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ROBERT LEONARD Obituary

LEONARD, Robert J. 79, of Brockton, Oct. 7, 2013, raised in Revere; beloved husband of Jeanette (Chiarella) Leonard for 57 years; loving father of Robert J. Leonard (& Shari) of Florida, Michael J. Leonard of Brockton & the late James M. Leonard; devoted grandfather of Brian, Leah, Jaime, Kimberly, Marissa, Ryan & Matthew; brother of Charles Leonard (& Patricia) of Wakefield & the late Rita Rodgers (& James of Saugus); dear uncle & cousin of many. All are welcome to calling hours Thursday 4-8 p.m. in Waitt Funeral Chapel at Waitt Funeral Home, 850 North Main St., BROCKTON; his funeral on Friday at 9 a.m. from Waitt Funeral Home & Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Michael Church, Avon. Private cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, his family prefers memorial gifts to Brockton VNA, 500 Belmont St., Brockton MA 02301 or your favorite charity. Visit www.waittfuneralhome.com for obituary or call 508-583-7272.

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 8 to Oct. 9, 2013.

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April 7, 2014

To the entire Leonard family, Just found out about Bob's passing a week ago, what a loss to the world. He was the salt of the earth. Rest in peace Bob. With fond memories. Sincerely Denise Spaziano at Collins Optical

Angelo & Yolanda DiTavi

October 10, 2013

Most of the 22 years I worked in Brockton as an optician, I had the pleasure of knowing Bob as a business aquaintance, but more than that a good friend. He was always there when I needed him. After retiring last year I had no contact with Bob, but was making plans to someday getting in touch with him very soon, I guess that won't be happening. To his wife and family, please accept our sympathies for your loss, and may god bless you thru this very difficult time. Bob will surely be missed.

October 10, 2013

Jeanette and Family
I am so sorry we cannot be with you. Bob was a super person, quiet and gentle. We will always remember all the great times our families shared. He was truly an example of a strong family man and what a gentleman should be. All my prayers and sympathy.
Cousin Mary Ann & Louis Grady

Stephanie DiStasio

October 10, 2013

Jeannette and family
So sorry for your loss. Bob was a true gentleman. We looked forward to seeing him at the office and hearing his stories of your beautiful family. He was so proud of all of you. He always had a twinkle in his eye and a smile. He will be so missed.
The office of Dr. Scott B. Clark

Nancy LoConte

October 10, 2013

Dear Jeanette and family, our deepest sympathy for your loss. May god keep you in his prayers. Love the LaPia and LoConte Family. Vera, Ricky, Nancy.

October 9, 2013

Dear Jeanette and family,
You and Bob are two wonderful people and if their were more in the world like you it would be a much better place. God bless the family . cousin Ron Titelbaum

Lynn Loring-Bartlett

October 9, 2013

Dear Jeanette and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Bob. He truly was a gentle soul. Jon Drive has lost many wonderful neighbors over the last few years. My heartfelt sympathy to you all. May he rest in Eternal Peace.
In deepest sympathy,
Lynn Loring-Bartlett.

Daryll Whitehurst

October 9, 2013

God Bless Bob
Jeanette and family, my deepest sympathies. He was truly a wonderful man, just one of a kind and a joy to know. He will never be forgotten.

October 9, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to Jeanette & family. We have lost a dear,dear friend! We will miss Bob greatly, but he will always be in our hearts. Dr.Olson, Linda & Kristin

October 9, 2013

Bob...it is like yesterday when we shared so much as a friend at St .Nicholas. ....you were a wonderful friend and a real role model for your family and all others...may you rest in peace....Paul and Mary Maxwell

Walter Darragh

October 9, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Leonard. I enjoyed reminiscing with him 5 months ago about the good old days in Brookfield. Mr. Leonard was one of the nicest people I have ever met in my lifetime. God Bless Mr. Leonard.

Steve Lewis

October 9, 2013

To Bob's Family,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I've known Bob most of my life and had the pleasure of being teammates with him on several occasions. He was always ready with a smile or a kind word. He will be missed but will always hold a special place in our hearts.

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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850 North Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301

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Funeral Mass

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Avon, MA

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