Lakeville: Leon Van Lieshout, 92 years, of Geneseo, NY, formerly of Albion, NY, died on December 23, 2019 after being diagnosed with lung cancer in November 2019. He was born in the Netherlands, February 1, 1927, the son of Godefridus and Anna Maria Van Lieshout. Leon and his wife Hendrika married on September 19, 1956, and immigrated to the United States on September 29, 1956. They first settled in the Baltimore, MD area, where their six children were born. They also lived in Verona, NY, before moving to Albion, NY in 1978. Leon was a life-long dairy farmer, owning his own farms in upstate New York. Two of his sons, Michael and Andrew, continue to build on the farm he started in Albion. Leon served in the choir and was an active member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Albion for over 30 years before moving to St. Matthew Catholic Church in Livonia. Leon also loved ice skating, playing the accordion, and serving in local politics.
He is survived by his children, Michael (Cyndy) Van Lieshout of Albion, Martina (Stephen) Moulton of Le Roy, David (Christina) Van Lieshout of Livonia, Lawrence (Barbara) Van Lieshout of Stillwater, MN, Andrew Van Lieshout of Albion, Anne Marie (Chris) Barnwell of Ft. Worth, Texas; grandchildren, Jenna (Martin) Bruning, Alex (Maggie), Mitchell, and Garrett Van Lieshout; Stephanie (Robert) Rauch, Phillip and Natalie Moulton; Peter, Katelyn (Ian) Ladner, Adam (Katie) and Marissa Van Lieshout; Virginia & Michael Van Lieshout; Amelia and Victor Woods; step-grandchildren Christopher and Jessica Barnwell; and ten great-grandchildren; siblings, Jaantje van den Oever of The Netherlands, Doortje Roefs of the Netherlands, Frances Tillaart of Canada, Lawrence (Mary) VanLieshout of Canada; numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by Hendrika, his wife of nearly 54 years, one grandchild, and six siblings.
Family and friends may call on Friday, December 27th, from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY. Funeral Mass will be held at 10am Saturday, December 28th, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, with a reception to follow. Burial will be held, following the reception, at 2:30 pm at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Route 31, Albion, NY. Friends wishing, may make memorial contributions to St. Matthew Catholic Church, PO Box 77, Livonia, NY 14487. To send condolences or further information, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
We at Polk Senior Games in Polk County, Florida are so sorry to hear about Leon’s passing. He was a joy to have in Games. He entered several events and he brought a smile to everyone he met. We loved his dancing in the Dancing Competitions and enjoyed accordion playing in the Talent Show and at our Closing Celebration. He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed.
We just saw your loss. Please accept our sincerest condolences. What a long wonderful life. Hugs to all the family. George and Mary Jo K.
It is with sadness in my heart that I read this about Mr. VanLieshout. I got to know Mr. VanLieshout quite well while I was working and always enjoyed talking with him, and his daughter who accompanied him. He was an amazing man, a man to be admired, and a man who I loved talking with. My deepest sympathy to his family, and I will always remember his smile and his patience with me when I had difficulty understanding him when I first got to know him. May you rest in peace Mr. VanLieshout.
Sincere sympathy and special prayers for Leon and the Van Lieshout family from the parishioners at St Peter’s.
I am so sorry about Leon’s passing but the good thing is he is back with his loving wife. He will be remembered by so very many.
Our deepest condolences to the Van Lieshout family
As you grieve know that we are remembering Leon as a personal friend who was
the first one to welcome us to Lakeville Estates he will be missed
With caring thoughts
Don and Brenda Barnes
My late husband thought very highly of Mr. Vanlieshout and enjoyed his visit’s with him when he would get called to work on his grain dryer. Please accept my deepest condolences.
To all the VanLieshout family,
I am sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. What an incredible long life he had. I have many great memories of all of you. I’m glad the farm is still going. Please give my condolences to everyone.
Deb Petronio
My condolences to Leon’s family. We had some fun times together at Lakeville Estates .
I would like to offer my condolences to Leon’s family. We met Leon at the summer concerts in the area and loved to watch him dance and play his accordion. He always had a smile and made us smile! Rest In Peace Leon
Sorry to hear about Leon’s passing. He was a dynamic and principled guy whom I respected a great deal.
Lance Mark
We are saddened by Leon’s passing. He was a good friend and neighbor. We especially enjoyed our long talks and his accordion playing. We will not be here for his service but will be praying for all of you. Lynn and Louella Kendrick