Robert J. Leonardo 58 of Westport died Thursday, February 4, 2010, at home after a heroic battle with cancer. At the time of his death, he was surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Darlene (Nunnelly) Leonardo. Born in Fall River, the son of the late Antone & Mary (Abren) Leonardo of Westport. He was a self-employed framer and a parishioner of Our Lady of Grace Church.
Bob was a very loving, caring, giving man who always put his family and friends first. Bob’s passion in life was spending time with his family. He enjoyed taking his children and grandchildren on many vacations. He also enjoyed traveling with friends. He was an avid New England sports fan and NASCAR fan.
Besides his wife of 42 years, survivors include 3 children: Wendy Dechaine (husband Joey) of Westport, Robert J. Leonardo Jr. (fiancée Diane Aubin) of Rehoboth, and Jennifer Leonardo (husband Shane Rivenbark) of Westport; 5 grandchildren: Robby Leonardo, Jessica, Matthew, Nicholas, & Zachary Dechaine; Also survived by one sister Constance Fennelly of Swansea, 2 brothers: Richard A. Leonardo of New York and Philip J. Leonardo of Westport. Many nieces & nephews. He was also the brother of the late Anthony Leonardo of Dighton.
His funeral will take place from the MANUEL ROGERS & SONS FUNERAL HOME; 1521 N. Main St. MONDAY at 8:45 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in Our Lady of Grace Church, Sanford Rd. Westport at 10:00 A.M. Cremation to follow. Calling hours SUNDAY 4-7 P.M. Kindly omit flowers, donations may be made in Robert’s memory.