We are sad to announce that on August 27, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Leona Lydem of Thomaston, Connecticut. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Leona Lydem to show support.
Though Leona has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Medard Bourdeau and Anais Bourdeau (Biosvert); and her siblings, Art Bourdeau and Claudette Blade. She is survived by: her son Thomas Rutkowski of Terryville; her fiancé Pat Yamonica of Thomaston; her siblings, Vick Bourdeau, Jane Zoolek and Dorothy Pompino; and her brother-in-law Ed Blade.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 2nd 2025 from 9:00 AM to 9:50 AM at the Scott Funeral Home, Inc. (169 Main St, Terryville, CT 06786). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, September 2nd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the St. Thomas Church (1 E Main St, Thomaston, CT 06787).