Leon John Markiewicz's Obituary
Leon John Markiewicz, age 81, of Lewes, DE passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2006, at his late residence. He was born December 21, 1924 in Chester, PA son of the late John and Kate (Mach) Markiewicz.
Mr. Markiewicz had a long career with the former Sinclair Oil of Marcus Hook, PA retiring as a supervisor. He moved to Delaware 23 years ago where he has enjoyed his retirement years. He served as a Seaman First Class with the U. S. Navy during WW II and he was a lifetime member of VFW Post #5447 in Holly Oak, DE. He was a member of St. Jude The Apostle Catholic Church. He loved his home and was happy being called a "homebody;" he especially loved the flowers in his yard.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Joseph Markiewicz. He is survived by his wife of eleven years, Theresa Markiewicz; two step-sons, Patrick Moffatt of Havertown, PA and Robert Downs of Brookhaven, PA; his brother Jerry Markiewicz of Berlin, MD; and his dearly beloved aunt, Stella Hickey of Claymont, DE.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 23 at 11 AM at St. Jude The Apostle Catholic Church; Father Ray Forrester will be the celebrant. Family and friends may call one hour before Mass at the church. Interment with military honors will follow at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Millsboro, DE.
Please omit flowers. The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Mr. Markiewicz be made to Delaware Hospice, 20167 Office Circle, Georgetown, DE 19947.
Send online condolences to: [email protected].
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