David Lee O'Leary

David Lee O'Leary obituary, Louisville, KY

David Lee O'Leary

David Lee O'Leary Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ratterman Southwest Funeral Home on Aug. 25, 2021.

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O'Leary, David "Da-Da" Lee, 66, passed away Monday, August 23, 2021.
Da-Da was a West-End legend and Portland icon in the Portland Festival Parade. He enjoyed participating at the Harbor House, the home of the Ken-Ducky Derby. He met with friends daily and never met a stranger.
He was preceded by his parents, Leonard and Louise O'Leary; and brother, Timothy Ray O'Leary.
Da-Da is survived by his brothers, William "Mike" O'Leary; James "Pat" O'Leary (Peggy) and Kim O'Leary (Paula); special friend, Kathy White; and one nephew and four nieces.
His celebration of life service will be held 10 a.m. Monday at Ratterman Southwest Funeral Home, 4832 Cane Run Rd. with burial in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation 2-8 p.m. Sunday at Rattermans.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the Harbor House, 2231 Lower Hunters Trace, 40216.

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Teda

September 4, 2021

Rest well my friend. I will always remember you playing your guitar singing to me in Elmer's market. It Was a pleasure knowing you. To da da's family my condolences. He will be missed. What an addition to heaven he will be.

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