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Hiers-Baxley Funeral & Cremation Life Event Center - Buffalo Ridge
Leslie A. DiCostanzo
March 2nd, 1979 - June 9th, 2025
1979 – 2025
The world got a little quieter, and less colorful, on June 9,2025, when Leslie Calciano, age 46, left us far too soon. Known for her compassion, sense of humor, and ability to find beauty in unexpected places, Leslie made strangers feel like friends and friends feel like family. She gave generously of her time, energy, and love, often more than she had to spare.
Leslie loved to make people laugh. Really laugh. The kind that starts with a snort and ends in tears. Creativity was her passion. Whether it was through crafting or the way she decorated a room, she had a gift for transforming the ordinary into beauty.
For all the light she shone outward, Leslie often struggled to find it for herself. Life’s dark corners weren’t always easy on her gentle heart.
Her memory will live on in every burst of laughter, every loved song lyric, every act of unexpected kindness. We’ll miss her always and will carry her heart in ours.
Remember her with a song, a kindness to someone in need, with joy and with humor. She wouldn’t want it any other way. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Leslie's name at https://apbf.dog/donate.
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Hiers-Baxley Funeral & Cremation Life Event Center - Buffalo Ridge
Rooted in a legacy of trust and compassion since 1885, Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services has been a beacon of support for Marion County. In our quest to honor life’s profound journeys, we present the Buffalo Ridge Life Event Center—a sanctuary nestled within “Florida’s friendliest hometown,” designed to celebrate and memorialize the unique stories of loved ones. This center, a labor of love years in the making, extends our renowned funeral and burial services by offering a space where memories can be cherished and legacies honored. Our Life Event Center is more than a venue; it's a canvas for your most treasured celebrations. From the finery of our event planning, catering, and floral artistry to the sophistication of our themed displays and cutting-edge audio-visual systems, we've tailored an environment that anticipates every detail....
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