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Leonard Mollica Obituary
Mollica
August 24, 1925
September 3, 2023
Leonard C. Mollica passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on September 3, 2023 in Colorado Springs, CO. Leonard was born August 24, 1925 in Raton (Brighton), New Mexico to Angelena (Lena) and Anthony Mollica.
Leonard was drafted into the Army in May 1944, serving 30 years in three wars: WWII, Korea, and Vietnam. He was in the Airborne Division, Green Beret, Special Forces and Special Operations. He received three Bronze Stars and numerous other awards, commendations, and medals.
After retiring from the Army as Command Sergeant Major, Leonard worked 20 years in Civil Service at Fort Carson.
Leonard met and married the love of his life, Zilla (Zilli) in November 1957 in Berlin, Germany. They retired in Colorado Springs in June 1974. They shared a wonderful life together, and travelled to their favorite places. In retirement, he was also a volunteer with the Democratic party for many years.
Leonard was a humble man, very kind, generous, humorous, and tolerant. An exemplary man to his family, friends, and neighbors. He was a devout Catholic, and a parishioner at Divine Redeemer Catholic Church, and an honorary life member of the Knights of Columbus.
Services will be held at Divine Redeemer Catholic Church, 927 N. Logan Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80909 on Monday, September 18, 2023, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Please see Shrine of Remembrance website at shrineofremembrance.com for further details.
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Memories and Condolences
for Leonard Mollica
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Stefanie Legan
October 22, 2023
You are now reunited with Zilli and your daughter.
My sincere condolences to the families.
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Maria-anna Enders
September 24, 2023
Leonard, now you are with Zilli. Rest in peace my friend. My heartfelt condolences to your family.
Marianne Enders
John A Cunningham
September 10, 2023
Another friend who had the distinction of serving in three wars: our beloved war heroes are of ten quiet, gentle people who answered the call of duty and then continued to serve in a variety of ways. Leonard was a kind and friendly neighbor who we never guessed was also a defender of freedom. Rest well, CSM!
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