H. Leroy Sanor

Age 81, of East Rochester, died Sunday, March 12, 2023 in Aultman Hospital. He was born July 28, 1941 in East Rochester to Herbert H. and Ethel R. (Bandy) Sanor.  He retired from PCC Airfoils in Minerva where he had worked for 44 ½ years, is a member of the P'NA Sportsman's Club, and the West Twp. Ruritans. He is also a member and former Deacon of the New Alexander Christian Church.

As he helped his father on the family farm during his childhood, Leroy gained a passion for farming and the art of being self-sufficient. This passion shows through in the hobby farm he had been building since his thirties. He was never afraid to show others how proud he was of his gardens or to give advice in regards to achieving a better harvest. While raising many animals and growing numerous crops throughout his time, he held a passion for anything relating the two. His cows never failed to amuse him come feeding time, as he made an effort to watch them run in excitement to the hay feeder each day.

Additionally, he and his wife, Darlene, frequently traveled to Amish Country to spend the day sight-seeing, shopping, and simply enjoying their time together. A part of his weekly schedule consisted of going to the Damascus Livestock Auction on Tuesdays to meet up with old friends and find worthwhile deals. Most importantly of all, he made a constant effort to help and/or give to others in need, whether it be friends, family or neighbors, in any way possible. Leroy's hobbies and interests inspired many to live a more passionate and fulfilling life.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Darlene (Smith) Sanor whom he married April 14, 1961; son, Jeffrey (Jennifer) Sanor of East Rochester; 2 daughters, Melony (David) Fisher of Homeworth, Melissa (Vernon) Snyder of Kensington; 2 sisters, Allie Swank of Minerva, Marilyn Hoopes of Minerva; and a great grandson, Brantley Cox.  8 grandchildren, Morgan, Lauren and Jeffrey Sanor, Emma Snyder, Madison (Taylor) Skelley, Gabriel Snyder, Brogan Fisher and Zebediah Snyder who tragically died on April 13th of this year.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a son, Leslie Sanor, sister, Wilda Davis, and a brother, Williard Sanor.

Following cremation, a Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 8th at 2:00 pm in the New Alexander Christian Church.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the New Alexander Christian Church.