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Leonard Walter Piccirillo Charleston - Leonard Walter Piccirillo, 59, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest on August 24, 2020. The relatives and friends of Leonard W. Piccirillo are invited to attend a Liturgy of the Word, 6:00 PM, Tuesday, September 1, 2020, at the James A. McAlister Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. A reception will follow at the Charleston Elks Lodge, 1113 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., open to all family and friends. Lenny, Coach Pic, Snap, or Fish, as he was known by family and friends. Lenny was a graduate of Bishop England High School '79 and attended University of South Carolina. Lenny was the son of the late L.C. Piccirillo and Flora P. Condon. After his father's death, Lenny's mother wed Richard "Dick" Condon from Charleston in the early 1970s. Lenny was blessed to have had Dick as his Dad for most of his life. Lenny was born in Elberton, GA on April 23, 1961. He was the youngest of 5 siblings-Nanette Piccirillo (Tom Masi) of Charleston, Ciro Piccirillo (Anne) of Seneca, SC, Eddie Fendley (Beth) of Loudon, TN and the late Linda P. Lindsey of Atlanta, GA. Lenny moved to Charleston with his mother and step-father. He was adored by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, his special Aunt Margie, and cousins galore. Lenny was a good athlete at B.E., and played football with "Ace" Tommy Sirisky, Pat Bozzelli, Joe Keating, and many other players. After two years at USC, Lenny later returned to become an Assistant Coach with Coaches Cantey, LaTorre and Griffith. A former Charleston County Sheriff's Deputy, Lenny decided to start his career in the Food & Beverage industry at Salters, which became AC's in 1987. He became lifelong friends with Jim Curley, the owner of AC's. Lenny always referred to Jim as his "Brother." Most nights you would find Lenny at the front door greeting everyone - he never met a stranger. With Lenny you always got a huge smile, hug, and kiss on the check. After the many nights of bartending, managing, being the "Bouncer" or the Ambassador of King Street, Lenny and Jim would sit on their designated bar stools after closing. Lenny watched TV while sipping on milk and Jim enjoyed a soda or coffee. According to his AC's family, Lenny was a pillar in the community and downtown Charleston has diminished this week with the loss of Lenny (as if this year has not been tough enough). Lenny had a good soul with a kind gentle spirit and never complained about what may have ailed him. He had two prosthetic legs on which he would don the American Flag and an appropriate holiday item. You would see Lenny at AC's or the golf course enjoying his many golf friends. This excerpt was taken from his late father, Mr. Piccirillo's Eulogy, June 1972: "A faithful friend is a sturdy shelter; he who finds one finds a treasure. A faithful friend is beyond price; no sum can balance his worth. A faithful friend is a life-saving remedy, such as he who fears God finds, for he who fears God behaves accordingly, and his friend will be like himself." - Sirach For flowers, please contact Lenny's classmate and friend Peggy Sirisky at The Flower Cottage (www.theflowercottage.com). A scholarship is being established in Lenny's name at Bishop England High School, where his legacy will live on through future generations of BE students. Please direct gifts in memory of Coach Pic to 363 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC 29492. For assistance with your gift, call the BEHS Office of Advancement at 843.849.9599 ext. 159 or email [email protected]. Arrangements by James A. McAlister, Inc. (843) 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 29 to Aug. 30, 2020.

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Leroy Douthit

April 1, 2021

I’m so sad to hear of the loss of my friend Lenny. We met at the Ga State Amputee Golf Tournament. He was a amazing person with a big heart. I will truly miss him. RIP my brother. Hit em long and straight.

Jeff Floyd

September 3, 2020

I will always remember the times shared with your family during my years in Elberton. Many good memories. I am sorry to hear of Lenny’s passing. Prayers for good memories and strength during this difficult time for the entire family.

Rosemarie Lynes Matthews

September 1, 2020

Lenny, I was so priviledged to have known you during the Salter's days (or should I say nights?) I will never forget taking the horse drawn carriage tour with you and everyone on the street kept shouting out Lenny! R.I.P. good friend. You will be sorely missed.

