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Brian Leonard Obituary
1986-2024 Brian V. Leonard Jr., of Sarasota Florida, formerly from Chicago and Orland Park Illinois, passed away suddenly on March 20th. A lifelong athlete, he went from the Palos Stars to boxing in The Mercy Home for Boys and Girls Ringside Events. He enjoyed being a mentor and coach to the disadvantaged youth at Mercy Home. His loss will leave a large hole in many hearts. His love for family and friends was indisputable and his smile would light up the room. Brian is survived by his wife Rosanna, his two beloved dogs Rocky and Capone, his mother Sandy and father Brian Sr. his brother Joe (Fernanda) and sister Mary. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation will be held at Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, 544 West 31st St., Chicago from 2:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Visitation will also take place Wednesday, March 27, 2024 from 10:00 A.M. until the time of Funeral Mass at 11:00 A.M. DIRECTLY AT Our Lady of Sorrows Basilica, 3121 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago (parking lot is off of Van Buren). Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Mercy Home for Boys and Girls or Our Lady of Sorrows Basilica in his honor. (312) 225-8500 www.colettasonsfuneralhome.com
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Bill Piccirillo
April 6, 2024
Brian was a wonderful child and athlete. Nice young man. It was a pleasure and honor to be his grade school football coach. May God Bless you abundantly for all Eternity. Rest in Peace. With Love, Coach Bill Piccirillo
Bill Karr and Family
March 26, 2024
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
veronica rangel
March 26, 2024
My heart reaches out to the family at this time of sorrow, we know that God will be with us as we mourn the death of our loved one. Stay with the Lord our rock in weary place.Hold on our comfort comes when we need it. Aba Veronica Range
Mercy Home for Boys & Girls
March 25, 2024
On behalf of Fr. Scott Donahue and Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, we would like to extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Brian Leonard.
May the angels lead him into paradise; may the martyrs come to welcome him and take him to the holy city, the new and eternal Jerusalem.
Jeannine Giovanazzi
March 23, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs to all.
Joe and Jeni Giovanazzi.
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