Leonard David Carrel of Brockton passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026 at 79 years of age. Born and raised in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of the late Hyman & Charlotte (Miller) Carrel. Leonard graduated from the Park School and attended the University of Chicago. It was there where he met the love of his life, Jane (Wild) Carrel, with whom he enjoyed nearly 55 years of marriage. Along with Jane, Leonard is survived by their children, Sara Nelson & her husband Jason, and Hy Carrel & his wife Nicole. He was the cherished grandfather of Caleb Nelson and was the brother of Sandy Carrel and Ira Carrel. He leaves many dear cousins, nieces and nephews.
Len Carrel loved history, science and nature. He was an excellent cook, a patient problem solver, and a compassionate friend of animals. For many decades, he worked as a highly skilled contractor who brought a scientist’s precision and an artist’s perfection to his trade.
Len’s funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 17th at 11:00AM at Schlossberg Family’s Chapel on the Hill, at 824 Washington Street, Canton, MA. Interment will follow at the Temple Reyim section of Lindwood Memorial Park, 490 North Street, Randolph, MA.
Shiva will be held Thursday afternoon immediately following the burial through 8PM in Brockton at the Carrel residence and continuing on Friday, 3PM until Sundown.
His passion was helping others. In retirement he purchased hundreds of favorite children’s books and gifted them to parents and children. Please feel welcome to donate to the charity of your choice in memory of Leonard Carrel.
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