Leonard Colella, 66 of Sun City, Huntley, passed away on Wednesday morning, February 15, 2017 following an extended illness.
He was born August 15, 1950 in Oak Park, Illinois the son of Leonard M. and Anna Marie (Abbamonte) Colella. He grew up in Chicago and graduated from Taft High School. He was united in marriage to Patricia L. Martin on July 15, 1972. The couple made their home in Norwood Park, where they raised their family and Leonard worked as an electrician for the City of Chicago for many years, retiring in 2000. In 2002 they moved to Huntley. He loved to fish and spend time with his dog, Murphy.
He is survived by his wife, Patricia of Huntley, his son, Nick (Sarah) Colella and Jessica Colella both of Chicago, his grandchildren, Josie and Luca and his brother, Robert (Nancy) Colella of Carol Stream.
Visitation will be from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Friday, February 17th at the DeFiore-Jorgensen Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral Mass will be held at 2:00 p.m. and the family will greet friends prior at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 18th at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery. For more information please call 847-515-8772 or online condolences can be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com
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I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength. Our most sincere condolences. Love, Izabela
May my condolences bring you comfort and may my prayers ease the pain of your loss. Love Kathy
Our Deepest Sympathy. Lenny was one of those guys you never forget! Always fun with a true heart. We are so sorry for your loss but know his spirit is happy and free. God Bless you Lenny and peace and strength to your family.
Remembering all the times we have spent together over the years to the soundtrack of Albert and Lennie laughing. Our hearts are truly saddened with his passing and pray that he is finally pain free. With our Deepest Sympathy. Love, Jacqui
Dear Patty and family, not sure if you remember me. I was Lens nurse at the pain clinic. He was one of my favorite patients. Patty you and Len always treated me like family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was a big personality who will be missed. Hugs to you all