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John Leete Obituary

John Bruce Leete January 9, 1956 ~ October 17, 2019 John Bruce Leete died peacefully October 17, 2019 in Harrisburg, PA after a brief illness. Bruce was born January 9, 1956 in Orange, NJ, the only child of John C. Leete and Dorothy Balent Leete. He was a proud member of the State College Area High School class of 1973 and enthusiastic supporter of Penn State football and the New Orleans Saints. A long-time employee of Giant Foods in State College and many other locations in the state, Bruce began and ended his life living in State College. He is survived by his son Nathan J. Leete of Seattle, WA. Bruce is remembered as good friend, loyal employee, and generous soul who lived life to the fullest and will be truly missed by those who knew him best.

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Published by Centre Daily Times on Oct. 27, 2019.

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Jessica Reichley

October 30, 2019

Lenny and I are very sorry to hear the news. We will always remember visiting you and Duncan early in the morning after work. I'll also remember him telling you the Penn state scores before you could watch the game. You will be greatly missed by us.

Herbert Cole

October 27, 2019

Bruce, my friend, Marion and I will miss you always. Your friendship can't be replaced.

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