\t\t\tLeonard M. Gentilcore \t\t<\/p>\n
\t\t\tOBITUARY\t\t<\/p>\n
Leonard M. Gentilcore, 94, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, at St. Luke\u2019s Hospice in Bethlehem, PA. Born January 18, 1931, in Bethlehem, he was the son of the late Libero and Maria (Schiavone) Gentilcore.<\/p>\n
\nLeonard worked as a structural draftsman at Bethlehem Steel until 1986, later continuing his career with Reimer & Fischer and L.V. Technical Associates until retiring again in 2013.<\/p>\n
\nA devoted member of St. Ursula\u2019s Catholic Church, Leonard was known for his quiet strength, unwavering love, and steadfast work ethic. His gentle presence and wisdom will be deeply missed.<\/p>\n
\nHe is survived by his wife of 72 years, Mary Ellen (Pavlinsky) Gentilcore; children Donna Marie Benner and spouse Cornelius, Joanne Bohonyi, and Michael Gentilcore and spouse Christine; five grandchildren\u2014Cornelius III, William, Christopher, Tori, and Allison; and two great-grandchildren\u2014Preston and Cornelius IV (CJ).<\/p>\n
\nServices: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, Nov 15, 2025, at St. Ursula\u2019s Catholic Church, 1300 Broadway, Fountain Hill, PA 18015. Family and friends may call from 10:00-11:00AM until the start of the service. Interment will follow at Holy Saviour Cemetery, 2575 Linden Street, Bethlehem, PA 18017. Donations to the church in lieu of flowers.<\/p>\n