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Leo Michael Servidio, 86, of Gainesville, passed away peacefully at home on August 23, 2011, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on October 25, 1924 in New York City, the son of Michael and Frances Servidio. Following graduation from Stamford High School in 1942, Mr. Servidio enlisted in the Army, serving in both World War II and the Korean War until his return to the States in 1953. After moving his family to Florida in 1965, Mr. Servidio became employed at National Standard Life Insurance Company, where he was consistently recognized for his excellence in sales, earning the company's highest honor, "Man of the Year", in 1971. An avid sports enthusiast, Mr. Servidio was a lifelong and loyal fan of the Chicago Cubs, Bears and Blackhawks. Those he has left behind will forever cherish memories of him as a man devoted to his family, a man of strong faith, and a man of bravery and fighting spirit.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Linda (DiGisi), three children: Dr. Susan Kennedy of Granville, Ohio; Michael (Judith Bly) of Tampa; Lisa Petersen of Gainesville, and one beloved granddaughter, Shannon Elyse Kennedy.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, August 30, 2011 from 4-7 p.m. at WILLIAMS-THOMAS FUNERAL HOME DOWNTOWN 404 N. Main St.
A Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Faith Catholic Church, 747 N.W. 43rd Street with Fr. John Phillips as celebrant.
For those wishing to remember Mr. Servidio through a lasting gift, the family requests. donations to Haven Hospice of Gainesville.
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for LEO SERVIDIO
August 21, 2014
Dear Dad,
I have been thinking of you so much as we get closer to the 23rd. Of course, Mom and I will be going to church that day. There is never a day that goes by that I don't think of you--your smile, you playing Upwords trying to cheat making you the winner over Mom, just talking with you on the phone and so many other memories I have of you. I wish you could meet Paul. He once told me, if you were alive he would tell you that he will always take care of me. He is such a warm,loving and giving person. He reminds me so much of you and how bless I am to have met him. Dad, May you always Rest In Peace and May God Be With You. You are in our hearts and thoughts each day. You are without a doubt, My Number One Daddy. God Bless. Love, Lisa
June 13, 2014
Dear Dad, Just wanted to say Happy Father's Day to the best Dad anyone could ever have. I will be thinking of you on Sunday as I do each day. If anyone is deserving of this special day it has to be you as I know Sue and Mike will agree. I will be lighting a candle for you tomorrow and saying a pray for you. Dad, May you always Rest In Peace. May God be with you. Love you very much. Happy Fathers Day. Love Lisa
April 18, 2014
Dad, Remembering you today on this beautiful Good Friday and Easter weekend. Think of you everyday. Always know I love you more than words can say. May You Always Rest In Peace. How I wish I could see and talk with you. I love You Dad, Lisa
February 7, 2014
Dad, As I was driving to work today, the radio station said it was Crossing Guard Day. I smiled thinking of you. Miss you so very much and Love you. May you Rest In Peace. Love Lisa
October 23, 2013
Dear Dad,
Remembering you on this very special day. May you always rest in peace. I love you,
Lisa
August 20, 2013
Dear Dad, It is a early Tuesday morning a few days before your two year anniversary. Again, I am re-living that week. I remember this past Sunday two years ago how we all gathered around you. Mr.Umlauf said a special pray and you looked up at him and smiled.Everyone else said good bye to you but me. I just could not do it. I hoped for a miracle,but I knew time was at a end. I do remember how you looked at me and you also gave me a smile as to say, Its okay Lisa.And Tuesday morning when I woke up and looked in on you and I knew you were still with us,but about 15 minutes later I heard nothing and I knew you were home with God. How hard it was waking up Mom then calling Sue and Mike. We have so many memories that puts a smile on our face a tear in our eyes. For Mom, each day is a struggle as I know if the role was reversed it would be the same for you. For Sue,Mike,and myself we are so honored to have you for our Dad. And the greatest gifts I ever received was taking care of you when you were dying and also without a doubt saying your eulogy. Dad, Friday Mom and I will go to church to pray and lite a candle. I am sure Sue and Mike will also do something special for you. I miss those pearly whites and not being able to see you each day,but I do know you are safe and our angel. May God Bless You and Continue your journey. Love You Forever Lisa
July 22, 2013
Dad, remembering you as the 23rd of the month is upon us. I miss you so much, Dad, and think of you every day. May you rest in peace. Continue your beautiful journey.
Love you always,
Lisa
June 14, 2013
Dad, remembering you on this beautiful Father's Day weekend. You are truly the best dad, and Sue, Mike and myself are honored to have you as our father.
