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Norman C. Leigh

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Braintree High School B.M.C. Durfee High School Tufts University

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Braintree, Massachusetts

Norman Leigh Obituary

LEIGH, Norman C., M.D. Of Braintree Jan. 7, 2009 the beloved husband of June R. (Richard) Leigh to whom he had been married for 54 years. Loving brother of Attorny Harold Leigh of South Pasadena, FL, brother of the late Dr. Kenneth E. Leigh & Dr. Elmer Leigh. Dr. Norman Leigh is also survived by many nieces & nephews. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Church of St. Clare, 1244 Liberty St., Braintree Highlands Wednesday, Jan. 14 at 10 AM. Burial will follow at the Mass National Cemetary Bourne with committal prayers at 12:30 PM. It is suggested that those attending Dr. Leigh's Funeral go directly to the Church on the morning of the funeral Mass. Memorial donations in memory of Dr. Leigh may be sent to the Braintree Permanent Scholarship Fund, c/o The Registration Office at Braintree High School, 128 Town St., Braintree MA 02184. Dr. Leigh had established a scholarship there in the past for the benefit of students He was a graduate of Tufts University & Tufts medical School. Dr. Leigh practiced Pediatrics in Braintree for 31 years prior to his retirement. He served in the US Navy SeaBees during W II. He was a past president of St. Margaret's Hospital Dorchester & was a 50 year member of the Norfolk South District Medical Society. Arrangements by the Mortimer N. Peck-Russell Peck Funeral Home, 516 Washington St. BRAINTREE.

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Published by Boston Globe on Jan. 11, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Norman Leigh

26 Entries

Carole(daughter of Dr. Elmer Leigh) Meg and Chris Hopley

December 26, 2009

Dear Aunt June, I think of you often and am saddened of Uncle Norman's passing. He was such a support for me over the years. I still remember eating the huge dinner at the restaurant you both took me to and then threw up all over the parking lot outside!! He couldn't believe kid's could eat so much. (a Leigh at least!)I also remember him piercing my ears and those of my two roommates from nursing school. They came out great!!! I will always remember his kindness and valuable guidance over the years and how you were both so wonderful to Dad when mom passed away. He loved to joke with Dad..You will both have a special place in our hearts forever.

BRADFORD LEIGH

January 23, 2009

AUNT JUNE,We were so sorry to hear of uncle normans passing ,he was one of a kind. he wil be missed by all that knew him.
love BRAD & LOUISE
LEIGH

Laura Cleary

January 20, 2009

Mrs. Leigh,
Your husband took great care of both my kids, Linda & Larry until his retirement. We have a good laugh when we talk about some of our trips to his office and conversations with my son when he was younger. We wish you the same comfort your husband gave us for many years.
Bless You,
The Cleary Family(Holbrook)Abington

Ellen Barry

January 19, 2009

I was sorry to hear of Dr. Leigh's passing. He was a very caring person; you just knew he loved his little patients. All six Barrys met him at St. Margaret's Hospital and continued seeing him through high school or until he retired. He will not be forgotten. May your memories comfort you and time allow for peace. God bless you. Ellen Barry

Tom Plummer

January 18, 2009

Dr. Leigh was the Plummer family pediatrician from 1962 until his retirement. He was a caring man and a very dedicated doctor. He often times went out of his way to help my parents and their six children. He made the occasional house call when a sick child would not other wise be able to make it into his office. He made many trips into Boston to visit my sister when she was born premature and help my parents to get through this very tough time. He made sure I remembered three little words, "no thank you".

To June and the rest of his family, Dr. Leigh holds a very special place in the hearts of the entire Plummer family and will always be remembered. We hope you will be comforted in your lose knowing how loved he was and knowing he is now at peace.

Thank you Dr. Leigh

The Plummer family

Richard Leigh

January 17, 2009

Dear Aunt June,
I am so sad to hear that one my favorite Uncles has passed away, recently. I know that you are feeling the incredible loss of your husband and friend, and I can never know how painful that it must be for you. My love for you and Uncle Norman is and has always been very near and dear to my heart. Family is so important to me and to my immediate family. I love you and will keep you close to my heart and soul during these very difficult times for all of our families.
With all my love,
Dickie

Douglas Leigh

January 17, 2009

Dear Aunt June,

My second entry with my words spelled correctly. I was remembering the days of having food from the China Royal when you both would visit. Norman and my dads friends playing craps off my shoes, he was the big winner. The sweet smell of his pipe smoke. Being introduced to the Boston Patriots as a team to root for (games were on channel 4 and we did not get it). Dad being a Giants fan. The only prson my dad would but good scotch for.

We all have a lot of fond memmories of you and Norman. We were never his best patients but he was the best doctor and the one mom and dad had the utmost trust in. I see some of his patients from time to time as I always ask if they know him if they are from Braintree. Nothing but great reviews.

He is part of a great success story where 4 boys from a working class family go on to do well. I am happy for the time you had together and sad for your loss.

With love from me, Jo-Ann, Bryan and Tim. We will miss him.

There will 'never be another'.

Love Doug

Douglas Leih

January 16, 2009

Dear Aunt June,
Very sad to hear of Uncle Normas passing. It was only the other day I was thinking about you and him and how we have lost touch.

