Viola “Vi”, Catherine Leonard

Viola “Vi”, Catherine Leonard, 79 of Harrisville passed away at Transitions Autumn Grove where she had made her home for over the past 12 years. She was born on June 4th, 1944 in Manor, PA to the late Grover Cleveland Gongaware and Viola Catherine (Whirlow) Koebler.
During her lifetime, Viola worked as a nursing assistant at Sunnyview, Evergreen Nursing Home, and the VA. While living at Autumn Grove she made many friends with residents and staff. She often stated how thankful she was for the kind loving care the staff gave to her. In addition, Vi often stated how grateful she was for all the kindness the family of her precious roommate Gloria Rice had shown her.
Per Viola’s wishes there are to be no services. She had arranged for private interment in Butler County Memorial Park.
Anyone who wishes to contribute in her memory may make a contribution to the American Cancer Society, 320 Bilmar Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15205, or online to www.cancer.org