With great sadness our family says goodbye to a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother in law, uncle, and friend. Leo Frank Ferra, Jr., age 79, went home to be with his Lord and Savior. He passed away unexpectedly while being prepared for surgery to correct a heart problem. Family were at his side. Leo was born to Leopoldo Francisco Ferra and Esperanza Padilla in Phoenix, AZ on September 27, 1939. He attended Grant Elementary and Phoenix Union High School from where he left early to enter the US Army. Following his return, he became a member of American Legion Post 41, just like his father. He married his first wife and had 2 daughters; Mona Carrillo (Bob) 2 grandchildren; and Lorraine Eufemia (Rob) 2 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He later married Olivia Muncy and gained 2 daughters; Analisa, grandson, and great grandson, and Melissa and 3 grandchildren.
Leo was preceded in death by his father, mother, brothers Larry and Kinky and Leo’s grandson Paul Christopher. He is survived by his sister Esperanza Reveles (Tomas), many cousins, in laws, 9 nephews and nieces, and friends who love him dearly. Leo worked most of his life in carpeting and managing his own business before he became ill. All of his life he was deeply religious, respectful and full of love and life, and was surrounded by family and friends old and new. He tried to help those in need as best he could. Leo had a full life and he completely gave thanks to God for all of his blessings.
The Visitation will be on Friday, January 25, 2019, at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, at 9:00 A.M., with a Rosary Prayer at 10:30 A.M., Funeral Mass of the Resurrection at 11:00 A.M. Interment will follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery. The celebration of Leo’s life will be held at Saint Theresa after services. Peace be with you.
Marilyn Busier
Olivia-May you find peace and warmth with your beautiful memories of Uncle Leo. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He brought me such happiness when he shared memories of my Dad Ernest A. Ferra. Go rest now Uncle Leo for you are home.
Love always, Marilyn Ferra Busier
Dick Miller
Dear Olivia, I am so sad at your loss, and I have also lost a good friend. Jeff has welcomed Leo to a beautiful place where there is no sadness. It is you that I am praying for, just as you did for me. With love, Dick
Frances Gadzia
A beautiful soul, full of love and faith has ascended to heaven. My deepist condolences to you Olivia and to your family. He will be missed greatly.
Maria Washburn
Olivia,
I am so sorry for your loss. Leo will be missed greatly and was such a kind hearted and loving person. I have nothing but good memories of him and his undeniable charisma. I will be seeing you tomorrow at his service. My deepest condolences.