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Robert R. Leavitt
1945 - 2010
Robert R. Leavitt
1945 - 2010
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BORN
1945
DIED
2010
Robert Leavitt Obituary
Bob was born in Meriden to the late Arthur and Helen (Brenner) Leavitt.
A biology teacher, he had been employed by the Stafford School System for 12 years, was a site manager for the New Britain Youth Museum at Hungerford Park for 8 years and had just recently retired from the Maritime Program at the Klingberg Family Center in New Britain. He was also a member of the former New Britain Camera Club.
Bob was a master gardener, enjoying the outdoors which also included his love of nature to becoming an avid photographer.
A devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle, in addition to his wife, Lynn, he will be greatly missed by his children and their families: James S. Pollock and his significant other Kim Marie of New Britain and their son Joseph, Michael A. Pollock of New Britain and his sons; Christopher, Michael and Jacob, a daughter, Tamara 'Tammy' Sowa of Colorado and her sons Michael and Brock, a brother Donald Leavitt and his wife, Marilyn of CA, 10 nieces and nephews and his loyal dog, Chelsey. He will also be missed by his mother-in-law: Margaret Turcotte of Kensington, sister-in-law: Gale Fogarty and her husband Bill of Old Saybrook and brother-in-law Bruce Turcotte and his wife Lynne of Wisconsin. He was also predeceased by a brother, Richard Leavitt.
Visitation hours will be Wednesday, May 12, 2010 from 5-7pm at the New Britain Memorial Donald D. Sagarino Funeral Home, 444 Farmington Ave., New Britain. (directions: I-84, right of exit #37, 1 ½ miles on right). A Service to Celebrate Bob's Life will be held at 6:30pm the same evening. There are no burial services at this time. Please visit www.newbritainsagarino.com for a complete obituary or to express a condolence or share a memory of Bob.
Memorial donations may be made to: American Diabetes Assoc.306 Industrial Park Road #105, Middletown, CT 06457 or Emphysema Assoc.128 East Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Lynn Leavitt
June 9, 2010
I love you, baby. I miss you so much. Tammy is getting married Friday. I know how you so looked forward to this. You will be with me I know. This life without you is so empty. I miss you so much.
Neva & Bill Deutsch
May 15, 2010
Lynn,
We are so sorry to hear about Bob. I just saw this today. We would have been at the service had we known. You have our deepest sympathy. Let good memories keep you strong, one day at a time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Turcotte
May 13, 2010
I hate that we've been away so long and I haven't gotten to see Uncle Bob in recent years. Some of my absolute favorite childhood memories are hanging out with all of you guys on the boat, or wherever we all were. It makes me sad I won't get to catch up with him next time I visit. He was a great guy. Dad loves to tell stories about "Leavitt," and they never fail to amuse. He'll be missed.
Michelle
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May 13, 2010
Lynn,
My sincere condolences goes out to you and your family at this very sad time.
Jane Franczak
Gloria Lagosz
May 13, 2010
Oh Lynn, I was so sorry to learn about Bob's passing. I have such fond memories of working with Bob at the Nature Center, he was such a sweet guy. I often thought of Bob through the years, as he created the beautiful little garden around the front of my house that I still lovingly tend to. How lucky I am to have such a living tribute to Bob's ability as a master gardener and an avid nature lover. I am sorry I did not learn about Bob soon enough to attend his service, but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. The photo tribute to Bob was very beautiful.
Megan Leavitt
May 13, 2010
Uncle Robbie - you will be missed dearly. Aunt Lynn my thoughts and prayers are with you as well as you Dad. He was a great person, loved the outdoors and taught me a lot. You and he both were a wonderful couple and loved eachother dearly, that was very apparent. I love you Lynn, take care please
Carol Rocha
May 12, 2010
Lynn, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. One day at a time. Cherish the precious memories, they keep you going.
I received this when Donald died and I had it read at his funeral
" Death is nothing at all. I have only slipped away into the next room. I am I. and
you are you. Whatever we were to each other, that we still are. Call me by my old
familiar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Put no difference in your tone, wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Play, smile, think of me, pray for me. Let my name be ever the household word that it always was, let it be spoken without effect, without the trace of a shadow on it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was: there is unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just round the corner. All is well. "
Henry Scott Holland 1847-1918 Canon of St Paul's Cathedral.
