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Leo King Obituary
In Lowell, November 5, 2011, at D'Youville Senior Care, Leo F. King, Jr. of Lowell. At his request, there will be no calling hours. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass to be celebrated Wednesday morning at ST. FRANCIS CHURCH in DRACUT at 10 o'clock. Committal services will be private. Those wishing may make contributions in his memory to the Leo F. King Scholarship Fund, UMass Lowell, One University Ave., Southwick Hall 250, Lowell, MA 01854 or to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.
E-condolences/directions at odonnellfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by the O'DONNELL FUNERAL HOME -- LOWELL -- (978 or 866) 458-8768.
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Memories and Condolences
for Leo King
Francis McCarthy
November 1, 2023
Dean King, a wonderful friend of my father and a great Dean to me. May he always be remembered!
Chuck Roscow
January 30, 2012
Dean King gave me my first shot a real responsibility by appointing me to a few committees while at Univ. Lowell in 1980. I will never forget the lessons learned under his direction. I loved this man. Much of what I am today is due to his inspiration.
Richard J. Sheehan
January 22, 2012
Glad I knew you. Will miss your intellectual help.
Jeffrey Trotter
November 9, 2011
Thank YOU Dean King for all the help and inspiration you provided to me during my years at U Lowell. In 1981 when no one would give me the time of day, you did! I asked your secretary for 5-minutes with you to explain a problem and you gave me an hour! You extended a helping hand and you held me accountable... I thank God for you! You made an impact on my life and that impact is still reaching out today. As I did loss touch with you and many others from U Lowell since then, I just want you (your family) to know, your energy was not wasted... I did finally graduate from the University of Florida with a degree in the subject you went to "bat" for me over.... I wish you were here so I could give you a big hug and see you one last time to thank you... May the Lord Bless your family as they continue on with fond and loving memories of you... Until we meet again.... With Wonderful Thoughts and Memories, Jeff Trotter (St. Petersburg, FL/Brookline, NH)
Dave Shanteler
November 9, 2011
My sympathies go out to Dean King's family during this very sad time. During my time at UMass Lowell, he helped me personally on many levels as I know he did for many of the students. All he asked for in return was that we apply those lessons learned in our future endeavors and treat others the way he treated us, which was with respect and compassion. Although I thanked him numerous times for his guidance and help, it was never enough. He will be missed by many, but his impact on my life and his legacy lives on.
Francis Shea, jr.
November 9, 2011
I was saddened to learn of the passing of Dean Leo King. He was such a great man for ULowell who was an inspiration and guiding force for those students who worked for him and the University at large.
He taught me some very valuable lessons about leadership with compassion, and how to get the job done. His infectious good nature and humor was unique among administrators and made him approachable and memorable.
He will be missed and my condolences to his family & friends.
Judy & Sal Lupo
November 8, 2011
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies to Dr. King and family in the loss of Leo. He was a wonderful man and will be missed.
Sal & Judy (Wood) Lupo
Tracy Moore
November 8, 2011
My sincerest condolences to Dean King's family.
Alex McKinnon
November 8, 2011
Dean King was a friend and helped guide me through college during a chaotic time of my life. I would'nt have graduated if it wasn't for his help and advice. I kept in touch with him over the years and visited his house in Lowell when I was in town and we shared a scotch. He also visited my house and met a number of my family who shared my admiration of him. I will miss him and want to pass on my condolences to his family....."
Helene Demetroulakos
November 7, 2011
It is with great sadness I heard of Dean King's passing. I was fortunate to have gotten to know him during my years at U Lowell. He was a friend and advisor to countless students. My condolences to Dr. King and to the rest of his family. Helene Demetroulakos Nichols U Lowell Class of 1985
Dennis Boland
November 7, 2011
My sympathies to the Dr.Denis King familys...I was a Housekeeper In Fox Hall ,where Dean King office was on the 4th floor....Near the superviors office where I punch in....I always say Hi to mr King...He never,never forget names.....I was very fortunate to know that man....Now that Im retired ,,He will alway have a place in my Heart....Our Umass of Lowell will never forget our Dean......
Chuck Tewell
November 7, 2011
Dean King was a blessing for me during my time at UML. He was a friend who guided me after my father passed away and a mentor who helped me find my calling. He was a true gentleman and professional. I, like may others, was fortunate to have met him. My sympathies to the King family.
November 7, 2011
One great teacher at CHS! So sorry for the family's loss. Rich Osberg, CHS66.
Jim Morrison
November 7, 2011
Dean King was always ready with a joke or piece of advice whenever I saw him. Were it not for his kindness and intervention on my behalf, I wouldn't have graduated on time. More than 20 years later, I cannot think of him without smiling.
Frank McCarthy
November 7, 2011
Dean King was a key contributor to my decision to attend Lowell Tech in 1966 and an even bigger factor to my sticking it out to graduation in 1970. A real hero to thousands of students. He was a special man and Dean. May he rest in the peace and the presence of God.
Rajan Verma
November 7, 2011
Leo was my Dean of Students at Lowell Tech and we shared some interesting times,just want to pay my condolences to the family especially Dr.King.Doc this is Rajan Verma from Bombay and Longmeadow Golf Club.
Tom Winston
November 7, 2011
To the King Family
I wanted to send along my deepest sympathies to your entire family.
I met Dean King during my orientation visit to the University of Lowell in May of 1987 and over the course of the next 5 years he became an adviser, a confidant, a mentor, and a friend. Simply stated, he changed my life and I would not be where I am today without the teaching, guidance, and friendship he gave to me.
Tom Winston, UML Class of 1992
Arnie Mejías
November 7, 2011
Dear King family,
As you already know, Dean King was very well liked and admired by the UML community. He was gracious and humorous... we are better for having known Dean King. I offer my sincere condolences.
Arnie Mejías, UML '95
Rich Hubert
November 7, 2011
Rest in peace Dean King, you are one hell of a guy that everyone who knew you will miss.
Bob & Judy Blazon
November 7, 2011
Dr. King, We want to send our deppest condolences to you and your Family. May you find comfort in the Happy Memories you all have shared.
November 7, 2011
To Dean King's family -
I am so sorry to have learned of Leo King's passing. I attended University of Lowell in the mid-80's and Dean King was someone I both admired and considered a friend. He shaped that university as well as many individuals there - what a tremendous gift it was to know him.
With deep sadness,
- Chris (Arangio) Vasiliadis, ULowell Class of '87
Dan Girard
November 7, 2011
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Dean King was one of my favorite people at the college and will be deeply missed.
Jake Burke
November 7, 2011
I lost a true friend in Leo's passing and it is highly doubtful I would have amounted to much of anything if not for his influence and guidance. Love you very much Leo
Jake
November 7, 2011
DEAR DR KING & FAMILY,
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THE LOSS OF LEO. HE WAS SUCH A NICE MAN AND RESIDENT...YOU WILL BE MISSED COMING IN AND CHATTING......
S/A & B UNITS @ D'YOUVILLE SENIOR CARE
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