Love you,
Lisa
May 23, 2013
Dear Dad,
It is a early Thursday Morning on this 23rd of May.I can't believe we are almost at your two year anniversary. For me and I know for Mom it seems like 22 years that you left. I will be thinking of you on this day,but even if it was not the 23rd I think of you each day. I know you will continue your beautiful jouney. Give hugs and kisses to my sweet Augie,Peb,Drew and Kodac. May you always Rest In Peace. Love You Always Dad. Lisa
April 23, 2013
Dear Dad, Thinking of you on the 23rd of April as the two year mark is almost upon us. I know God is guiding you and keeping you safe as your journey continues. Think of you each day and miss you dearly.It is a beautiful Tuesday morning as the sun is coming up.The last week has been cloudy and rainy,but not today. Give my sweet Aug,Peb,Drew, and Kod kisses from their Mommy. Take good care of them. RIP, Love You Lisa
March 29, 2013
Dear Dad, Thinking of you on this beautiful Easter weekend. May God always be with you. Love Lisa
March 22, 2013
Dad, Thinking of you on this beautiful day. Mom and I will be going to church tomorrow remembering you. Think of you each day and miss you more than words can say. Rest In Peace and continue your journey. Love You, Lisa
February 22, 2013
Dear Dad,
It is one day before your Anniversary Date and just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you. I know you realize what is going on with me and I am remembering what you would tell me, Lisa have Faith. I am trying so hard Dad and I know what happens is for the best. I have lost so much weight and under so much stress,but I know the good Lord and You will watch over me. I do have Faith and I know he is testing me to be strong. Dad, we all miss you so much especially mom. Wayne is very ill. I know you will look after him.All my kisses to my Auggie,Pebbles,Drew and Kodac. Dad, I will be strong and keep you posted. Continue your beautiful journey. I will love you forever. Always Lisa
February 14, 2013
Dear Dad, Thinking of you not only today,but on this Valentines Day. I know you are at peace in Gods Kingdom. Give kisses to my sweet Peb, Aug, Drew and Kodac. I think of you all each day. May You Rest In Peace. Continue your beautiful journey. Love You Lisa
January 23, 2013
Dear Dad,
Just thinking of you on this 23rd day of January.I am looking at your picture and it brings smiles to me.Continue your beautiful journey.Love You Forever. Lisa
January 18, 2013
Dear Dad, No special reason just to let you know I am thinking of you so much lately. It is a beautiful Friday afternoon here--a little chilly with the sun shining. Continue the journey and I will be in touch on the 23rd. Love You Always and You know I miss you more than words can say. Love Lisa
December 21, 2012
Dear Dad,
Remembering you on this beautiful Holiday Season. I think of you each day and when Silent Night plays tears fill my eyes and a smile appears on my face as I think of you. Give Aug,Peb,Drew and Kod lots of hugs from there Mommy. My first Christmas
without Kod--how I will miss it. May God keep you at Peace and I know you will continue to be our Angel. Merry Christmas Dad and God Bless You Always. Continue your Journey. Love You Lisa
November 20, 2012
Dear Dad,
Remembering you on this beautiful Thanksgiving week. You are always in my heart as I think of you each and everyday. Give Auggie, Peb, Drew and my Kodac hugs and kisses from there Mommy. Rest In Peace Dad, Continue your beautiful journey as you are our angel. Love You Forever Lisa
October 25, 2012
Dear Dad, I woke up at 12:15 AM thinking of you as this would have been your 88th Birthday.It seems so long since I have written to you,but I wanted to wait until today instead of sending one on the 23rd and also today. I am going to stop at church alone just for a visit. Saturday, John and I decided to put Kodac down as he suffered a stroke. I could see each visit he was getting worse. I was in there with Kodac hugging him giving him kisses. I had him wrapped in a lavender blanket with a lavender angel to send with him. I also had a picture of you,John and Kod and another picture of myself and Kod with a note I wrote to him. After it was done, they clipped a lock of his hair and I will place a little piece in my locket and keep the rest. I will treasure my time with him forever. Dad, know we are thinking of you not only today but everyday. Miss you so much. Please take care of my precious Kodac. Enjoy your beautiful journey. Love you Forever Lisa
October 24, 2012
Thinking of you, Dad, on what would be your 88th birthday tomorrow. You are missed and never forgotten. Love, Susan
September 21, 2012
Dear Dad,
Just a short note remembering you on the upcoming date of your passing. I think of you all the time with your bright smile and pearly whites. I know you will be with me this Wed so with that no matter what the outcome I know I will be fine as you will guide me and take care of me as my Angel. Rest In Peace Forever and enjoy your journey.Love you always, Lisa
August 22, 2012
Dear Dad,
It is a early Wed. morning as I wanted to write to you one day before your one year Anniversary. I am off tomorrow so wanted to get this to you. As I am typing this, I am looking at your picture and it brings joy and sadness to me. Not only me,but we all miss you so much.Of course Mom is filled with such sadness. I am thinking of a year ago tomorrow when you left. Each day, everyday, I think of all the wonderful memories.I know you are watching over all of us.You were a wonderful Father---the best.You are at Peace and when I get sad I try to remember that.You continue your beautiful journey.I know one day we all will be together once again. Always Rest In Peace. Mom and I will go to Holy Faith to light a candle in your honor.Always know I miss and love you very much. I wish you were here with us but know you are smiling in Heaven as you look over us. I know you are my Angel and with that I will always be okay no matter what comes my way.Love Always Lisa
