Leo A Zilla, 96, of Houston, Texas, passed away on October 2, 2018. He was born in Ford City, PA on April 11, 1922. Leo graduated from Ford City High School, received his Bachelor’s degree from West Liberty College, and earned a Masters degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He was married to Dora R. Falsetti Zilla for 68 years. During his career in education, Leo taught at Ford City High School and West Deer High School. He had a passion for sports and received numerous accolades and awards for his participation in baseball, basketball, and football. Leo is survived by his children Leo R. Zilla , Patricia Z Belledin, and Jane F Mansueto, as well as grandchildren Kate Zilla-Ba, Christopher Zilla, Ian Zilla, Fred Belledin, Ted Belledin, Sara Vasut, Christine Belledin, Ryan Mansueto, and Dana Iden and twelve great grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters Elizabeth Zilla and Lillian Grabiec.