Obituary of Leonard A. Furnari

Lenny Furnari of Derby, New York passed away in Buffalo on April 18, 2017 at the age of 64. Lenny is survived by his loving wife Kathy: two children, Tricia (Deanne Pericak) and Nick; grandson, Spencer Pericak; sister, Josephine(Rod) Donlon. Lenny was also a beloved uncle and brother-in-law. He is predeceased in death by his parents Salvatore and Angela (nee Morrealle) Furnari. Lenny was born on July 18, 1952 to Angela and Salvatore. He grew up on Long Island where he met Kathy Lisowy. They married on May 15th, 1976. Lenny and Kathy moved to Millerton, NY to open a Burger King restaurant and raise a family. Their two children, Tricia and Nick, will always remember him as a patient and loving father who encouraged them to be happy and pursue their goals. Lenny was a generous and witty individual who loved making people laugh and feel like family. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, April 22 at 3:00 PM at the Manor House in the Bluffs, located in Derby, NY. The family would like to thank all friends and family for their love and support, as well as the caring staff of Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. Arrangements by the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 21 Pierce Avenue, Hamburg, New York 14075. Online guest register at www.demmerleyfuneralhome.com.