Peter Leary Obituary, Fairfield Connecticut, Peter Leary Has Passed Away

May 2024 · 2 minute read
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Peter Leary Obituary, Death – Peter Arthur “Art” Leary passed away peacefully on July 13, 2021 in Atlantic City, New Jersey, following a valiant battle against chronic ailments. At his side were his husband, Dorothy and Mark Kerr, as well as his sister and brother-in-law. Peter Arthur “Art” Leary was born on July 18, 1928, and passed away on July 13, 2021.

Helen W. and Russell S. Leary welcomed their son, who was affectionately known as “Art,” into the world on July 18, 1928 in the city of Baltimore, Maryland. During the Korean War, Art was a radio operator for the United States Army. He was stationed in Stuttgart, Germany, during that time, and he served his country with honor. During his lifetime, Art was successful in a number of different fields.

He began his career as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of North Carolina when he was 56 years old, working in hospitals and providing hospice care for people living with AIDS. For a number of years, Art worked as a professional Santa Claus at a shopping center in North Carolina. He played the role of Santa Claus in advertisements that were broadcast on television and published in print.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Michael Saint Joseph; two sisters, Jane Smith and Anita McFarland; his son, Kenneth A. Leary; his daughter, Kathleen Calvaruso (Tony); his grandchildren, Erik, Kevin, Gina, and Christopher; and his great-granddaughter, Serena. He is also survived by his son, Kenneth A. Leary. Franklin Memorial Park Chapel is located at 1800 State Route 27 in North Brunswick.

New Jersey, and will be the location of graveside memorial ceremonies at 1 p.m. Donations can be sent to One Love Animal Rescue Group, Inc. at the following address: PO Box 931 Bellmawr, New Jersey 08099. Prepared Arrangements Greenidge Funeral Homes, Inc., located in Atlantic City, New Jersey, is the location where condolences can be sent.

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