Michael-O'Leary-Obituary

Michael J. O'Leary

Auburn, New York

Aug 9, 1939 – Nov 1, 2025

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BORN
August 9, 1939
DIED
November 1, 2025
LOCATION
Auburn, New York
CHARITY
American Heart Association

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Michael J. O'Leary, 86, passed away on November 1, 2025 at home with family. Mike was born on August 9, 1939 in Shamokin, Pennsylvania to the late James and Anna O'Leary.He played right tackle for Shamokin High School in the 1950's on its formidable varsity football team. One of his proudest...

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THE best teacher I ever had in my life. I remember being a senior at Union Springs and Mr. O´Leary turned me on to a math programming language called Fortran. I then went on and got two degrees in Information Technology and worked professionally at it for 35 years before retiring early. This was all because of that one day. This man changed my life. Thank you Mr. O´Leary - God bless you - Rest in peace.

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My condolences to Mr. O´Leary´s Family. He was one my favorite teachers.

Bridget, my deepest sympathy to you and the entire the O'Leary family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mike was one of the best, better than all the rest deeply enjoyed our friendship at USCS and visiting him at home.

Mr. O'Leary was a significant influence in my becoming a teacher. I always remembered his comment that 'you never know when you will need math'. He was right as I entered my first career as a retail buyer where statistical analysis became a constant for me. USCS Class of '67

We are very sorry for your loss.Mike & Carol were wonderful neighbors and have fond memories of them growing up in the neighborhood in Owasco. Our condolences to all their children. RIP? Vince & Cathy Iannone.

There were teachers throughout our lives that changed us, made us better. Mr. O´Leary was one of them. He always smiled; and never stopped seeking ways to get each of us to understand and love math. You made the world a better place, and I thank you.

My condolences to Mr. O´Leary´s family. Just looking at his smiling face makes me smile. What a wonderful inspiring teacher he was. He was loved by so many of his students. Rest in peace Mr. O´Leary.