Sweetie Thompson Leonard
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Sweetie Thompson Leonard, 75, of Coatesville, passed away on Thursday, March 10th, 2022 under the care of the University of Pennsylvania Hospital of Philadelphia. Born in Coatesville, Sweetie was the daughter of the late Vera (Garnett) and Charles “Doc” Thompson.
An area resident her entire life, Sweetie worked at Simon’s Shoe Store for over 30 years and most recently worked as a caregiver at Seniors Helping Seniors. Sweetie volunteered at Lamancha Animal Rescue every week, taking care of the Cat-Condo.
Sweetie was the life of the party wherever she went and loved to dance! Sweetie was very stylish, color-coordinating her shoes and purse with every outfit. She was the best-dressed person in the room!
Sweetie was a jokester who managed to make people laugh in any circumstance. Sweetie had her own line of personalized greeting cards. She enjoyed gardening, interior decorating, white zinfandel, and sweet foods and candies. But most of all, she loved spending time with her family.
Sweetie is survived by her three daughters, Vonnay Chambers, wife of Jim, and Rhonda DeCarlo, wife of Fran Forte; and adopted daughter, Sheil Caldwell; companion, Jack Coldren, and their puppy, Rusty; six grandchildren, Jessica DiStefano, Jerry Lyons, Alex Lyons, Mallory Lyons, fiancé of Becca Adkins, Vaughn Chambers, husband of Molly, and Makenzy Caldwell; three great-grandchildren, Sienna, Madison, and Bella; her sister/niece, Rayna Forte; her best friend, Joanne Fryer; and three cats, Peanut, B-B, and Little Girl (and many, many strays).
She was predeceased by her siblings: Yvonne Althouse, Charles “Doc” Thompson, Robert Thompson, Walter Thompson, and Dale Smith.
The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 18th, 2022 at 12 noon at Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main Street, Parkesburg, Pa., followed by interment in Upper Octorara Cemetery of Parkesburg. The visitation will be held from 10:30 AM until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sweetie’s memory to Lamancha Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 656 Unionville PA 19375 or online at www.lamanchaanimalrescue.org/donate
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
sorry to hear of your loss
Sending our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Sweetie was a wonderful person who always seen the best in everyone. When things were down she always made us feel special. Even though she was'nt a part of our biological family she always treated us like family. She was a sweetheart. RIP. The Manley Family
Sweetie and our siblings hung
Sweetie and our siblings hung around together when they were teens. It was always fun being with the entire group back then. Her name certainly suited her! She was the “Sweetest” person we ever met. God Bless You Sweetie, you will be missed.
Dear Rhonda Vonney and family
Dear Rhonda Vonney and family
Im so sorry for your loss. Sweetie was such a wonderful person! Love you! Stacey
Rhonda and Family
You are all in my prayers. So sorry for your loss; I offer you my deepest condolences. I hope the sadness will soon be replaced with happy memories. I think that rainbow bridge has a new care giver for all the kitties and puppies. God Bless You All.
One of my favorite people in
One of my favorite people in the world. I will miss her stopping by to talk and laughing at the cat following her as she walks the dog. Rhonda and vonnay, I am so sad and so so sorry. Thinking of you, Maria
So so sorry for your loss.
Sweetie always had a smile on her face and was always laughing. Her and Rayna would have you in stiches for hours. And those clothes wow wow wow. Talk about a sharp dresser.
Im so sorry for your loss, she will be deeply missed by all.
God bless you all
So sorry, prayers of comfort
So sorry, prayers of comfort to her family. So many fun memories wirking at Simons Shoes in Coatesville with her and Ms. Jane. Lisa Bailey-Smith
My sincere sympathy to
My sincere sympathy to Sweeties family! We go way back in our days at school. I always got her opinions on outfits! She was so much fun!. She will be missed.
condolences
Vonnay and Rhonda, Sending you thoughts and prayers for the loss of your Mother. We know you have many good memories to help comfort you at this time. Love, Lisa & Skip
Missing Sweetie
Sweetie will be deeply missed next door. I could not have asked for a better neighbor. Sweetie always looked out for others and was always a joy to talk to. My deepest condolences to the family.