Leonard J.

"Danny" Richard

Leonard J. "Danny" Richard at 91 years of age passed away on Saturday December 4th. Lenny was a lifelong resident of Chelsea's Mill Hill neighborhood.

He was a member of the French, Polish and Irish Clubs in Chelsea and the Moose Club in Revere.  An avid walker, he traveled by foot throughout Chelsea and the Greater Boston area.  It was not uncommon for him to walk 30 or more miles each week.  Along the way he would pick up discarded items such as pens and bottle caps and used them to create his artwork.

Lenny worked two fulltime jobs for many years; at the Everlastic Company on Spencer Avenue but he was most proud to serve the Veterans at the Soldiers Home where he worked as an Orderly.

He is survived by his twin sister Laura Steriti and her children Lenore Steriti and partner Maria Paulo, Lea Steriti and wife Zoe Zarkadas, Maria Steriti and partner Joslyn Portier and Felicia Steriti-Smith and husband Chris Smith; grandniece Leah McKeon and husband Sean, grandnephew Phil Cowels and wife Kristina, grandniece Lani Steriti and partner Theo Honigmann and grandnephew Noah Cowels and partner Danielle Angers.

When Laura lost her husband Phil in 1968 Lenny stepped up and offered emotional, physical, and financial support to her and her children until the time of his passing.  He was the best brother and dad anyone could ask for.  He instilled in his family, who are forever in his debt, a respect for and interest in nature, history, science, astronomy, the arts, and space exploration.  He was happiest when his family gathered around a table to enjoy a meal.  He freely lent a helping hand, kind gesture or gift to those that crossed his path.  The world is a better place because of him and the good deeds he performed throughout his life.

Lenny is also survived by his sister Elsie Fenby of FL, numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, and friends. He was pre-deceased by his parents Matthew P. and May G. (Savoy), brother Ronald, sisters Lillian Lemoure, Isabel Caron, Stella Stahl, Jeanette "Mitzy" Wasson and Nancy Desjadon.

His family would like to thank Steve Powers and the entire crew at S&L for watching out for Lenny over the years.  Steve referred to Lenny by his nickname "Danny" and Lenny referred to Steve as "Stevie".  Their friendship lasted over 40 years.

Expressions of sympathy in Lenny's name may be made to Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan Street, Suite B-102, Danvers, MA 01923.  Care Dimensions has Hospice Houses in Lincoln and Danvers. Their Lincoln facility provided exceptional care and comfort to Lenny and his family.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.  His artwork will be on display at that time.

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