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1920 - 2009
Mr. Leonard Leo Caputo, 88, of Rockford, died Wednesday, October 21, 2009 in Grand Rapids. Leo proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He was a longtime Greenville Public Schools bus driver and a sports enthusiast. Above all, he was a dedicated father and grandfather. He is survived by his children, Robert (Lisa) Caputo of Indiana, Bridget (Rob) Allison of New York, Amy (Luiz) Caputo Simoes of Texas, and Nancy (Jeremy) Leal of Grand Rapids; grandchildren, Fionella, Giada, and Lorenzo Caputo Simoes; sister, Nettie (John) Hepper; brother, Pete (Rosemary) Mazzara; and sister-in-law, Jean Caputo. A time of visitation will be held Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 AM at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville. Memorial contributions in Leo's honor are suggested to the Disabled American Veterans.
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There are currently 9 condolences.
jennifer linder henry
Wednesday November 4, 2009 at
12:03 PM
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hello to leonards family. i was very sad to hear that leonard had passed. he was my bus driver through all my years of school. even when i moved he made a special stop to pick me up. i use to stop by his house in sheridan to trick or treat, he always gave me 50 cent peices!! he also had coffee with my grandfather wayne linder in sheridan at the resturant. i never knew that he served in world war 2. very impressive!! once again i am very sorry to hear this news, but i am sure he is now in a better place!! thank you for taking the time to read this!
jennifer linder henry
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Lorraine McGowan
Saturday October 24, 2009 at
8:37 AM
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I was one of your fathers first "bus" kids over 40 years ago and I still remember him fondly. He made each of us feel special and that memory still remains. God bless your family at a difficult time.
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Sindi Leyrer Wimmer
Saturday October 24, 2009 at
7:50 AM
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Rob, Bridget, Amy and Nancy - Can't make it today but wanted you to know I was thinking of you. Your dad was one of the nicest men I've had the pleasure of knowing. My deepest sympathies to you and your families.
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Grace Mazzara (sister-in-law)
Friday October 23, 2009 at
8:51 PM
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My thoughts & prayers are with your whole family. Remember that each new day will bring you comfort to carry you through this difficult time. Love, Aunt Grace
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Candace Larkin
Friday October 23, 2009 at
1:18 PM
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It was a pleasure to know Leonard at Greenville Public Schools. He would stop in to see me even after he retired when he had a question about his insurance or retirement and would usually bring me a treat. I will miss seeing him. He was so proud of his children and always spoke so highly of you.
Candy Larkin
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Julie Alexander Giles
Friday October 23, 2009 at
1:11 PM
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Rob, Bridget and Amy
So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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Margaret Stindt (Mazzara)
Friday October 23, 2009 at
11:13 AM
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Robert, Bridget, Amy & Nancy,
I am deeply saddened to learn of your father's passing. My father always had funny stories to tell us growing up about Uncle Leo. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Always remember, a loved one never dies, they live in your heart forever.
Love,
Margaret & Steve Stindt
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Dale Sinclair and Lee
Friday October 23, 2009 at
8:36 AM
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we worked with leonard for years and he was one good friend we had some good times together will miss him much good bye old friend
Dale and Lee
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Joe Knight
Friday October 23, 2009 at
6:54 AM
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I was a pleasure knowing and working with Leonard. He had some great stories, he was a very very proud veteran. Leonard loved his job and "his kids" loved him.
I have talked to many that have graduated and they always ask about him. He taught a lot of young people respect. I will always remember how proud he was of his family and how much he loved them.
Joe
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