She was predeceased by her husband Ira Toole, Jr.
Leona was born in Reading on February 24, 1928 a daughter of the late Leon Goreski and Wanda Emelita.
She was a member of St Catherine of Sienna since 1945 and was employed by Dempsey's Restaurant in Pottstown and Seafood Shanty in Exeter as a waitress. Leona was an avid gardener and loved to decorate during Christmas. She was a crafty woman who enjoyed creating arts and crafts.
Surviving are her 2 daughters; Cynthia L. Toole of Laureldale, Sandra A. Rafalik of MN., 5 grandchildren; Jaclyn Toole, Krista Toole, Rachel Trate, Peter Toole, Stefanie Toole, and 4 great grandchildren.
Leona was predeceased by her 4 children; Robin A. Trate, Terry S. Toole, Scott J. Toole, and Randy A. Toole. A Prayer Service will be Friday February 14, 2020 at 3pm in Auman's Inc Funeral Home, 390 W Neversink Rd., Reading. A gathering of friends and relatives will be Friday 2-3pm in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Gray Muzzle Manor 57A Kutz Rd., Fleetwood, PA 19522. www.aumansinc.com