Leona J. Pansullo, age 83, passed away Sunday, July 11, 2010 in Arcadia, FL. She was born January 2, 1927 in Manchester, CT and moved to Desoto County 10 years ago from Ashford, CT. Leona was a very loving, caring wife, mother and grandmother and will be missed by her family very much. She enjoyed cooking for everyone and playing Pokeno with her friends at Toby s. She is survived by her husband of fifty-six years, Robert J. Pansullo of Arcadia, FL.; her son Edward J.Pansullo and daughter in law Donna Fung of Campbell, CA; daughter, Linda Lee Steadman of Bloomfield, CT, daughter Kathleen M .and son in law Steven Little of Ashford, Ct and daughter Robin L. and son in law Michael Hulsart of Coventry, CT; a beloved relative, Elaine M. Guardiani, twelve grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Leona was preceded in death by her, son Michael F. Pansullo, parents Leonard J. and Margaret Wright Perrett and one brother, eight sisters. A Memorial service and celebration of Leona s life will be held Thursday, July 15, 2010 at 2:00PM at the Toby s RV Resort Clubhouse, 3550 NE Hwy 70, Arcadia Online condolences can be made at pongerkaysgrady.com Ponger-Kays-Grady Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.