Leo Alphonse LeClair, of Middleton NH, passed away at his home with his family by his side November 9, 2011. Leo was born November 23, 1920 in Nottingham, NH, to Alphonse and Florence (Glover) LeClair. He went to school at Coe Brown Academy and served as an "Electrician's Mate, Second-Class" during WWII. After leaving the service, he resided in Middleton with his loving bride of 64 years Pauline (Tufts) LeClair, where they raised 2 children Carlyne Jones (who predeceased both her parents), and John who lives in Farmington with his wife Linda. Leo worked most of his life for PSNH where he was a line foreman for many years and was very well respected by his peers. He was an active member in the VFW and Mason's until years of declining health forced him to resign as an officer of the VFW. Leo and Pauline spent their summers enjoying time at their camp on Round pond in Wakefield NH, where they would have large cookouts for all friends and family to attend. In the winters they would pack up the car and dog (Rascal) and drive themselves to Florida where Leo could get in a few more holes of golf in and Pauline could enjoy the sunshine and not have to shovel snow. After he retired from PSNH he worked at Diprizio lumber delivering loads of wood to local contractors. He enjoyed this job very much getting to stay busy and meeting new people, those who knew Leo know he never stopped working even after he retired. Leo spent the last few years of his life at home because of declining health, but kept up good spirits and could still beat the best of 'em at a game of checkers now and then. He had a great bunch of ladies caring for him every day. Besides his son, John, he leaves behind four grandchildren, Norman Brooks Jr. of Middleton NH, Mark LeClair of Lake City FL, Scott LeClair and Shelly LeClair, both of Rochester, NH and numerous great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.. He will be greatly missed by all.
There are no calling hours, family and friends are welcome to a Graveside Service on Monday, November 14, 2011 at 12 Noon at Pine Grove Cemetery in Farmington, NH. A reception will be held at his home after the service. Arrangements are in the care of Peaslee Funeral Home, 24 Central Street, Farmington, NH. To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com