July 23, 2012
Dear Dad,
I can not believe it is eleven months today that the Good Lord took you from us. Mom and I went to church yesterday and said a pray for you and then Mom lite a candle for you. As we were in church Father John passed us and gave a smile our way. Mom was crying and you could see the sadness on her face. I too was sad,but would not let her see it. I am thinking of this time last year each day each event. You were so strong Dad. Words can not begin to tell you or anyone how much I miss you. Always will.We have so many wonderful memories to hold in our heart. Dad, Rest in Peace forever. Again, thank you for being my angel and protecting us all. I always tell Mom, Dad is everywhere and she just smiles and says, I wish he was right here with us. Enjoy your journey. Love You Lisa
June 22, 2012
Dear Dad,
It is Friday morning and tomorrow marks ten months. I just can't believe it has been that long. Mom and I will be going to church on Saturday to say a pray for you. Everyday I re-live last year when you were going for your treatments. You were so brave Dad. I really thought you would beat the odds,you always did. I remember telling Mike, Dad is eating popsicles he may be okay. I know you are in a beautiful place as your journey continues. Your memory will always live on as you surrend us. Rest In Peace Forever. Love You Dad Lisa
June 15, 2012
Dear Dad, It is a early Friday morning as we head into a beautiful Fathers Day weekend. I must say, this has been the hardest week for me with Fathers Day coming and then the week after Fathers Day is when we found out about your condition. First, you truly deserve this very special "holiday" as without a doubt you are the best Dad ever. I admire you for so many wonderful qualities. They have a special section coming out Sunday in the Gainesville Sun where you can submit a photo of your Dad. I submitted a family photo. In sending the picture you had to give some info and one of the things was why it was your favorite. I told them it was the last family photo before you passed away. If selected, it will be in the paper on Sunday honoring all the fathers. Mom and I will go to church Sunday. I know Sue and Mike will honor you also. Words can never tell you how much I miss you. Life is not the same without you. I think of you every second of my day.Sometimes I smile or sometimes I have tears in my eyes. But I know you are beside me watching over me as my special angel. Happy Fathers Day as I honor you on Sunday but each and everyday. Rest In Peace as your journey contines. Love You Dad Lisa
May 23, 2012
Dear Dad,
It is a early Wed. morning as a sit at my desk. How I miss you so much. I wish I could speak to you face to face and tell you so many things. It still is so hard and so unfair you are gone. Mom and I are going to church later to light a candle for you.Mom spoke to Mr.Nuzzo on Sunday and he was telling her they had the company picinic. He took a few minutes at the picinic and dedicated a few words to honor you. Mom saw Dr.Slatten last week. He turned to Mom and said, Linda you probably will live to be 90. She said, No not without Leo. How she misses you so much. No one can understand the pain Mom is going through. I can't imagine what she goes through each day. I lost a Father she lost a husband of sixty years. I know you are in a better place watching over Mom,Sue,Mike and myself as our very special angel. I always try to remember that on the very sad days. May you rest in Peace forever. I love you Dad. You are the best. Lisa
April 23, 2012
Hi Dad, It is eight months today. I can not believe it. Mom and I went to church yesterday. The church was beautiful with white,pink and purple flowers on the altar. Of course we miss and think of you each day every minute of the day. I can see the sadness in Mom. I hope God will give her some strength. I think she is doing well for all she has been through,but the pain and sadness will never leave her or myself. Kodac comes Thursday for a very short visit. I can't wait until I see him. I will only have one or two visits with him and then I will go to Richmond to see my precious Kodac. I look at my memories I have of you and it always brings a smile to me. I miss you so very much. Thank You for protecting me each day as I know you are my Angel. Rest In Peace for ever. Love You Dad Lisa
April 6, 2012
Dear Dad, It is a very early morning as today is Good Friday and Sunday is Easter one of your favorite holidays. Before coming into work I looked at all my cards I received when you passed away. I look at them once a month and it gives me such peace. Mom doing well. Dad, she tries to be strong but I know deep down inside the pain is there and will always be there until she meets with you again. I am okay, I try to be strong like you,but it is tuff. Kodac will be coming the end of the month. He brings me so much happiness as I enjoy my time with him.He is getting so very weary and at 14 his age shows. Happy Easter, Rest In Peace For Ever. Always know I love you and miss you so.Not only are you Mikes hero but certainly mine. Love You Dad Lisa
March 23, 2012
Dear Dad, Everyday, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, I wear a silver bracelet with a heart charm, showing an angel on the front and the inscription of your name on the back. I touch it whenever I need a boost of extra strength or when I'm having a challenging time with something. We all miss you. Today marks seven months since you left this earth. I will light a candle in your name after work. Cubs are looking good for this year, by the way...
