Orlando "Skip" Leonardo Jr.

Greece: at the age of 83, surrounded by family, passed peacefully on September 7th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
He is predeceased by his parents, Orlando "Skip" Sr. and Antoinette Leonardo. Skip Jr. is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Anne Leonardo; sisters, Clare Leonardo, Gloria Clayton; His loving children, Lisa VanDeViver, Tony (Val) Leonardo, Mike (Laura) Leonardo; grandchildren Anthony (Margaret) Leonardo, Christina (Nick) Simone, Alex VanDeViver, Nick Leonardo, Evan Leonardo, Chase Leonardo; great grandchildren, Mia, Nina, Leia Leonardo; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Skip Jr. proudly worked side by side with his father, Skip Sr., who was the original owner of Skips Market and Prime Meat House. When Skip Sr. sold the business, Skip Jr. ventured off to co-own Katz Brothers Wholesale Meats where he worked to the age of 55 and successfully retired in 1997.
After retirement he devoted his time to helping others through charitable organizations including Open Arms & Hearts.
Skip Jr. was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great grandfather. One of his greatest joys came from watching his grandchildren play sports. He was an avid fisherman, golfer, bowler, and loved to watch all sports.
He will be remembered for his generosity, humor, strength, and competitive nature. He lived for his family and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Services to be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Lipson Cancer Center in his memory.