Leo J. CHAPUT

1927 - 2015

CHAPUT, Leo J. ('Pastor Leo'), 88, was surrounded by love and gratitude as he began his eternal 'road-trip' home with his friend Jesus on September 20, 2015. He was born on August 26, 1927 in Moosup, Connecticut. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Reverend Fumihi Chaput; his parents, Marie and Joseph Chaput; and his five siblings: Bertha, Rita, Francis, Lucille and Connie. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Jesse and Terry Nichols; daughter and son-in-law, Reta Nichols and David Holt; son and girlfriend, Samuel Chaput and Andrea Davis; daughter, Elizabeth Chaput; daughter and son-in-law, Kathleen and Ray Malo; daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Andre Pounds; ten grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and a large spiritual family. He was a Veteran of the Korean War and a hard-worker for his family and employers. 'Pastor Leo', as he became known, loved his computer, road-trips and ocean-fishing; and was a fisher of men as an ordained minister since 1961. He was an author, teacher, mentor and missionary who served people as a pastor for 50 years with the help of his wife. He was grateful for many friendships and opportunities to sow his gratitude for God's abundant and abiding love. In all, Pastor Leo was a dedicated servant to God and became so much to so many. He and his wife are deeply missed and cherished. A celebration of Reverend Leo Joseph Chaput's life will be held on Thursday, September 24, 2015 at Christ Church, 16 Town Line Road - Bldg. H, Wolcott, CT 06716. Calling hours are 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. followed by a service from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Visit www.woodtickmemorial.com to view the full obituary and express notes of comfort to the family for their keepsake purposes. Any memorial donations may be made in memory of 'Pastor Leo' to Christ Church, 16 Town Line Road - Bldg. H, Wolcott CT 06716, toward their community outreach programs. Thank you.