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Francis J. LEARY

Manchester, Connecticut

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LEARY, Francis J. Francis J. Leary, 91, beloved husband of Sylvia (Keller) Leary for 62 years, ran his final mile and crossed the finish line into the Hands of God on January 4, 2011. He was born January 15, 1919 in Manchester Connecticut, son of the late Joseph W. and Josephine...

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Dear Leary Family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on Mr. Leary's passing. I'm sorry we will not be able to give you our condolences in person as we're out of the country. Rest assured I'm sure there are plenty of people from the Bolton Street area who grew up there in the fifties like myself who have nothing but fond memories of this friendly, kind, gentle man. Our hearts go out to you and wish you peace and love during this sad and difficult time for your family.
Love...

Dear Leary Familly,

Our thoughts and prayers join yours at the passing of Mr. Leary. A while back our son Matt was fortunate enough to reset the Manchester High School time for the outdoor mile ..... a record that Mr. Leary held with pride for decades. Shortly after, an article appeared in the JI about Matt and Mr. Leary getting together to compare notes and share their love of running. Our son was most impressed with his decent nature and tales of his experiences. We are...

I know that his family will miss him dearly. He was a wonderful man I especially remember mornings in Belmar drinking coffee with him when I would go with my sister Marie and her family He made the best coffee!. My sister Marie ( his daughter in law) absolutely adored him and I am sure they will join each other and drink coffee together May God Bless
Patty Smith Las Vegas. Nv

Dear Sylvia and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Although I only knew Fran for a short time, he left a lasting impression. Mostly, I'll remember the love and natural goodness manifest in his and Silvia's devotion to eachother and to their family, friends and community. Please know that I will remember you all in my prayers during this difficult time.

I followed his carear with pride . God bless s. ofiara

Sylvia, my deepest condolences for a great man!

Russ Tonkin MD

Dear Sylvia and family,
I am sorry to hear about Fran's death and I will continue to remember you all in my prayer. May his good and full life be rewarded with God's eternal peace!