I wish Jo-Ann and I knew as we would have seen you at the service. She and the boys will be sad to hear the news.

Love Doug

David Leigh

January 16, 2009

Dear Aunt June,
I am so saddened to learn of Uncle Norman's passing. What a treasure he was. I can still hear my dad(Dr. Elmer Leigh, his brother) announcing his arrival to our house,"there'll never be another." How true. He was one of a kind. I will miss him dearly. May he rest in peace. God bless Norman and you.

David Leigh
Fort Myers, FL

Nancy Leigh

January 16, 2009

Dear Aunt June,
I was saddened to hear about Uncle Normans passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I am sure Uncle Norman, Uncle Elmer and dad are all together looking upon us.....smiling...and telling a few jokes.
Fondly,
Nancy
(Dr.Kenneth E.Leigh's youngest daughter)

Katharine Leigh

January 16, 2009

Dear Aunt June;
Through the family grapevine, I just received the sad news about Uncle Norm's passing and funeral. I wish I had been able to attend and be with you. Uncle Norm was a real patriarch, as little brother to my Dad and the one my Dad most admired. I certainly have my boat load of good memories, from shots in the kitchn after we had hotdogs, to piercing my ears at 20 and having to get Dad's permissin to use Norm's new piercing gun! I adored my special uncle and will always keep him in my heart, with you alongside. I'll call to visit soon. All my love, Kathy

Mary (Tosone) Keough

January 15, 2009

Mrs. Leigh,
Your husband was an amazing man, and his funeral service very moving yesterday morning. Last year, when my mother passed away, you both graciously came to bid her farewell. My younger brother noted at that time that Dr. Leigh was the "most quoted professional in the Tosone household". My parents upheld him and you in thier utmost esteem. May he rest in peace. God Bless you.

Lynn McCarthy

January 14, 2009

June,

Our family is so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We are here if you need anything.

Lynn & John McCarthy and Family

Jim, Terri & the 7 k's Long

January 13, 2009

Dr. Leigh cared for our 7 children until his retirement. I'll always remember after having 5 girls how he came in on his day off when our 6th child a boy was born - just to check him out! So caring - heaven now has another angel to watch over the little ones. He will always have a special place in our hearts.

Mary Dennehy

January 13, 2009

Dr. Leigh was our five children's pediatrican during the 60's & 70's. He was always there when you needed him. Dr. Leigh was one of Braintree's greatest treasures. May he rest in peace.
Mary & Jack Dennehy

Mike Casey

January 13, 2009

Dr. Leigh,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Naval Construction Battalions in the Pacific during WW II. The Seabees were some of the unsung heroes of WW II-they built advanced bases, air fields, and improved naval anchorages and when they had to, were ready to put down their tools and pick up their weapons and fight. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Seabees-Can Do!

Marilyn Eaves

January 12, 2009

June,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Leigh. I will always be grateful for the care he gave my six children. It was very comforting to have such a thoughtful and dedicated man to care for my children while always reassuring my peace of mind. I think of him fondly and are thinking of you at this difficult time.

Donna (Moakley) Satkus

January 12, 2009

My family is very sorry for your loss. My children went to Dr. Leigh for many years and we talk of him often. He was a great inspiration to one and all.

Happy Wilkinson- Jacobs

January 12, 2009

Dear June,
Doc Leigh was a kind and gentle man who will be missed by all. May you find comfort in knowing how loved he was. You are in our thoughts and prayers

Ruth Powell

January 12, 2009

Dear June: I always considered Chet among my favorite people. My love and sympathy go out to you at this difficult time. May he rest among the angels. Ruth Powell

Rita Todd

January 12, 2009

My children were one of Dr Leigh's first patients My grandchildre went to him also. He was a super doctor. My condolences.

Steve DEThomaso

January 12, 2009

Dr. Leigh was my and my familys doctor in the 60s - 80s, he was also my neighbor when I lived in Braintree Highlands(Wampatuck Road), I am so sorry for your loss, he was a very nice man,I will pray for him

Megan (Doyle) Forti

January 12, 2009

Dear Mrs Leigh,

Dr Leigh was my pediatrician, I must say I don't think I ever minded a shot, finger prick or anything while in his care. What a gift he had!! I wish he had still been practicing when my son was born. Our prayers are with you now. He will watch over you with the same care. God Bless.

Donald Tardiff

January 12, 2009

Dr. Norman Chester Leigh, dear friend and colleague; Rest in Peace. We will miss you.
Lyn & Don Tardiff

MIKE CAVANAUGH

January 11, 2009

DEAR JUNE - OUR FAMILY WILL ALWAYS BE INDEBTED TO YOUR HUSBAND FOR THE GREAT CARE HE GAVE OUR CHILDREN AS THEIR PEDIATRICIAN. WE ALWAYS RELIED ON HIS EXPERTISE AND GOOD JUDGMENT. PLEASE BE ASSURED OF OUR PRAYERS.
GOD BLESS
DEACON MIKE AND CLAIRE CAVANAUGH

Dianne Glennon

January 11, 2009

My sister and I both went to Dr. Leigh when we were children, several decades ago! We have very fond memories of him as a wonderful doctor.

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