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Leonora Johnson Obituary
Born in Canastota, on March 18, 1956, she was the daughter of Leon and Cora Smith James. A lifelong resident of Canastota, Lee was a graduate of Canastota High School and the Utica School of Commerce. She married Bruce L. Johnson in St. Agatha's Church on Feb.16, 1974.
Lee was the manager of McDonald's of Oneida for the past twenty years and previously was employed as the bookkeeper for the former Cerio's Big M Market and its successor which was owned and operated by the late Joseph Foley. She coached the Canastota Pop Warner cheerleaders, was a member of the Canastota Fire Department Auxiliary and professionally won numerous "Manager of the Year" awards, the Ray Kroc National Award and was honored with her picture hanging on the walls of Hamburger University. Mrs. Johnson was of the Catholic faith.
Surviving besides her husband, Bruce, are her three daughters and their spouses, Kristie (Jeffrey) Gilliland, Tracy (Anthony, Jr.) Cesario and Cora Johnson, all of Canastota; her son, Brandon Perkins of Canastota; her four grandchildren, Abby Gilliland, Devin Gilliland, Anthony Cesario III and Chelsea Cesario; two sisters, Frances Muir of Canastota and Geraldine "Gigi" (Rodney) Parody of Camden; one brother, Leon James of Oneida; three special friends, Diane Pratt, Becky Wheeler and Heather Cesario; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a sister, Maryann O'Connell.
Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday from the Campbell-Dean Funeral Home, 300 South Peterboro Street, Canastota, with Justin Pratt, officiating. Private interment will be made in Whitelaw Cemetery, Friends may call at the funeral home, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Thursday. Contributions, in her memory, may be made to the Fund Committee at HOA, 5008 Brittonfield Parkway, East Syracuse, NY 13057.
To leave a message of condolence, please visit www.campbell-dean.com.
CAMPBELL-DEAN FUNERAL HOME, INC.
Canastota
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Sharon Tornatore-Sgroi
June 30, 2016
Dear Bruce and Jeff and families, I was so sad to hear of your dear Lee's death. Too soon! I will always remember how her lovely spirit would shine whenever we crossed paths...a truly sweet, genuine person. Peace to all of you.
Fred & Rose Bavo
June 29, 2016
We enjoyed working with you Lee and we will miss you. Love you.
Marty & Marie Clarke
June 27, 2016
Bruce & Girls,
I want you all to know how very sad we are with your loss. If there is any thing you need please let me know. Lee was truely a good person, a caring mom , and a devoted wife. You were all blest to be her family. I recall many great memories when we were all much younger. You are all in our thoughts. She now has Christ as her new best friend, and heaven as her reward.
Marty & Marie Clarke
Patty Schultheis Mack
June 27, 2016
There are no words to offer that will take away the deep sorrow you all have in your hearts. Lee was always kind and genuine whenever I would see her. Even at her busiest times, she would take a moment to ask how my sisters and I were, or how my nephew was. She was an incredible, selfless person and I feel privileged to have known her. Please take comfort in all of your love and memories shared.
Betsy Cesarini
June 27, 2016
To the entire family:
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories, cherish each and every one. You all have an angel watching over you. Please know your in our thoughts.
Jim-Betsy Cesarini
Tami Leggett(Jaquin)
June 27, 2016
Frannie & family... I'm so very sorry for your loss. Am thinking about you all. Tami
DOREEN CUNNINGHAM
June 27, 2016
MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL THE JAMES FAMILY,
GOD BLESS.
Gene Pavone
June 27, 2016
My sincere sympathies to Bruce and the entire family . May she rest in peace !
Michaela Muench
June 27, 2016
GOD BLESS....LOVE AND PEACE TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS.....LEONORA THANK YOU FOR THE BEAUTY AND HAPPINESS YOU BROUGHT TO OUR WORLD ....ENJOY HEAVENXOXOMICHAELA AND THE FAMILY MUENCH
Linda Gero
June 26, 2016
Bruce and Family sorry to hear of Lee's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. When your heart is empty, filling it with happy memories can help you find your smile.
Bob Carolla
June 26, 2016
My condolences to all her family. I liked Lenora and her smile when we were in high school--and when I stopped at McDonald's during a visit to Canastota a few years ago. It helped me feel like, yes, I really was back home.
Margaret Bolton
June 25, 2016
Lee was a close friend to many & was one to Margaret Bolton of Clockville and she is very saddened by losing this friend & broken hearted by this news but we(Helen-her sister)both will always have her in our hearts---LOVE YOU Lee --Margaret Bolton
Mary "Lou" Hertel
June 25, 2016
I had the privilege of knowing this gentle soul, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, niece and friend. She fought a brave battle and will be remembered by many people. Her family is to be admired for staying by her side through these past tough months. May you rest in peace and know you will be remembered by all.
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