Hand salute to a felloe Veteran.
Ralph DiGise
June 22, 2017
I served with CSGM Dobridnia in the 11th SF Group. He was a great leader and, had the respect of all the officers and enlisted men.
Godspeed SGM. "AIRBORNE"
Nick
Harty
Nick Harty
June 22, 2017
So very sorry for your loss...
joann capuano
June 22, 2017
Corey, your grandfather was a true American hero! God bless you and your family in this time of sadness. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Artie Rodriguez
June 21, 2017
I served with Leon in the Army. An outstanding individual. He will be sadly missed from our ranks.
RIP
Dick Nazzaro
Served In The Military Together
June 21, 2017
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