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Leonard Parracino Obituary
Born in Hartford on Dec. 12, 1942, he was the son of the late Leonard and Lorena (Barnett) Parracino. Len was proud to be a South End boy. He graduated from Bulkeley High School, Morse School of Business, and attended the Hartford Conservatory of Music. He served with the Army National Guard in the marching band. He was a successful entrepreneur, being a life insurance agent, playing in a trio, owning a tuxedo shop in Wethersfield and a drum and guitar shop in Manchester. During his retirement, he followed his passion of competitive sports through the Andover Sportsman Club. Through the Sportsman Club, he organized fundraising events for the Wounded Warriors, Andover Ambulance, and the Andover Food Pantry.
Len leaves behind the best things in life and his true joy, his family. In addition to his loving wife, Sue, Len is survived by his sons, Lenny and friend, Brandi, of California and Dean, and his wife, Lynette, of Tolland; his daughter, Leah Parracino of East Hartford; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. In addition, he leaves behind his stepchildren, Christopher Terry, and his wife, Diane, Thomas Terry, and his wife, Jill, Jennifer Bandy, and her husband, Chris; and seven special grandchildren who all adored him.
Len's family wishes to thank Dr. Danny Korkmaz, Dr. Ivelisse Viruet, and the staff of Visiting Nurse Association Hospice, especially nurses Sharon and Dorothy.
The funeral service will be Saturday, Jan.18, at 11:30 a.m. at the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Blvd., Wethersfield. Burial will be private.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, Jan. 17, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Len's memory may be made to the Andover Food Pantry. Checks should be made payable to the First Congregational Church, P.O. Box 55, 359 Route 6, Andover, CT 06232. Please reference the Andover Food Pantry in the memo line of the check.
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Memories and Condolences
for Leonard Parracino
Steve
August 30, 2014
Way back in our 'live band' day's, myself and other friends often stopped in at Lenny's music store "Caspar Music" on Hartford Rd. Manchester. He always gave us great deals and I remember his music trio, 'VOLUME 3' from the early/mid 70's as another friend of mine was the keyboardist. My condolences to his family. Just remember, He is not gone...just away...
Lenny Parracino
January 17, 2014
Dad,
As I said many times, you are my hero. You waited for me, spoke to me, held my hand and took your last breath with me. I will never forget our time, what I promised you and in some way live life for you. Dad, you are my hero. I love you, Lenny
January 17, 2014
Sue,we are thinking of you and your family. Our condolence. --- johnny
Dean Parracino
January 17, 2014
Dad,
I miss you already. You were a great dad, you were always there for us. I'll miss the talks we had and the time we spent on the range. You were taken from all of us too soon. I love you Dad, your son Dean
Brian Coughlin
January 16, 2014
My condolences to the entire family. He was a great man and he will be missed.
Carolyn DeMeola
January 16, 2014
To My sons Lenny & Dean and his Wife Sue and family. Iam so sorry for the loss of your Dad and Husband. He was a great man.God Bless him and watch over him. Love, Mom
Tara DaSilva
January 16, 2014
To the Parracino Family-Im so sorry for the loss of your father. He was a great man and I have alot of great memories growing up and always remembering how talented and gifted he was and always helping others. May he rest in peace.
Tara- xo
January 16, 2014
A leader. An organizer. Tireless worker. A giving person and true friend. We will miss you Len. God Bless.
Jack and Pat McLaughlin
Bob Fitzgibbon
January 16, 2014
I grew up with Lenny in Forster Heights. Went to school with him and later we played in the Army band together. I have so many great memories of Lenny and his family. He and his family will be in my prayers.
jack nericcio
January 16, 2014
Leanardo, you were a great cousin. We shared many great memories. I will cherish those memories forever.
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D'Esopo Funeral Chapel277 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield, CT 06109
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