Love, Susan
March 22, 2012
As I sit here today at work tomorrow marks seven months that God took you from us. I still can not believe you are gone. Sue and Carol came to visit last week. We had met Mike and Judy at your favorite place MIMI'S in Ocala. Remember? I chucked when we were there thinking about you and how much you disliked it. Mom doing okay. She misses you so much. Tomorrow Mom and I are going to church to say a pray. I am not sure what Mike and Sue will do,but I know they will be thinking of you. I know you are at Peace. I love you Dad and miss you so much. Life will never be the same. Rest in Peace. Love Always Lisa
February 23, 2012
Dear Dad,
Today marks six months since you have left us. I still can't believe you are gone. Mom and I will go to church tonight in honor of you. Sue went for ashes yesterday and Mike will honor you in his special way as we all do each day. Dad, last week I was at my desk and a friend of mine was talking with me. He saw the picture of you and me going to the pool. He said, "I know that man". I said, "no you don't that is my Dad. He held the picture and he use to work at Sports Authority with you. His name is Steve. He had me laughing so much. He said you would come in with your coffee, go to the golf area,cross your legs and wait for customers. He said No one messed with Leo!! He also knows Josh and Nicole. He said if he knew it was you at the time when you passed away he would have been there. Isn't that something? Dad, I sit at my desk crying thinking of you. No one is here yet so it is okay. I miss you so much and each day I wish Mike could go get you. I know Heaven must be a beautiful place. Don't try to run things up there okay? You know who is in charge? Rest in Peace, Hugs and kisses to you. I love you. Lisa
February 14, 2012
Dear Dad,
Happy Valentines Day. How are you Dad up in Gods world? I wanted to wish you a Happy Valentines Day. Mom and I have started a grief support class. Last night was the 2nd session and we had to bring a picture of our loved one. I brought the one of you and I going to the pool, and of course My Daddy is Number One Photo.Mom brought the wedding picture of both of you and a few others. The first week we had to tell about our loved one. The teacher said, tell me about Mr. Leo. Well Mom filled with tears and I did most of the talking. I will try to lay by the pool this weekend.I know you will be right by my side. We miss you so very much and of course we love you. Mom misses you so very much. Happy Valentines Day,I miss you more than anyone knows. Lisa
January 23, 2012
Dad, Five months today that you went to be with God. Mom and I went to church yesterday and said a pray. I know Sue and Mike remembered you in there special way also. It is still so hard,life will never be the same without you,but we try to be strong. I am so greatful Judy and Mike made the video in your honor because it helps me and Mom so much. Mom is trying so hard. She has started back knitting and doing a slow dance class at the clubhouse with three other ladies. How about that? Not a day,minute or hour goes by that I do not think of you each day. You rest in Peace. I love you Dad. Lisa
December 19, 2011
Dear Dad,
Less than one week before Christmas and this is probably the hardest week for me. I am off from work starting 12/21 so I wanted to take this time and let you know I am thinking of you during this time of year,but I know you know I think of you each day. Mom and I will be going to church on the 23rd to light a candle in your honor. I have been crying so much lately,but I do try to be strong in front of Mom. I try to remember you are right beside us, guding us,and watching over us as our angel.Mom dreams of you every night and she tells me about it and a smile appears. She is having a hard time,but I tell her, he is right here. Dad, I miss you so much. It is so hard day by day without you.I know I can not question God. He had a reason for this.I love you Dad.God Bless you always. Love Lisa
November 23, 2011
Dad,
It has been three months today that God took you from us. It truly is the hardest thing all of us have ever gone through. We are trying to be strong but it is so hard. Mom and Sue will to to church today and light a candle for you. I will go tomorrow and light a candle on Thanksgiving day and give thanks that we had you for so many years. And Mike as he does everyday will hold you close in his heart as we all do. I miss you so much. Love Always Lisa
October 25, 2011
Dad, Happy 87th Birthday. I woke up today at 1:30 AM and was thinking of you today like I always do each day. Thank you for being our angel and watching over us. We all miss you so much. You would be so proud of Mom. I wish you were here with us. I miss you so much. I wish I could come and get you,but I know you are safe with God. Pray, Stay together and Love One Another. Love Always Lisa
susan kennedy
October 24, 2011
Dad, will honor your birthday tomorrow by lighting a special candle at church. Despite the overcast and rainy weather this week, the forecast for your birthday (10/25) is sunny and mild. How appropriate. Love, Susan
Cheryl Smith
September 23, 2011
Who could ever forget that smile....a smile so bright, like a shining star. We don't ask God why...as he has a plan for all of us. I just ask that you comfort and watch over My Aunt Linda, Susan, Michael, and Lisa. I light a candle in your honor. I love you and you are missed dearly.
