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Ernest Leone

Ernest Leone

  • May 12, 1949 - February 5, 2012
  • West Grove, Pennsylvania
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“Evie, I'm so very sorry to learn of Ernie's passing. I have many good memories of him, Glen Marston and the time we spent swimming. Again my...Read More » ”
1 of 13 | Posted by: Samuel Rizzotte - Springfield, OH

“It was an honor having Ernie for a friend. Until we meet again, peace be with you and God's comfort to the family. ”
2 of 13 | Posted by: Eddie & Lois Zunino - PA - Friend

“Anthony, Nick and Brenda, Ernie can never be replaced.. I am grateful that he was part of my life. ”
3 of 13 | Posted by: susan davis - ocean city, MD

“Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry for your loss. ”
4 of 13 | Posted by: Kristian Testa Chester - MT

“Rest in Peace friend~ ”
5 of 13 | Posted by: Dan Eliasen - Woodbury Heights, NJ

“Many fond childhood memories, at the pool, at our home, and with the Leone family. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. ”
6 of 13 | Posted by: Rose Ann Hess (DiNorscia) - CO

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.He will be greatly missed. Patti & Joe Testa ”
7 of 13 | Posted by: Patti & Joe Testa - MT - Friends

“Nick and Anthony, I am sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. You have my deepest sympathy. Charley Hepner ”
8 of 13 | Posted by: Charley Hepner, Arobone & Company

“I used to work for Ernie at Mushroom Central when he first was getting started and what a great guy he was and the Leone family made me feel like...Read More » ”
9 of 13 | Posted by: Kevin Diaz - Atlanta , GA

“Remembering the times at 35 th and Market st., and at the pool behind the mushroom houses. Butch ”
10 of 13 | Posted by: Paul ( Butch ) Spring - DE

“A man who lived life to it's fullest. Remember the phrase, "Whoever has the most toys?" I think you won. Peace to you Ernie. Sincere thoughts to the...Read More » ”
11 of 13 | Posted by: Becky Tolmie - West Grove, PA

“When you walked into M/C, you walked into Ernie's home and he made you feel that way. He appreciated local business because he came from local...Read More » ”
12 of 13 | Posted by: Chuck Freese - West Grove, PA

“So many great memories. Thoughts and prayers to Brenda and the whole family. Chris,Kristin,Chase and Cole Hedrick ”
13 of 13 | Posted by: Chris Hedrick - Montpelier , VA


ERNEST LEONE, age 62, of West Grove, PA, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2012 at his vacation home in West Yellowstone, Montana.

Born in Wilmington, DE, he was the son of Alfred Leone of Kennett Square, PA and the late Gladys Leardi Leone.

Ernie was President of Mushroom Central Supply in Toughkenamon, PA. In his younger years, he worked at the Suburban Bakery, which was a family business.

He was an officer and life time member of the Italian American Club in Kennett Square, Pa, and a member of the National Rifle Association. Ernie was an avid outdoorsman and hunter.

Ernie enjoyed spending time with his fiancée, Brenda, while splitting their time at their home in West Grove and at their home in Montana, where she owned and operated the Buffalo Trading Company.

He lived life to its fullest and enjoyed being with his family and friends.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his fiancée, Brenda Heverin; two sons, Anthony M. Leone and his wife Erin of Lincoln University, PA and Nicholas S. Leone and his longtime companion Nikki Szymanski of Oxford, PA; two sisters, Debbie Leone of Kennett Square, PA and Evie Leone Corrado and her husband Frank of Kennett Square, PA and two grandchildren, Dominic and Mallory.

You are invited to visit with Ernie's family and friends from 6:00 to 9:00 on Monday evening, February 13, 2012 and again from 10:00 to 11:00 on Tuesday morning, February 14, 2012, at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 300 State Road, West Grove, PA. His funeral Mass will follow at 11:00. Burial will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Route 82, Kennett Square, PA.

In lieu of flowers, a contribution in Ernie's memory may be made to, Drexel College of Medicine, Transplant Wellness Fund, Liver Transplant Dept., Hahnemann University Hospital, 216 North Broad Street, MS417, Philadelphia, PA 19102

Online condolences may be made by visiting www.griecocares.com

Arrangements by the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, Kennett Square, PA.