Henry J. Leone
Henry J. Leone
Henry J. “Hank” Leone, 87, of Brocton, NY, died Tuesday, June 11, 2024 unexpectedly of natural causes at home. Hank was born July 20, 1936 in Dunkirk, son of Joseph L. and Jennie Leone. He worked at True Temper in Dunkirk.
Hank had many varied interests. A true handyman, he enjoyed working outdoors and around his house. Always health conscious, he enjoyed numerous forms of exercise and skiing. Hank also enjoyed visiting area casinos with his cousins
Hank is survived by his sisters; Carolyn Nicosia, of Fredonia and Arlene (Don) Guglielmo, of Cheektowaga, NY; a niece, Jennifer (Jeremy) Jodszweitz, a nephew, Joseph (Erin) Leone and other nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
Besides his parents, Joseph and Jennie Leone, he is predeceased by his brother, Joseph Leone and his longtime significant other, Louise G. Young. Hank is also survived by Louise’s daughters, Deborah Rapp and Diane Scarpine.
Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions in Hank’s memory may be made to Holy Trinity Church, 1032 Central Ave., Dunkirk, NY 14048 (holytrinitydunkirk.org) or St. Jude Research Hospital for Children, ALSAC/St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (stjud.org).
The family extends many thanks to Joe Cerrie, who was a special friend of Hank’s, for the help Hank needed in his time of need.
Visitation will be held at the LARSON-TIMKO Funeral Home, 20 Central Ave., Fredonia, Friday June 28, 2024 from 1-2 pm followed by a funeral service at 2pm. On-line condolences may be made at larsontimkofuneralhome.com. Arrangements by David J. Dengler.