Leonard W. West

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Leonard “Lenny” West, 72, of Delhi, died peacefully on Jan. 12, 2022, after a lengthly battle with dementia.

He was born Feb. 6, 1949, in Delhi, the son of Wallace West and Betty (Brown) Hood.

Lenny graduated from Delaware Academy, and later enlisted in the United States Army from 1969-1970. Lenny was employed with REA Electric Co-Op in Delhi for many years until his retirement, and then worked at Mallinckrodt in Hobart, to pass time.

Lenny enjoyed cooking, gardening, outdoor activities, family gatherings and spending time with his many beloved pets.

He is survived by his sister Nadine (Tim) Shampine of Delhi; brother Dennis (MaryAnn) West of Delhi; daughter Hazel Bartlett of Walton; son Phillip West of Gainesville, Ga., daughter Jessica West of Flowery Branch, Ga., five grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Lenny was predeceased by his parents, John and Betty Hood.

At Lenny’s request, there will be no funeral or burial services. 

Contributions are asked to be made to the Heart Of The Catskills Humane Society, PO Box 88, Delhi, NY 13753 or the Delhi Fire,Department, PO Box 405, Delhi, NY 13753.