Leo F. Kirchner, 87, of Wethersfield, beloved husband for 48 years of Mary Ann (Pisciotta) Kirchner, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday, February 3, 2020. Born in Hartford on December 18, 1932, he was the son of the late Robert and Rosina (Chenette) Kirchner. Leo earned an Associate’s Degree in Accounting and worked as a system analyst for Fenn Manufacturing and Carling Switch, Inc. He was an involved member of the Swedish Club, German Club and Portuguese Club and was an avid fan of the UConn Women’s Basketball team, as well as the Hartford Wolf Pack and the former Hartford Whalers. He provided services to numerous organizations, including the Wethersfield Food Bank, Incarnation Church and the former SPALD (Special Needs for Adults and Learning Disabled Individuals). Leo enjoyed gardening, playing volleyball and spending time at the beach, but more than anything, he enjoyed spending time with his neighbors on Cloverdale Circle. The family would like to thank all of them for their loving support in these last few months. Leo was always willing to support his friends and family with anything they needed.
A loving husband, father and grandfather, Leo will be forever missed by his devoted wife Mary Ann; his daughters, Laura Kirchner of Wethersfield and Gina Cozean and husband Frank of Haddam and his three adored grandsons who brought him so much joy, Maxwell, Benjamin and Jack Cozean. He is also survived by his nephew, Kenny Kirchner and wife Nancy and his niece, Carol Anthony and husband Allen. He was predeceased by his brother, Robert Kirchner. Special thanks to all the staff at Middlesex Hospital, Keep Me Home LLC and VITAS hospice care for the outstanding care and support they provided to Leo and his family these last few months. The family would also like to especially thank his loving, devoted caregiver Amatus for the tremendous care he provided.
Calling hours will be Monday (February 10) from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at the D’Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Boulevard, Wethersfield followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at the Church of the Incarnation, 544 Prospect St., Wethersfield. In lieu of flowers, donations in Leo’s memory may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. To share a memory of Leo with his family, please visit www.desopofuneralchapel.com.
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