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Desmarais, Leo G.
, age 72, of South Yarmouth, died on Saturday, September 26, 2009, while visiting Cape Canaveral, Florida.
Born, raised, and educated in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, he was a son of the late Alphee and Blanche (Smith) Desmarais. He lived most of his adult life in Millis.
Leo had been employed throughout his career as a sales rep with Liberty Mutual Insurance Company of Boston. He had moved to South Yarmouth 15 years ago and maintained an office in Centerville until his retirement in 2004. Leo was a talented artist who spent much time painting, woodworking, or drawing. He also enjoyed playing the guitar and country line dancing.
He is survived by two daughters, Donna Desmarais of Milford and Lyndsay Desmarais of Naples, FL; three sons, Daniel Desmarais (Robin Cron) and Craig Desmarais (Terri) of Bellingham, and David Desmarais of Naples, FL; a brother, Arthur Desmarais (Susan Lynd) of RI; a sister, Loretta Desmarais of MA; and four grandchildren, Ryan and Sarah Wormmood of Milford, and Hillary and Steven Desmarais of Bellingham. He was also a brother of the late Theresa Annaco and Gilbert Desmarais.
Funeral services and burial at Prospect Hill Cemetery will be private. If desired, donations may be made in Leo’s memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.
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| Holly Bennett |
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Dan,Donna & Craig,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Holly |
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| Lyndsay Desmarais |
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Always in my heart, never too far away.
I will think of you with each passing day and know you are in a better place where you lay.
I love and miss you dad always and forever
Love
Lyndsay |
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| Denise Lezynski |
(deeskitoo@yahoo.com): |
I was stunned to hear of Leo's passing. He was a unique individual, larger than life, full of energy and enthusiasm. In the Centerville/Hyannis Liberty Mutual Office he kept us on our toes at all times, sometimes laughing, other times crying, but mostly laughing. He will be missed.
Denise Lezynski, Prior Customer Service Manager. |
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| Connie&Ted DeSimone |
(cad56@comcast.net): |
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Worked with Leo for years at the Hyannis Liberty Mutual. He had a kind and generous heart.
Connie |
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| Rita Ann Shaw |
(reetchicky@aol.com): |
My deepest sympathy to Leo's family. We had a long and happy relationship. He was so young and vibrant and full of life. I will miss him dearly. There will be a constant place in my memory of the happy times we shared together. Gone too soon.
Rita Ann Shaw
Partner and Friend. |
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| John Hand - friend and co-worker |
(hand@mymailstation.com): |
| Leo, - Always enthusiastic;full of new ideas;never lacking an opinion on any subject,and full of fun. He kept us all on our toes. It was very sad to hear of his death. He will be missed. My sincere sympathy to his family. |
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| Len davolio |
(ladylen222@yahoo.com): |
LEO,YOU LEFT THIS PLANET TOO SOON.I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE SHORT TIMES SHARED.YOU
WERE SO FULL OF LIFE. CAREFREE. YOU DID YOUR WAY. SO,I'LL SAY HERE'S TO YOU. |
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| Dave Desmarais |
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| Dad, you blessed me with the gifts of creativity and intelligence. As I move forward in my career I know there is a piece of you inside of me pushing me to be my best. My only hope is that I can pass these traits on to my children some day. Rest in peace. |
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| Steve Colarusso |
(scolarusso@vzwblackberry.com): |
Craig,
Thinking of you during this very sad time and wishing for you and your family peace.
Steve |
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| Donna Desmarais |
(donnadesmarais@yahoo.com): |
| Feel no guilt in laughter,he knows how much you care.Feel no sorrow in a smile,that he's not here to share.You cannot grieve forever,he would not want you to.He'd hope that you would carry on the way you always do.So talk about the good times and the ways you showed you cared.The days you spent together,all the happiness you shared.Let the memories surround you,a word someone may say will suddenly recapture a time,an hour,a day.That brings him back as clearly as though he were still here,and fills you with the feelings that he is always near.For if you keep those memories you will never be apart and he will live forever locked safe within your heart. Dad,I love you.I'm shocked,I needed more time here with you.You are in the milford pink paper today(breast cancer awareness)I know you think thats pretty great!wrap your arms around dad god,one day, I will do that again too,xoxo |
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| Sarah Wormmood |
(srlw81003@aim.com): |
Each night we shed a silent tear,
As we speak to you in prayer.
To let you know we love you,
And just how much we care.
Take our million teardrops,
Wrap them up in love,
Then ask the wind to carry them,
To you in heaven above.
I Love You Grampa
Love, Sarah "Renee" |
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Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free,
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard his call,
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work, to play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
I've found that peace at the end of the day.
If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah, yes, these things too I will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow,
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My Life's been full, I savored much,
Good friends, good times, a loved one' touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now, He set me free. |
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| Karen Desmarais Smith |
(karensplace1979@msn.com): |
From Arthur's daughter in AZ: Did you help Dad pick out my guitar? Still have it (40 yrs. later). Whenever I play it I will think of you both. Say 'Hey' to Aunt Theresa for me. Love ya. Look forward to meeting my cousins! Love to you all or y'all as we say here..:) see ya on Facebook. "...and the thunder rolls..."
Karen xxxooo |
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| Patricia Oliveria |
(POLIVERIA@AOL.com): |
I was sad to hear of leos passing.
He was an original,funny opinionated but most of all thoughtful.He kept us laughing in the Centerville/Hyannis office.
My thoughts are with the family
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| Linda Desmarais |
(Italia1022@embarqmail.com): |
Dave, Lyndsay, Craig, Donna and Danny,
I am so very sorry for the sudden loss of your father.I know that he is now at peace in heaven watching over all of you. Just know that he loved you all very much, and now he can love and protect you even better.
I thank you Leo for giving me two of the most wonderful children that any one could ever have. |
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| Debbie (Pettis) and Terry Tangney |
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| Thoughts and prayers for your family. Take comfort in the memories you have and God bless. |
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