Andrea E. Leaf

Lee Center- Andrea E. (Oaks) Leaf, 58, wife of Mark, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2016, at Rome Memorial Hospital. She was born on January 15, 1958, in Gainesville, FL, a daughter of Billy Gene and Edith Anna Shute Oaks. Andrea grew up in many locations around the world, completing her high school education at Pattonville High School in Germany. Later she graduated from St. Elizabeth's School of Nursing in Utica, where she earned her Registered Nurse degree. Mrs. Leaf was first employed in nursing at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, before employment at Faxton Hospital, Utica, Rome Memorial Hospital, Emergency Room, before her last employment at Central New York Psychiatric Center, Marcy. On July 9, 1994, Andrea was united in marriage with Mark E. Leaf, in Lee Center. Andrea found great joy in caring for animals, especially homeless cats. She also enjoyed watching movies. In addition to her husband, Mark, she is survived by one son, Rhys David Oaks and his wife, Jodi, Oneonta; her mother, Edith Oaks, Lee Center; two brothers, Stuart Oaks, Effort, PA, Anthony Oaks, Lyons Falls; two nephews, Craig Oaks, Bryon Oaks and one niece, Emily Oaks. She was predeceased by her father, Billy Gene Oaks, in 2008. There will be no services or calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to a humane society of your choice.