Manny Leno

April 20, 1920 - April 6, 2018

Manuel David Leno Manny Leno died peacefully on April 6, 2018 at his home in Boca Raton, Florida, surrounded by his three adoring children and devoted caregiver. He was two weeks shy of his 98th birthday. The cause was complications from kidney disease. Manny was born on April 20, 1920, in Escanaba, MI. He was the son of Louis Leno and Hattie Reiman Leno, and the beloved brother of Ruth Rozran and Naomi Horowitz, who all predeceased him. As a young man he was a decorated Eagle Scout, and lived his life guided by the Scout values of hard work, leadership and service. He graduated from Riverside High School, attended Wisconsin State Teachers College, and received his B.A. from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. He served as Second Lieutenant and Forensics Specialist in the US Army during the Second World War. Manny was married for 66 years to the love of his life, Esther Rothman, from 1947 until her death in 2013. Starting with nothing, he and Esther built his business, Paymaster Associates, and then invested in real estate. They traveled the world, enjoyed an active social life, and loved the game of golf. Manny and Esther were founding members of Congregation Shalom and Parcwood Country Club (now River Club of Mequon). In his later years in Boca Raton, Florida, Manny was honored for his leadership role in the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. Above all, Manny was devoted to his family, all of whom cherished his unconditional love and support. He is remembered fondly for his ready smile and outstretched hand, even in his last days, and for his positive attitude and openness to learning and change. He was a man of uncommon integrity, generous spirit, caring heart, and kindness to all. His grateful children admired the strength he displayed in his last years, making every effort to stay vibrant and manage his many business interests. Manny is survived by his three children Janet (Peter Harrold), Mark (Douglas Jackson, deceased), Margie/Jamie (Tamar Lavi), his nieces and nephews in Wisconsin and California, and his tireless and devoted caregiver, Elynn Riessinger. Graveside services will be held at Mound Zion Cemetery, 14510 W North Ave, Brookfield, Wisconsin, at 12 noon on Monday, April 9, 2018. In lieu of flowers, contributions to either the Ovation Jewish Home and Care Center or the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County would be greatly appreciated. Following burial, the family will see friends at Ferrantes, Monday only.