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Richard John Leahy

June 30, 1936 - December 2, 2017

Plattsburgh, NY Richard John Leahy passed away at the CVPH Medical Center, in Plattsburgh, NY, he was 81. Born in Ballston Spa, NY on June 30, 1936, he was the son of the late Hank and Viola Roonan. Richard loved to fish, and loved woodworking and telling stories. Richard was a proud 20 year veteran of the US Armed Forces. The love of his life, Phyllis, passed away in 2014 after nearly fifty years together. His biggest enjoyment was being a father to his only daughter, Laurie. In addition to his wife, Richard is predeceased by his parents, and 3 sisters. He is survived by his beloved daughter, Laurie Rydberg and son in law, Charles. He will be missed by all who knew and befriended him, especially the staff at the CVPH Medical Center. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Wednesday December 13, 2017, from 12-1pm at the Tunison Funeral Home 105 Lake Ave. Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery in Saratoga Springs, NY. Memorial donations can be made in Richard’s name to, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105 Online remembrances may be made at www.tunisonfuneralhome.com

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Plattsburgh, NY Richard John Leahy passed away at the CVPH Medical Center, in Plattsburgh, NY, he was 81. Born in Ballston Spa, NY on June 30, 1936, he was the son of the late Hank and Viola Roonan. Richard loved to fish, and loved woodworking... View Obituary & Service Information

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