Michael Deutsch
May 12, 2010
He was someone i remember going to the house sitting in his lap eating a sandwhich while he smoked his pipe. My grandfather was a great man. always loved nature, and did his best to serve the world. You we always be deep in my heart grandpa. Love you always
Mikey
Tammy Sowa
May 12, 2010
I am going to miss him so much. I didn't get to see him all that often, but I always knew he was there if I needed him. I love you dad, Tammy
Christina Gibson
May 11, 2010
I wish to offer my sympathy and prayers for the family. I remember I took the AU kids to the nature center years ago when Bob worked there and he was so kind to them. I didn't know that Lynn was his wife! He was a great man. I am so sorry for your loss. Christina Gibson (Waterbury)
May 11, 2010
Bob and I were best friends growing up in Meriden and we lost touch after I joined the Air Force. Bob was very special and I deeply regret not contacting him over these past years! I am deeply saddened. I would like to offer his Family my condolences. Raymond Gutman (Plantsville, Ct.).
George Wheeler
May 11, 2010
Lynn, please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your husband. I am very sad to hear of Bob's passing. Some of my best memories growing up were at your house. You and Bob always treated me as one of your own.
Robin Arenberg
May 11, 2010
A Man for all seasons. A man of nature. A great teacher,photographer and cook,(everybody loved his wings). The go to guy for questions about animals,birds,bugs and plants. He loved a good campfire. Someone who could take a joke and good natured ribbing.
We all enjoyed his company and we will miss hime.
Gale Fogarty
May 11, 2010
"Most people don't know the story of how you and Bob met. On how you and mom, on the way to the movies, went to a tropical fish store in Meriden to buy me a fish and met this cute guy there and decided he would be just right for me. Well, as it turned out, he was just right for you!! We've had a long, fun and interesting life with "Weird Beard" as we used to call him, and I enjoyed all the fun things we did together. Bob was everyone's teacher with his patience and kindness. We always turned to him to tell us the name of an animal or a flower, or anything else science related. If he didn't know it off the top of his head, which he usually always did, he would find the answer for you. He helped my boys become the science and nature lovers they are now.
We will miss him tremendously." Sister Gale
May 11, 2010
Lynn please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss. You and yours will be in my prayers. Donna's sister Joyce Clodfelter
Sue Holt
May 11, 2010
Dearest Lynn, I have such great memories of all the fun stuff Rob & I did growing up together. Later on I met you,and I knew there would never be a dull moment in Rob's life! I pray all the happy times you shared will always be the most comforting moments each and every day. Love you, Sue
Diann Caruso
May 11, 2010
I was deeply saddened by the news about the death of Bob. I am so very sorry. This must be very difficult for you. Please remember that you are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Dee Dee (Donnas niece)
Kathy Alsop
May 11, 2010
Some of the strongest memories I have, besides the Muster, is of camping on Selden's Isle. The gang would be pulling our usual stunts, and Bob would disappear. We'd always find him down on the beach, with or without the kids, digging in the sand and creating and sculpting those wonderful castles, or miniature jurassic parks. He was so creative, and a just a delightful person. I'm glad I knew him.
Love, Kathy
Kathy Witkowski
May 11, 2010
Bob was my mentor at Stafford High School. As a new teacher, I looked up to and admired the rapport Bob had with his students and his love of teaching. He inspired me to be the best teacher I could be. I can still see Bob sitting at his desk, smoking his pipe and working on some new lesson. He would never hesitate to stop and help anyone with a problem or a question that needed answering. In my mind, Bob left a real positive mark in this world. Kathy Witkowski
Kathy LeBrun
May 10, 2010
Cousin Lynn, I first met Bob at Bruces going into the service party in 1973?
Anyway, there he was in a confederate (?) army uniform making everyone laugh
and winning your heart. I remember thinking this guy is way too silly for Lynn.
IMAGINE THAT! Was I wrong! He was a good man and you made him happy.
Soon the pain will allow all of the good memories to be enjoyed but in the meantime you have your coocoo family by your side. Love Kathy
Reeni
May 10, 2010
Maureen Snow
May 10, 2010
Lynn, you are one of the best people I've known in my life, you shouldn't be dealt this heartache. My solace is knowing everyone feels the same about you so you will be surrounded by love and support. Bob is (you know me, I won't say 'was') a kind and gentle spirit who worked his magic with plants and animals. He will have the best botanical gardens in heaven! - Love you, Reeni
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