DOB/DOD: July 5, 1924 (Stamford, CT) – February 12, 2019 (Norwalk, CT); 94 years old
MARITAL STATUS: Married to Adeline D’Amico Coviello (1925-1977) in Westport on June 5, 1948. Married to Jean Zulkeski Knapp Coviello (1925-2011) in Norwalk on March 29, 1980.
CHILDREN: Two sons Bruce and Larry. One daughter, Denise Shaw. Stepchildren are Paul Zulkeski, Tony Zulkeski and Janice Zulkeski.
LOCAL ADDRESS: 38 Chestnut Street and 3 Valley View Road, Norwalk
ENLISTMENT: November 30, 1944
SERVICE NUMBER: 6430508
SHIP ASSIGNED TO:Assigned to LST-895: was assigned to the Asiatic-Pacific theater and participated in the assault and occupation of Okinawa Gunto from April through June 1945
FAMILY: Born to Vito James (1888-1942) and Theresa Masare Coviello (1892-1942). Brothers Vincent (1912-1960) and Nicholas (1913-1984). Sister Margaret (1917-2011)
CIRCUMSTANCES: Wounded in action in the Battle of Okinawa. Lost his left leg. His obituary stated, “He served as an example for other amputees because of his fierce determination.”
Leonard L. Coviello, 94, husband of the late Jean Knapp Coviello of Norwalk, passed
away on Tuesday, February 12, 2019. Born in Stamford, CT, on July 5, 1924, he was the son of the late Vito and Theresa Massare Coviello. He graduated from Stamford High School in 1942. Leonard was a World War II veteran serving in the United States Navy. As a Pharmacist’s Mate, he treated wounded sailors during the Battle of Okinawa. He himself was seriously wounded and received a Purple Heart. During his recuperation and rehabilitation, he served as an example for other amputees because of his fierce determination. After serving in the Navy, Leonard studied business at Pace Institute. He worked at the Edwards Company in Norwalk and at Hall-Brooke Hospital in Westport. He was Director of Finance and Comptroller for Waveny Care Center from 1975 until his retirement in 1998. Leonard was an avid reader throughout his life and enjoyed exploring new works as well as re-reading favorites (he said it was like “visiting an old friend”). He had an encyclopedic knowledge of films and was still enjoying old classics even in his final days. He was always ready to discuss actors, directors, and all kinds of film lore. He also loved music, dancing, and celebrating with friends and family. Leonard enjoyed cooking, gardening, and entertaining. His door was always open and there was always room at his table. His family and friends have fond memories of his lasagna, eggplant rollatini, chicken caciatore, and tomato-basil salads. He had a great love for animals, and especially loved dogs. Leonard is survived by his children: Bruce Coviello
(Michele Grand), Denise Shaw (Espen Fjermeros), and Larry Coviello (Barbara Mulkerin), and his stepchildren, Paul Zulkeski (Sheryl Hoyt), Tony Zulkeski, and Janice Zulkeski; his grandchildren, Sarah Maldonado, Kristen Deacon, Kregg Zulkeski, Kristopher Sulkeohi, Kory Zulkeski, Jonathan Zulkeski, Stephen Zulkeski, and Jason Zulkeski; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife Jean and parents, Leonard was predeceased by his first wife Adeline D’Amico Coviello, and his siblings, Vincent Coviello, Nicholas Coviello, and Margaret Coviello lannazzi. A memorial service with military honors will be held on Saturday, February 23, at 2:00 p.m. at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk. Friends may visit with the family on Saturday from 12:00 noon until the service. Visit http://www.collins-funeral.com to leave condolences.
Leonard was cremated. The disposition of his ashes is unknown.
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