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Francis LEYES Obituary
Francis X. "Frank" Leyes, age 77, of Dayton, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021. Francis was born May 7, 1944, in Hamilton, Ohio, the son of the late Herbert and Margaret (Smith) Leyes. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Carolyn and Catherine Leyes. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Mable (Fortner) Leyes; two children, Penny (Doug) Colvin, Daniel (Amanda) Leyes; three brothers, Edward (Mary), Paul (Anita) and Matthew (Joyce); five grandchildren, Kirsti Denny, Chase Mathews, Liam, Owen and Nora Leyes; four great-grandchildren, Stella, Memphis, Remington and Micah. He is also survived by his beloved dog, Smoky. Frank was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps serving during Vietnam and retired from the Inland Division of General
Motors after 37 years of service. He was a member of the Church of the Incarnation, The NRA and was a drag racing
enthusiast. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, November 12, 2021, from The Church of the
Incarnation, 7415 Far Hills Avenue. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the church from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the mass on Friday. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Incarnation Parish in his memory. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at
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Tonya and Steve
November 12, 2021
We are so very sorry for your loss. We would be there with if we could be please know you are always on our minds and in our thoughts. We love you. RIH Frank.
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Pia Kanistros
November 11, 2021
Mayble, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. May he be resting in the Arms of God knowing everlasting peace, comfort, and joy. May his memory be eternal. May God be with you and all of your family and friends during this time of grief and loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do please ask!
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