Leo Chapius

LEO F. CHAPIUS

New London

Leo E. Chapuis, 87, of New London, died April 27, 2020, at New London Specialty Care. He was born Sept. 12, 1932, in Fairfield to Walter E. and Lucille Harriett Comingore Chapuis. On Oct. 3, 1959, he married Patricia Ann Bloyd in Lewistown, Ill. He attended country grade school, graduated from Fairfield High School and was a member of New London United Methodist Church.

Leo served in the Army and National Guard. He worked at IAAP, General Electric and retired from Case in 1995. He also farmed, enjoyed going to auctions, car shows, tractor pulls, sawing wood, working in his shop and helping others. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family.

Besides his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Deanna Calhoun of Mount Pleasant and Teresa (Tim) Coleman of Fairfield; four grandchildren, Will, Sarah, Tammy and Leanne; five great-grandsons, Brock, Kade, Alex, Liam and Hunter; sister, Edna Walls of Garland, Texas; sister-in-law, Marilyn Gilpin of Lewistow;' and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Edward; and son-in-law, Norman Calhoun.

In keeping with Gov. Reynolds executive order during the COVID-19 health crisis, a private family graveside service will be held at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, rural Mount Pleasant with Pastor Kathleen Moore officiating. A memorial has been established in his memory. Elliott Chapel, New Londonm is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.