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Andrew O'Leary Obituary
LEICESTER - Andrew R. O'Leary, 72, of 11 Massasoit Dr., Died Thursday, April 27, 2017 at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester.
He leaves his wife of 52 years, Carol F. (Powers) O'Leary, a son, Brian A. O'Leary and his girlfriend Kim of Leicester, a daughter, Christine O'Leary and her husband Michael Holmes of Leicester, a brother, John O'Leary and his wife Alice of South Paris, ME, 5 grandchildren, who affectionately referred to him as "Muck", Camryn and Jack O'Leary, Timothy, Madison and Sebastian O'Leary, and several nieces and nephews.
He was pre-deceased by a sister, Irene Bezdegian.
Born in Worcester, he was the son of John B.F. and Evelyn (Majeau) O'Leary.
Andy was a Police Officer for twelve years serving with the Leicester Police Department, retiring in 1984. He was a graduate and in the last class of the MA State Police Academy. After retiring from the police department, Andy owned and operated O'Leary Travel for a number of years, putting together many memorable vacations. He was also a licensed real estate agent. Andy was one of the first EMT's for the Town of Leicester. He served as the town's ambulance supervisor, implementing the town's ambulance service and helping to obtain the town's first ambulance. In addition, he taught CPR, First Aid and was a licensed Private Detective for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
He was a member of the former St. Joseph's Church in Leicester. Nothing meant more to Andy than his family. Andy enjoyed spending time coaching his kids' sports when they were growing up and wouldn't miss his grandchildren's sporting events. He loved spending time in Jefferson, NH, snowmobiling, hiking or on his scooter. He devoted his life to his wife and family, always putting them first. He was a character and always made life fun, interesting and memorable. He will be forever missed.
The Funeral will be held Tuesday, May 2, 2017 from the MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 1131 Main St., with a Mass at 12 P.M. in St. Pius X Church, 1159 Main St., Leicester. Burial will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Leicester. Calling hours will precede the Mass from 9:30-11:30 A.M. in the Funeral Home. Contributions may be made to the charity of ones choice.
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yvette obrien
April 22, 2024
Hope you are at peace now Andrew, God bless you and your family
Marie Laliberte
April 22, 2024
Thinking of you today, Carol. Lots of love to you and your family.
yvette obrien
April 22, 2023
Hopefully you are in Gods hands now
yvette obrien
April 22, 2022
You may be gone but not forgotten,may God hold you in His loving arms
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Marie (Welch) Laliberte
April 22, 2020
On this anniversary of Andy's passing, Carol and family, I want you to know his memory lives on in the hearts of everyone who knew him. He is unforgettable. My heart is with you, Carol.
Marie Laliberte
May 12, 2017
Carol & Family,
I was shocked to hear of Andy's passing today from my sister who lives in Brookfield. His joy for life should have lived forever. He was so kind, thoughtful, and just the funniest person I ever knew. I am so sorry for the loss to your family, but for sure he is there looking over your shoulder with all the love and joy he has for you.
Christine Paszuk
May 2, 2017
Dear Carol and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Andy was a wonderful man and so helpful to me and my family. He will be missed.
Carolyn O'Leary
May 1, 2017
May the candle shine as bright as Uncle Andy does. Peace
Patricks
May 1, 2017
May Andy RIP he was great cop he would always try to gave you break with the kids
Dianne Hare
May 1, 2017
Carol. Steve and I are so sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed seeing you and Andy at you grandchildrens sports events. He will be missed by all
Sandie Bergeron
May 1, 2017
To all of the O'Leary Family...So sorry for your loss..One of the Best...Heaven has gained another angel and Andy will always be watching over all of you...Prayers for strength as this difficult time...(((HUGS))
Scott and Denise Weikel
May 1, 2017
To the family, I am really sorry for your loss. I will miss busting on him when he went out for his walks.
May 1, 2017
Carol so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. We are praying for him and your family at this time of great loss. We'll always remember his smile, a great how are ya and the best hand shake, whenever we met around town through all these years.
Rich and Mary Barton
Kevin and Liz Stiles
May 1, 2017
Carol, Kevin and I are so sorry for your loss. We had a lot of laughs together and we will always remember them. You and your family are in our prayers.
Chip Dufault
May 1, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. What a great guy. I have many fond memories of him that I will treasure always. His legacy is the beautiful family he raised and the wonderful friendships that he helped foster.
Pat Rafferty
May 1, 2017
Carol - So sorry to hear of your loss. I loved Andys' sense of humor and great wit. May happy memories sustain you at this time. Thoughts and prayers for you and your children.
Yvette O,Brien
April 30, 2017
Carol, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Will keep him in my daily rosary. May God bless and keep you both. I am here if ever you need to talk. Love Yvette
A Grateful Citizen
April 29, 2017
EMT'S are a unique family made up of individuals that share a common bond of service to others and a giving of your all so that others don't suffer. It's rushing to scenes; it's fighting with your entire heart, body and soul to save the life that is so desperately in need of your tender, loving care. It's defining the very embodiment of the term "public servant's.
We pay our respects for our hero's; not because they died, but because they lived and served their fellow man well.
A Grateful Citizen
April 29, 2017
Heroes don't wear capes, they wear badges.
In deepest sympathy,
Patricia Welch-Miller
April 29, 2017
Carol, I'm shocked and saddened. I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember the Andy of our youth, always fun to be with. Although I haven't seen either of you for many years, I always think of you.
Donna Jette Presley
April 29, 2017
Carol, Christine and Brian my deepest sympathy on the passing of your husband and dad. Andy was a good man and a kind person. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Always in our hearts, gone but not forgotten.
Sally and Bob Carney
April 29, 2017
Carol,Christine,Brian and all of your family,
We are so sorry to read of Andy's passing. Just a wonderful guy and loving husband and Dad. Sending all of our sympathy and prayers for strength at this sad time for all of you.
Scotty Robertson
April 29, 2017
So sorry to hear about Andy's passing. You know he is safe were he is. Andy was always friendly, out going, and happy. Good man.
A classmate at WBT.
Sherry Waterson
April 29, 2017
Andy had such a one of kind, strong spirit. Will forever be remembered as being loyal to his family and young at heart. My children will continue to keep his memory alive in the years to come.
April 29, 2017
Carol and children we were so sad to hear about Andy's passing. It was a shock to say the least. We have wonderful memories with the two of you. With the vacations and the games we had the privilege of being with you. I wish I was home to be with you at this very hard time in your life but still in Florida. Please know you and your family are in our hearts and prayers. We love the both of you and will cherish the memories.
Love
Rick and Pat Mercier
Frank..Chris Rigiero
April 28, 2017
Carol,Christine,and Brian. Chris and I are so sorry to hear of Andys passing. A good friend, and partner. We will cherish the memories of Cruises, Maine, and card playing week ends.
Our prayers are with you at this saddest time.
Kevin Ryan
April 28, 2017
Condolances to the family of a friend, neighbor and work colleague at Leicester P.D. Always funny and great to know. Hope that your good memories will sustain you.
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