George-DeLeone-Obituary

George DeLeone

Sarasota, Florida

1948 - 2022

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Sarasota, Florida
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MD Anderson Cancer Center

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George DeLeoneGeorge DeLeone, of Sarasota, FL passed away March 1, 2022 in Sarasota Hospice House. He is the beloved husband of Barbara Tringali DeLeone. Born in New Haven, CT on May 9, 1948 son of the late George and Palma DeLucia DeLeone, George was a graduate of Fairfield Prep, UCONN and...

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Barbara - Jose and I are sending you are deepest heartfelt condolences. We knew George was sick but not to what extent. Porter sends lots of snuggles and puppy nose kisses. I´m sure the community in Waverley is supporting you in any way they can. Hugs.

Coach D. touched the lives of so many players throughout his long and accomplished coaching career including my own. He loved the game of football and he passed that love, knowledge, and enthusiasm down to all his players. Coach knew how to prepare you for the task ahead, gave you confidence and encouragement in accomplishing that task, and made you feel special whatever the outcome.

I have such great memories of George and I growing up together. From 1959 - 1962 we attended St Aedan's Grammar School and were Alter Boy's at the church. We were either at his house or my house for weekend sleepovers. We used to customize model cars. He had the first color T.V. in the neighborhood. I remember the first time we watched it together, NBC and the Peacock. We graduated from St. Aedan's in 1962. He went to Fairfield Prep High School. I went to Notre Dame High, West Haven CT. They...

Our deepest condolences to the family. I had the pleasure of working with Barb at EA in Manchester, CT. I met George multiple times. He was one of the sweetest souls I have ever met. Best Pizza maker and host extraordinaire. His smile & laugh was contagious. Sending peace, love and light.