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Michael LEINER Obituary
LEINER, Michael
Michael Leiner, 61 of Bolton, loving husband for 24 years of Sharon (Wandzy) Leiner, died at home Wednesday (January 11, 2012) with his family by his side after a battle with cancer. Mike was born in Hartford on March 26, 1950 to the late Carl F. and Catherine (Kurys) Leiner and was a lifelong Bolton resident. He served in the US Navy on the USS Luce (DLG-7) during the Vietnam Era and has been a computer programmer for CIGNA Insurance. Mike was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a communicant of St. Maurice Church in Bolton. With his wife he is survived by his loving daughter, Stephanie Leiner; three sisters and their spouses, Carol and James Schraffenberger, Diane Leiner and Charles Eykyn, Audrey and Robert DeBlasio; and his brother, Andrew Leiner. Besides his parents Mike was predeceased by a sister and a brother, Kathleen and John.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, Jan. 14, at 10 a.m. at St. Maurice Church, 32 Hebron Road, Bolton. (All go directly to the church). Burial with military honors will follow in Bolton Center Cemetery. Visiting hours are Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Watkins Funeral Home, 142 East Center Street, Manchester. Memorial contributions may be made to Care and Share, c/o St. Maurice Church. To leave a condolence, please visit www. holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com.
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Lynn Sollars
June 28, 2012
I just signed up for facebook and was looking to see if you were there when I read about Michael. I am so sorry.
John Isner
January 30, 2012
One of the best uncles and person that anyone could ask for in their loves. He will truly be missed and loved forever. Aunt Sharon and Stephanie, remember we are always just a phone call away.
Edward Edgar
January 21, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Valerie Postell
January 14, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss and I offer my senciere condolences to Sharon and Stephanie during this time.
Evelyn, Caitlin & Rick O'Connor
January 14, 2012
Sharon, Stephanie, as well as Michael's entire family. There are no words that can soothe your pain. He is now at peace with our Lord. I always respected him and his commitment to God and his family. May you find comfort in his legacy. Call if you need "anything". Much love and sympathy. Your friend.
January 13, 2012
I was so sad to hear of Michael's passing. My prayers go out to his family.
He was a good man and this world will miss his positive spirit.
Fred Audette
Janet Grace
January 12, 2012
Sharon and Stephanie,
We are saddened to learn of your husband/fathers passing. Our deepest sympathy.
Your friends at Instructors of the Handicapped
Chris Carpenter
January 12, 2012
We are saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Our sincerest condolences to Sharon and Stephanie.
Chris, Rich, Jen & Emily Carpenter
January 12, 2012
I am truly sorry for your lost. In your time of bereavement, know that God assures us that we will see our loved ones again. I'm sure that with the help of our loving Heavenly Father, your family, and friends you will be able to endure this trial. May your memories give you comfort.
Gates, GA
Holmes Funeral Home - Manchester
January 12, 2012
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
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