The Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center

If men were measured by what they gave back to the community, the late Harold Leever would tower over Waterbury's clock tower. Generous with both his time and money, his involvement with worthwhile organizations through the years contributed so much to the health, education, and welfare of area residents. Although he is no longer with us, his legacy of generosity and caring about others lives on in the cancer center that bears his name today.

Harold Leever's $2 million gift to the cancer center made him the largest single benefactor of the facility. As remarkable as the gesture was, however, it was only one of many ways he touched the lives of people in the Waterbury area. A Michigan State graduate in chemical engineering, Leever joined MacDermid as a chemist in 1938, went on to become the company's President in 1954, and its Chairman in 1977.

His interest extended far beyond his work, though, and his long list of accomplishments would take most men many lifetimes to achieve. Among the many positions he held, Mr. Leever was President of the United Way of CNV in 1964-65 and 1976-78 and served as campaign chairman in 1959, 1981, and 1993. He served both as Secretary and President of Waterbury Hospital, President of the Metal Finishing Supplier's Association, Vice President of the Long Rivers Council of Boy Scouts of America, Trustee of the CT Trails Council of Girl Scouts, Director of Colonial Bank and Trust Co. and Chairman of the Church Council at First Church in Bethlehem United Church of Christ.

Harold Leever will be remembered for all he did during his lifetime to improve the lives of others. Thanks to his generosity, combined with the support of other individuals, The Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center will touch the lives of countless more people for years to come.

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