Susan Kennedy
September 4, 2011
Dad, I learned so much about you at the service last week. You were not only a great father and loving husband (which, of course, I knew), but also a mentor to those you worked with, many years ago and more recently. You have "set the bar", I learned, as a model family man. Lisa, Michael and I will always hold you in our hearts for your constant love and support. Mom will surely miss you more than words can say, but will be taken care of and will be fine. We will all "pray, stay together, and take care of each other". No worries.
You surely did not deserve the horror of cancer. I am only grateful that your suffering was relatively short-lived and you were able to remain at home, as you wished.
We all miss you....
Your daughter,
Susan
Julie Brabham
August 31, 2011
To Lisa and the Servidio family - I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Leo. I remember all the stories Lisa used to tell us about Leo and what a fun loving man he was. May he rest in peace in the arms of the Lord and may the family find peace in your cherished memories of him.
Jesus Our Savior
Susan Snyder
August 30, 2011
For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
(Romans 8:38,39)
My prayers are with your family.
August 29, 2011
Leo my golfing friend. We both enjoyed the days at Ironwood and then also life in the Meadowbrook community. This southern boy will certainly miss my northern friend.
God Bless Leo,
George Bass
My Beloved Uncle Leo
Cheryl Smith-Sipos
August 26, 2011
My Dear Uncle Leo,
Letting Go
Letting go is never easy,
Nor is it often kind;
Thoughts of what used to be,
Go running through your mind.
You'll bore all your friends,
Talking about the one you love so;
You'll regret the things said and unsaid,
And you'll ask, "Why'd you have to go?"
But the time will come,
When you'll let all the feelings show;
You'll cry rivers of tears,
But don't be afraid ... you're just letting go.
You'll feel like you've gone crazy,
And should be locked up in a padded cell;
Tho' way deep down inside you know,
That given time, you'll once again be well.
Just remember,
That as long as the memories are there,
A loved one never truly dies;
And we'll all meet once again,
In the sweet bye and bye.
You are in my heart and soul,
Your neice, Cheryl
My Beloved Uncle Leo
Cheryl Smith
August 26, 2011
Letting Go
Letting go is never easy,
Nor is it often kind;
Thoughts of what used to be,
Go running through your mind.
You'll bore all your friends,
Talking about the one you love so;
You'll regret the things said and unsaid,
And you'll ask, "Why'd you have to go?"
But the time will come,
When you'll let all the feelings show;
You'll cry rivers of tears,
But don't be afraid ... you're just letting go.
You'll feel like you've gone crazy,
And should be locked up in a padded cell;
Tho' way deep down inside you know,
That given time, you'll once again be well.
Just remember,
That as long as the memories are there,
A loved one never truly dies;
And we'll all meet once again,
In the sweet bye and bye.
August 26, 2011
And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow.
Revelation 21:4
To the Servidio family, from a very dear frend. Cynthia Ashford
Lisa Petersen
August 26, 2011
Dad, You were the best father anyone could ever ask for. I hope one day I have half of the qualities that you have as a person. I miss you so much and will always love you and cherrish all the time I had with you. I will always remember so many things you taught me about people and life. I will always hold close in my heart the saying you once told me, Pray, Stay together and Love One Another. Love Always, Your Daughter Lisa
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