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Leslie Wilcox Obituary
Leslie Wilcox, Jr., 89, formerly of Higganum, husband of the late Jane (Saunders) Wilcox, died Sunday, November 2, 2025. Born on May 21, 1936 in Trescott, ME, son of the late Leslie and Annie (Tinker) Wilcox, Sr. Leslie was a veteran serving with the US Marines Corps. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a Lead Forensic Treatment Specialist at Whiting Forensic Institute. Leslie is survived by his son David Wilcox of Higganum, daughters, Ann Shinn of Queen Creek, AZ, Pamela Wilcox-Dapkus of Portland, CT and Mary Marino of Portland, CT; six grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren also several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Jane, brothers, Carlton, Clarence, Lewis, Richard, Harold and Clifton Wilcox; sisters, Helen Moores, Mabel Smith, Mary Moores, Amy Dennison; and stepsister Marjorie Lavin. Visitation will be held on Saturday November 8th from 12 to 2 p.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to the Connecticut Humane Society, 701 Russell Rd., Newington, CT 06111. To share memories or express condolences online, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Jeremiah Lundgren
November 9, 2025
My condolences to your family
Frank and Diana Reiss
November 6, 2025
Dear David, Ann, Pam and Mary and extended family, we were saddened to hear of your father's passing. May you envelop yourselves in his endearing love. With our sincerest codolences, please accept our deepest sympathy.
Joanie DiMauro Pontbriand
November 5, 2025
Sincere Sympathy To The Wilcox Family Sorry To Here About The Passing Of Mr.Wilcox Thanking Him For His Service To Our Country God Bless!
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