Leslie O. Risley

Leslie O. Risley, born February 15, 1965, died unexpectedly and tragically Thursday, July 23, 2020. Les, whom was very popular and well loved by family and friends, left behind a grieving partner and companion, Diana Sulaitis of Parkridge, NJ. He left behind his brothers Charles, Edward, Kerry, Ford, and a twin Lindsay, sisters, Marsha Stevenson and Robin Abendroth. Les also left behind 6 dogs, 5 of which were rescued, and a horse named Radar. Les left behind many nieces and nephews, too many to mention. 

Les was predeceased by his parents, Helen and Melvin Risley, and a sister Patricia Thompson.

Les went to school at Hunter-Tannersville and college at Columbia-Greene. He worked most of his life as a private independent contractor. In his early adult life he worked many different jobs as a cook, drove a taxi, even was an appliance technician before attacking his ream of being self-employed. 

Les loved helping people in need, even when it wasn't asked for. He was an animal lover; he rescued dogs, and had several horses over the years. He was even Santa for the rescue center. 

There is no memorial service scheduled yet, just a private family funeral. ​