Leonard A. Stefanelli

Leonard A. Stefanelli

Leonard A. Stefanelli, 71, of Fairview, passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021 at Saint Vincent Hospital. He was born October 12, 1949 in Erie, a son of the late Arthur L. and Pauline E. Martin Stefanelli.

Leonard served in the United States Air Force. After the Air Force he worked as an Air Traffic Controller for several years and held many other jobs throughout his life including owning a chocolate business in Elyria, Ohio.

He was a HAM Radio Operator (N8AD) and spent his retirement pursing this hobby which he was passionate about. He was also an accomplished musician and talented portrait artist.

He is survived by his daughter, Laury Grimes (Garth); his aunt, Peggy Stefanelli Devine; and many cousins.

No calling hours will be observed. The John R. Orlando Funeral Home, Inc., 2122 Raspberry Street, Erie, PA 16502, is handling arrangements. Memorials may be made to Music for Veterans at www.music4veterans.org.