Clifford W. "Cliff" Leoni

Clifford W. "Cliff" Leoni obituary, Auburn, MA

Clifford W. "Cliff" Leoni

Clifford Leoni Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home on Jul. 16, 2025.

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Clifford W. "Cliff" Leoni, 66, of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2025, with his wife and son by his side.
He leaves his best friend and love of his life, Sandra A. (Bradley) Leoni, with whom he shared 39 wonderful years of marriage. His pride and joy were his two loving sons, Anthony C. "Tony" Leoni of Cambridge and the late Nicholas M. Leoni. He was predeceased by parents, Richard F. Leoni (Nancy) and Joan E. Leoni.
He is survived by two siblings, Richard Leoni, Judith Surabian (Gary) and a large extended family including many nieces and nephews.
Cliff was born in Abington, Pennsylvania and later moved to Shrewsbury where he graduated from Shrewsbury High School, Class of '77. Cliff spent most of his working career in the Information Technology field, retiring from the Shrewsbury Public School System in 2016.
Cliff loved the outdoors and enjoyed many family vacations at the beach or camping in the National Parks. A man true to his generation, he loved muscle cars and classic rock, sharing his passion with his sons. In his retirement, you could find him most days at the Boroughs YMCA enjoying the pool or at home tending to his beloved garden. Never afraid of a challenge, Cliff loved to work with his hands, a trait he inherited from his father, and was able to fix anything and everything.
Cliff's legacy and love will live on through his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Worcester Animal Rescue League, (https://worcesterarl.org/) or to the Boroughs Branch of the YMCA, (https://www.ymcaofcm.org/give/).
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Sandy and Anthony from 4:00-5:30 PM on Friday, July 18, 2025, at the BRITTON-SHREWSBURY FUNERAL HOME, 648 Main Street, Shrewsbury.

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July 31, 2025

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Sandra Melanson

July 31, 2025

Sandy - I am so sad to hear of Cliff's passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sandra Melanson

Dotty Flynn

July 22, 2025

So very sad to hear of Cliff's passing. Heartbreaking news. Cliff was always a sweetheart, always there to help me with my many computer issues at the School Dept. I used to joke with him about the books on Clifford the Big Red Dog, he was just as sweet with a lovable sole. My heart goes out to your family. He will be missed. Dotty Flynn, Shrewsbury Public Schools, Central Office.

Brenda Morrisey

July 17, 2025

Dear Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

Paul & Sarah Barry

July 17, 2025

Sandy we are so saddened and sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

JoAnne and Paul Gribbons

July 16, 2025

Sandy, We are so sorry to learn of Cliff´s passing. I was just thinking of him last week as I cleaned out one of the beautiful birdhouses he made. We always enjoyed the visits with you both in Wellfleet. Thinking of you and Anthony and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

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