Leno Bevilacqua
April 20 1927 - December 28 2023
Visitation :
John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Wednesday January 3rd 2024 4-7 PM
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212
Services:
Mass of Christian Burial
Thursday January 4th 2024 at 10:00 am
St. Elizabeth Catholic Church
6077 Sharon Woods Boulevard
Columbus
, Ohio 43229
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Obituary
Leno Luigi Bevilacqua passed away Dec. 28, 2023 of natural causes at the age of 96. He was born April 20, 1927. Leno is survived by daughter, Denita Connor; son, Robert (Diana) Bevilacqua; grandchildren, Michael (Katy) Connor, Valerie (Nathan) Cates, Janelle (Geoffrey) Thomas; great-grandchildren, Rory Connor, Oliver, Nolan, and Everett Cates, and William Thomas; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 71 years, Jane Lucia (DelSignore) Bevilacqua; parents, Luigi and Concettina (Casanta) Bevilacqua; siblings, Edino (Sarah), Wedo (Jane), Dolores Johnson, and Gloria (Joe) Asmo. Leno served proudly during WWII in the Army Air Corps / USAF 3019th and 3086th Airborne Groups and is a member of the VFW Post 8794. After his service, Leno was an entrepreneur, starting several businesses, including L&W Texaco, Ledo's Lounge, Diamond Vending, and W/L Bevilacqua Builders. Because of his love of his Italian heritage and golf, he served as Vice President of the Abruzzi Club and President of the American-Italian Golf Association and was a member of the Riviera Country Club. He was a strong supporter and member of FOP Lodge 9. He was always there for family, friends and neighbors to lend a hand or to build, fix, or repair anything. He would have a good story to tell, whether you were a friend or a new acquaintance. He will be missed by all. A visitation will be held on Wed, Jan 3, 2024 at the John Quint Treboni Funeral Home, 1177 W 5th Ave. Columbus, Ohio 43212 from 4-7 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 am on Thur, Jan 4, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 6077 Sharon Woods Blvd, Columbus, Ohio 43229 followed by a procession to St. Joseph Cemetery, 6440 S. High St. Lockbourne, Ohio 43137. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the name of Leno Bevilacqua to Life Care Alliance by phone (614) 278-3130, mail at 1699 W. Mound Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223, or by online link at johnquint.com where you can also leave a condolence.
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Leno Bevilacqua
From : Judy Rowland
To : Leno Bevilacqua
Date: January 2nd 2024
Denita and Bobby, Your Dad was a very special man. All who knew him loved him. We didn't see each other often, but when we did, he never forgot my name and always greated me with a warm hug. I am sure he is resting in Heaven with your wonderful Mom.
From : Janice E Ritchey
To : Leno
Date: January 2nd 2024
I will miss you and your smiles Leno. We had so many great times together at the FOPA ASSOCIATE LODGE and the Whitehall VFW. You were so interesting to talk to. Prayers for all your family
From : Richard Curry
To : Family
Date: January 3rd 2024
Leno was one of our best. Part of that greatest generation and a wonderful person. I was very proud to have been able to know him. My sincere sympathy to the family for his loss.
From : Louis John Asmo
To : Denita and Bobby Bevilacqua
Date: January 4th 2024
Your Father, my Uncle Leno, was among the greatest men I have ever known. He was always helpful to as many people as possible and in more than one way. He was always smiling, pleasant, funny, and with a story or 2 or 3 or more to tell in his own unique and memorable way. I have so many memories of him and his humor and his work as I even remember L & W Texaco on Parsons Avenue. Plus I can tell many jokes that I originally heard from him. Certainly, your Dear Father was one of a kind and is now in Heaven with your Mother and my Aunt Jane. And, I know he already telling jokes and has everybody laughing including St. Peter and God Himself. Lastly, I truly believe Uncle Leno is still with us only now in a form that we do not yet understand. I have talked with him the past 3 days as I can't get him off my mind and I feel his responses and can hear his voice within my brain and my heart. Your Father, my Uncle Leno, will live FOREVER and we shall join him sooner rather than later.
Your Loyal Cousin and FOREVER Friend,
Louis J. Asmo
From : Ron Melchiorre
To : Denita Bevilacqua
Date: January 4th 2024
My prayers and thoughts to you and your family…..
From : Sam Carfagna
To : Denita
Date: January 4th 2024
I truly loved your father. What a friend to all. A good joke always got a laugh. He will be sadly missed, on and off the Bocce Court.
From : Dave Clager
To : Family
Date: January 4th 2024
Leno was one of best friends (Rick Mangini) uncle. You always felt better about yourself after talking to Leno. Have Rick tell you about Leno’s bus stop story.
From : Sue Riccevuto Ammon
To : Denita
Date: January 4th 2024
Denita - I am so sorry to hear about your dad. It's not easy losing a parent. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue Ricevuto Ammon