Leonard “Lenny” J. Wishart of North Haven, CT, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2023, at the age of 79. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Linda (DelGuidice); his former wife Kathleen (Manocchi) and their children, Leonard Jr. (Kira), Debra Lynch (Joseph) and Maria Manske (Kyle) and stepchildren Vincent Camera Jr. (Dale), Paula Camera (Frank) and Nicolle Camera. Also mourning this tremendous loss are his sisters Joyce Koutsopolos (James) and Jeanne Salzo (the late James), along with many beloved nieces and nephews. Lenny lived for his eleven grandchildren whom he loved immensely and were the greatest joys of his life: Ryan and Justin Lynch, Griffin and Gunner Manske, Lauren and Sophia Wishart, Joseph Kennealy, Vincent Camera III, Christopher Ciarleglio, Gianna Buonocore and Nicholas Romano. Born in West Haven in 1944, son of Leonard and Ann Wishart, Lenny served his country in the United States Navy and later courageously served the citizens of New Haven as a proud member of the fire service for 25 years. With his boisterous personality and witty sense of humor, Lenny brought smiles and laughter to everyone who had the good fortune to know him. A master storyteller, he always got the punch line right and had an easy-going and affable disposition. Lenny never backed down from a challenge and was an ambitious businessman, succeeding in many endeavors throughout the years. He was also a real numbers guy, and the odds were almost always in his favor. In addition to spending time with his family, Lenny enjoyed tending to his yard and swimming in his pool, which he was so proud of. Being a husband, father and friend was his life’s purpose.
Please join family and friends for visiting hours on Friday, August 18th from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Church of the Resurrection, 115 Pond Hill Road, Wallingford, on Saturday, August 19th at 10 a.m. Military honors will be rendered in front of the church immediately following the mass. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.
My condolences to you and your family. He was a great man
My deepest condolences to the entire family I always enjoyed being in his company He lived life to the fullest so now he needs to rest bless you rest in peace my friend
My deepest condolences to the entire family. He was a wonderful guy who lived his life to the fullest . Now he needs to rest. Bless you my friend. Rest in peace 🙏
My deepest condolences to Lenny and your family. Had the pleasure of working with your Dad. He will surely be missed. May he rest in paradise.
To All,
I say All, there are just so many family members and friends that Lenny considered family members and their familys! He was one of the great guys that respected everyone. He enjoyed a good belly laugh I can hear him laughing at Linda’s table that always has enough food for everyone!! Another thing Lenny was so proud of his parties that had the best money can buy!! He loved grilling and making sure everyone always had enough to eat!! I can tell stories after stories as I am sure a lot of us can. He will be remembered by me as a man that unconditionally gave his love and wanted to help with all our needs. He wanted everyone to be the best we can be and guided me to doing so. I will miss my brother in law with a tear and a smile. Love you Lenny
Lenny was such a nice, friendly guy. He did have a great sense of humor – always smiling & cracking jokes!! I will miss his visits to my house when he would come to clean the carpets & upholstery.
Linda and family,
Our condolences to you and the family. Lenny was a long time client and dear friend of our firm. He was a wonderful man. We will miss his sunny smile and oh how he brightened our days with great conversation!. Our thoughts go out to you at this sad time.
From the staff of Skp Accountants & Advisors.
We are sorry for your loss
We have fond memories of Lenny.
My sincere condolences to the Wishart family on the loss of Mr. Wishart. His wonderful personality I will remember always. His pride for his children especially his name sake who he was so proud of to see rise in rank on the New Haven Fire Service. His quick wit and wonderful personality will be carried over to heaven above. Rest in peace sir. May your soul rise to the gardens of heaven where you will show them how to keep a beautiful garden as you did on earth.
So sorry to Lenny’s family and friends. His love and happiness will be missed by all. Rest In Peace Lenny, we will miss you and our hearts have a piece out of them. Love your loving sister in law Doreen
It’s Friday morning August 18,2023 and the booming thunder is letting us know that this wonderful man has entered heaven!
Lenny took care of my entire family and friends for over 30 years. We considered him a real friend – a true “salt of the earth” guy who always had a positive attitude and love in his heart. We miss him greatly already. RIP, my dear friend.
Len and family your dad was a great man and firefighter, blessed to have worked with him early in my career. So proud of your success!
Rest in peace brother
Patrick Andrews
West Palm Beach
Our most heartfelt and sincerest condolences to you and your family. Thank you for his life of service and love of his nation, family, fire service and community. Thank you for sharing him with us. He will be sorely missed.
If there is anything our department or benevolent can do to help you through this time, we are here for you.
Warmest regards, the New Haven Fire Department,
Lenny Jr., Debbie and Maria,
We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Sending our love and prayers to you and your families for peace in your time of sorrow. Bob and Maryann Milano
Sorry to hear about the loss of Lenny. We were neighbors in West Haven along with Kathy and their children. I worked for Lenny cleaning carpets. He was a great man. His word was good as gold. He will be missed. Tommy Burke , Louisville, KY
I am so sorry to hear this news. I ran into Lenny at the grocery store earlier this year and had a great conversation. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Steve and Colleen Tondalo
I will be missing you grandpa! I had so many memories with you, you will be missed by your favorite person. I love you ❤️