Leah H. Gilmore, age 102, of Piffard, died Friday, September 15, 2023 at the Livingston County Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Mt. Morris, NY. She was predeceased by her husband of 60 plus years, Freeman Gilmore, sister, Esther Paulsen and brother, Benjamin Hakes.

She is survived by several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and many feline friends.

Leah was born August 3, 1921 in Java Center, NY the daughter of Benjamin A. and Elva Gillette Hakes. She earned her Bachelors of Science Degree in Elementary Education from SUNY Geneseo. Leah worked for Pavilion Natural Gas and retired from RG&E as the Billing Administrator for several area offices. She was a lifelong member of the Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Rebeckas' Lodge and a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

No prior calling hours. A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 11 AM in Temple Hill Cemetery in Geneseo with Lucille Kane officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hearthside Cats, PO Box 282, Geneseo, NY, 14454.