Ronald A. Leonardo, 82, of Hamden, passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on November 1, 2024. Ronald leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Linda "Patty" Pilletere Leonardo and his two sons, Ronald (Catherine) and David (Susan). Ronald's legacy continues with his grandchildren David (Kaitlin) Leonardo, Lauren (Timm) Dexter, RJ and Nicholas Leonardo and his great grandchildren Jacob, Riley and Leon. He is survived by his aunt, Elizabeth Leonardo of Hamden and his sister-in-law, Delores Pilletere of West Haven. He will be lovingly remembered by many cousins, nieces and nephews. Born in New Haven on June 21, 1942, he is predeceased by his parents Louis and Mary Caruso Leonardo. Ron and Patty raised their family in Hamden where he worked as Purchasing Director at Fusco Corporation and as a Chief Estimator until his retirement from Bismark Construction in 2020. He cherished time spent with his family, finding joy in each gathering and creating memories that will be treasured forever. Ron was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and the Bruins. He also was a past president of the Hamden Fathers Baseball League and a former Public Works Director.  Calling hours will be held Wednesday November 6th from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. at the Peter H.  Torello & Son Funeral Home, 1022 Dixwell Ave., Hamden, followed by a prayer service at 6:00 pm. Loved ones will gather at the funeral home Thursday morning at 10:30 am with the burial to follow at All Saints Cemetery in North Haven. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice