Leonard Yurof

YUROF Leonard Yurof, age 86, of Shelton, entered into rest on Sunday, April 6, 2012, at CT Hospice in Branford. He was the beloved husband of the late Arline (Cole) Yurof. Leonard was born in Shenandoah, PA on March 25,1926, son of the late Joseph and Mary Yurof, and was raised in the west end of Bridgeport. He graduated from Bassick HS and enlisted in the Army Air Corps where he became a radio operator in a B-17. Leonard flew missions over Germany, Europe, and North Africa before being honorably discharged in 1946. He attended Bullard Havens to be trained in carpentry, and worked for various companies before finally becoming a maintenance carpenter for 25 years at Warnaco. Finally Leonard worked part-time for 13 years at Fairway Acres in Monroe after his retirement. He enjoyed bowling for Holy Name, and loved golfing, fishing, boating, clamming, and water skiing with his family and friends. He is the beloved father of Richard Yurof, and, in addition to his wife, was predeceased by two brothers, Albert and Joseph Yurof, and a sister, Mary Kustan. The Riverview Funeral Home, 390 River Rd, Shelton, has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. Graveside service with full military honors at Riverside Cemetery will be private. Offer condolences online at www.riverviewfh.com. Please send memorial contributions to CT Hospice 100 Double Beach Road Branford, CT 06405