Orlando “Skip” Leonardo, Jr.
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Greece: at the age of 83, surrounded by family, passed peacefully on September 7th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
He is predeceased by his parents, Orlando “Skip” Sr. and Antoinette Leonardo. Skip Jr. is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Anne Leonardo; sisters, Clare Leonardo, Gloria Clayton; His loving children, Lisa VanDeViver, Tony (Val) Leonardo, Mike (Laura) Leonardo; grandchildren Anthony (Margaret) Leonardo, Christina (Nick) Simone, Alex VanDeViver, Nick Leonardo, Evan Leonardo, Chase Leonardo; great grandchildren, Mia, Nina, Leia Leonardo; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Skip Jr. proudly worked side by side with his father, Skip Sr., who was the original owner of Skips Market and Prime Meat House. When Skip Sr. sold the business, Skip Jr. ventured off to co-own Katz Brothers Wholesale Meats where he worked to the age of 55 and successfully retired in 1997.
After retirement he devoted his time to helping others through charitable organizations including Open Arms & Hearts.
Skip Jr. was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great grandfather. One of his greatest joys came from watching his grandchildren play sports. He was an avid fisherman, golfer, bowler, and loved to watch all sports.
He will be remembered for his generosity, humor, strength, and competitive nature. He lived for his family and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday (Oct 3rd) 9:30 AM at St. Lawrence Church, Greece. Private entombment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and Lipson Cancer Center in his memory.
I am so, so sorry. He was such a wonderful man who will truly be missed. Your whole family is in my heart & prayers. ❤️🙏🏼❤️
I’m so sorry for your loss to the whole family. I remember playing and spending a lot of time at their house since they lived down the street. Those were happy times. I remember him as a very nice man.
Dear Anne (and Leonardo family)
We are very saddened by the loss of Skip. Our family is sending our love and sympathy your way. It’s amazing that you were married for so many years. May your wonderful memories carry you through this difficult time.
Dave and Karen Caiazza
Uncle Skip will be missed! So many happy memories come to mind. Much love and peace to the family. Love you all.
Uncle Skip has always been a very special person in my heart. I loved the smiles and happy spirit I saw whenever I was with him. Skip’s Market had the best steaks in Rochester, NY, and were enjoyed by so many folks around Rochester and beyond. I saw Skip and Aunt Anne about 7 years ago, and was still the same happy, joyful person I knew from my childhood. We will all miss his smile and laughs. May God grant his family peace. The Gene and Cindy Mueller family mourn your loss.
Dear Anne and family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Skip. He was such a kind and generous person. I really enjoyed our Mueller gatherings when I was at home with Mom and Gene. God Bless and take care.
Sharon Burke
Dear Anne, so sorry to hear of Skippy’s passing. You and Skippy were a match made in heaven being happy married for all those years and creating such a wonderful big family for Generations Thinking of lots of fun at the family parties years ago. Anne I remembered the day that I left Rochester for Honolulu in 1968 and you came to the airport to see me off. Aloha your cousin. Joe Leonardo Honolulu
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