Obituary published on Legacy.com by Joseph J Darrow Sr Funeral Home Inc on Aug. 13, 2025.
On August 11, 2025, Sister Annette Leone, at age 83 years old, passed away at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx , New York. Sister Annette Leone resided in Hyde Park , New York for almost 50 years of her life where she dedicated her life to the Lord and Jesus Christ at The Millennial Kingdom Family Church Inc., a non-denominational church located in Hyde Park, New York. There Sister Annette helped run the Kingdom Gift Shop Inc. , a religious store for all denominations as well as promotional items for various types of occasions and businesses. Sister Annette Leone also established The Millennial Kingdom Family School Inc. a K-12 Non-Public School at the church about 60 years ago when the church was located in Rye, New York. Sister Annette Leone also supported her much loved Hyde Park community for 50 years by helping the local organizations with fundraisers, and raising public awareness on safety and health. Sister Annette's most memorable contribution to the church and to the community was her very special gift from the Lord in public relations, where she became close friends with many well-known and highly respected officials in Dutchess County. Sister Annette also dedicated countless hours spiritually counseling people from all walks of life from around the world. Sister Annette loved to hand out her prayer cards and gifts to encourage and make others feel Christ and God's love. I know in the hearts of many Sister Annette will be forever loved, cherished and remembered always. Sister Annette Leone was born at Westchester Square Hospital in the Bronx, New York on July 03, 1942 by her parents Laura and Girolomo Leone who are deceased. Sister Annette Leone loved her memories growing up in the Bronx especially her high school graduation at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Sister Annette has two siblings Lawrence Leone who currently resides in Virginia , and Elaine Leone who is deceased. Sister Annette was blessed with 7 children, oldest to youngest- Stephen, Janine, Valerie, Rosey, Abraham, Isaac, and Sarah and 21 grandchildren. All Sister Annette's children, grandchildren, close family members and friends especially enjoyed her cooking, baking, crocheting and knitted gifts. Sister Annette Leone will always be remembered for being a loving, and caring mother, grandmother, Sister in Christ, and a true friend to all. Sister Annette Leone is an inspiration to all to keep fighting each and every day for all that you love especially your family and give each day and your life to the Lord and His Heavenly Beloved Son , Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. The Wake and Funeral for Sister Annette Leone will be held at The Millennial Kingdom Family Church Inc. at 30 Mansion Drive Hyde Park , New York 12538 on the following days: Friday – August 15 , 2025 5:00-9:00 pm - Wake - casket will be open Saturday – August 16, 2025 2:00-5:00 pm – Wake- casket will be closed Sunday – August 17, 2025 11:00am Funeral Service, followed by Dinner Reception 2:00-4:00 pm at Coppola's Italian Bistro in Hyde Park NY, and viewing later at 6:00pm - 7:00pm. Thank you for all the love and support for Sister Annette Leone throughout the years and May God's Blessings be with you and your family always. FLOWERS TO BE DELIVERED TO 30 MANSION DR. HYDE PARK, NY 12538 Arrangements have been entrusted to Joseph J. Darrow Sr. Funeral Home, Inc. 39 So. Hamilton St.
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. (845)452-1840. To send online condolences please visit our website at: www.darrowfuneralhome.org
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