Leo P. Bensavage, Sr.

HANOVER TOWNSHIP-Leo P. Bensavage, Sr., 87, of Hazle Street in the Newtown Section of Hanover Township, passed away Monday evening, March 26, 2012. Born on June 12, 1924 in Hanover Township, he was the son of the late Peter and Anna Bukavich Bensavage. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by the former Purvin Dairy Company for 35 years. In addition to his parents, Leo was preceded in death by his brothers, George, Edward, Joseph and John (Jackie) Bensavage; and sisters Elizabeth (Betty) Grieshaber, Eleanor Smijon and Mary Dennis. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Adele Komski Bensavage; children Leo Bensavage and his wife Sharon of Hanover Township; Loraine Stook and her husband Jim of Nuangola; 4 grandchildren, Theresa Stook, Laura Stook Bailey, Adam Bensavage and Glen Stook; 5 great-grandchildren. Private funeral services are at the convenience of the immediate family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements have been entrusted to Kniffen O’Malley Funeral Home, Inc., 465 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre.