Leo Stavish was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. to parents Lawrence Stavish and Stella Yankowski Stavish.

He served as a 1st. Lieutenant in the U.S. Army during the Korean war.

In his younger years he was the manager of National Tool & Manufacturer, Kenilworth, N.J.

Leo joined the Knights of Columbus, Pope Pius XII Council, No. 4885 Edison, N.J. in 1966 joining the ranks of council officers and became Grand Knight in 1974.

As an avid fisherman he enjoyed boating and entertaining at his home. He also was a serious bowler, golfer and a big sports fan. His Love of family traditions made holidays so special. Throughout his life he also enjoyed many a card game with family and friends.

Leo is predeceased by his son, Charles Lawrence Stavish.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Dolores, and two daughters, Pamela Sharkey and Elizabeth Ervin. Grandpa to Danielle, Charles Jr., Ryan, Raymond, John III, and Sarah and Great Grandfather (GGPA) to eight beautiful great grand children.

Florida Memorial Services
Date: April 8, 2016
Time: 11:00 AM
Place: Chapel
Palm Beach National Chapel
10055 Heritage Farms Road
Lake Worth, Fl. 33449

Final resting place and Funeral Service:

New Jersey Funeral Service:
St. Denis Catholic Church
90 Union Ave.
Manasquan, N.J. 08736
Date: June 17, 2016
Time: 9:30 am

Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans' Memorial Cemetery.
350 Provinceline Road
Wrightstown, N.J. 08562
Interment:
Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans' Memorial Cemetery
Time: 11:30 am