Kay Bloomquist

August 31, 2020

Life is finite, but heaven has no end. Lenny, my bushy bearded cousin, your infectious smile will be missed. There was never a time when we saw each other that you didnt make me feel loved and shared your happiness. I love you cuz, KK

Maria Oliveira

August 31, 2020

I will always remember him, with a smile on his face! it was like this, that he opened the door, every time I arrived at your house Nanette! I will miss him,so much! Lenny May your body rest in peace!you and the whole family will be in my prayers!

Summer Zimmerman

August 31, 2020

Lenny, you are such a beautiful soul. May your body Rest In Peace as you soar like an eagle dear one.

Gene & Jaynie Lindsey

August 31, 2020

Dear Ed, Nanette and Ciro,

We were so so very sorry to hear of the passing of your brother, Lenny. Our memories of him are always with a smile on his face and a laugh in his heart. We keep thinking of our time together after Monica and Jeff's wedding last September after everyone left we were able to sit and have such a lovely talk first out on the deck and then inside until the wee hours of the morning. Such special memories. We are so saddened by this news and are sending love and light for peace and comfort to you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will be thinking of you with lots of love.

Jerry Kern

August 30, 2020

Lenny and Harrison were the first people I met when I moved to Charleston. They both became great friends and were positive influences in my life. If you are felling down and you were lucky enough to have a chat with Lenny, all of a sudden things weren’t so bad. He was a great man and a great friend. I’m fortunate to have known him.

Karen del Valle

August 30, 2020

As always, we wish we had more time with family... and I am one who is sad we are so split up in many states. I grew up with "little Lenny", and he was a happy kid, a friend to all, and matured into a jolly, giving man. Rest in peace my little cousin. Although I won't be coming up, I send all of you my love, and wish you strength, and courage in this terrible time. With hugs from afar.. B'Shalom

Larry G. Ballard (Baby Hart)

August 30, 2020

Nanette (Tom), Eddie, and Ciro, I am so sorry and shocked to have heard of the passing of your beloved brother, Lenny. I know Lenny was a great and good man. The times that when I would see Lenny at functions, he was always so gracious and kind and full of happiness. It is a very tough time losing a loving brother. Remember the good times that y'all had with Lenny, and the proud times. I have Lenny and y'all in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless Lenny and May God bless each one of y'all and your families.

Jean Benjamin

August 30, 2020

We may be scattered across the country, but we always remember you with love. Nancy, Myra, Jean and The Late Lewis, Frances and Michael

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Mike & Shannon Matzelle

August 30, 2020

My brother Mike & me hung out at Salters & also AC's, Mike always had so much fun with Lenny, he was an angel on earth and now in Heaven

Billy Sottile

August 29, 2020

I thought the world of Lenny going back to BE days. Teammate and friend.

Nancy Bellavita

August 29, 2020

Nanette, Lenny was such a nice guy.
Im am so lucky to have known him. A great loss to everyone. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Joyce austell

August 29, 2020

I will miss you Teddy Bear. My love and prayers to the family.

Cindy Cofer

August 29, 2020

The memories of this family are so dear to me. The loss of Lenny will leave emptyness. My thoughts and prayers are with all.

Maria Patton

August 29, 2020

My family loved this kind, good man very much. He will be forever missed.

Cathy Hyatt

August 29, 2020

Dear Nannette & family,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. I am blessed to have known Lenny. Always had a smile and something kind to say. I looked forward to him coming into the lounge when I was working to chat for a few minutes. Heaven has gained another angel to watch over us. Let the great memories bring you comfort as you go thru this most difficult time.

Sandra Dasburg

August 29, 2020

Nanette, I am so sorry for your loss. You have so many great memories of Lenny. Hold them strong!
Lenny never failed to greet me with a huge smile, great hug and a friendly kiss on the cheek. I could always count on him to quickly boost my spirits.

Winifred White Dworschak

August 29, 2020

Lenny was a gentle soul , so full of life and always with a smile and a hug for his friends. He will be sorely missed and remembered with love.
I can only envision the smile on Flora's face when they met up again. They were so much alike and loved by all who met them. May he rest in peace.

Brian Crouch

August 29, 2020

Nanette I’m so sorry to hear the loss of your brother...he lived life to the fullest!!! Godspeed Lenny you are smiling with the angels!!!

Bob Mullen

August 28, 2020

I will miss you friend. May God hold you in the palm of his hand and may eternal rest grant unto you.

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