Obituary of Leo M. Gannon

Leo "Bumper" Gannon, age 70 of Garnet Valley, PA died peacefully on February 19, 2017 surrounded by his family. Born to the late Leo & Eleanor Gruhler Gannon, he was raised in both Chester & Crum Lynne, PA. Bumper has resided the past year in Garnet Valley, PA previously residing in Ridley Park, PA for 35 years. He was employed by Sun Ship as a Fabricator for 18 years and the Ridley School District for 21 years. Leo had a passion for antique cars, oldies music, coin collecting and was an avid Phillies fan. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 45 years Judith (Nygard) Gannon, 3 children, Michael (Michelle) Gannon, Melissa (Henry Babenko) O'Neill & Michelle (Adam) Dade, 6 grandchildren, Marcus, Jonathan, Jordan, Hayley, Lyly & Elizabeth as well as a host of siblings, nieces & nephews. A visitation will be held on March 4, 2017, Saturday, 3-5PM at the Pagano Funeral Home, 3711 Foulk Rd. Garnet Valley, PA followed by a Memorial Service at 5PM. Interment Private. Donations in his memory may be made to Neighborhood Hospice, 400 E. Marshall Rd., West Chester, PA 19380.