Charles Anthony Leo is a second generation Italian American born in Brooklyn, New York to his Sicilian American mother Maria Recca and Napolitan American father Anthony Leo.  Raised with his sister and amongst his many Aunts and Uncles in the neighborhood Charlie lived a truly authentic Italian upbringing. 

In his early adulthood life, he met the Irish girl of his dreams, Kathleen Kennedy.  They soon wed and moved their newly burgeoning family out to the north shore of long island, eventually  settling on the east end more than 30 years ago.

Charlie and his late wife Kathleen ran a successful electrical business balancing entrepreneurship with the joys and challenges of raising five children Anthony, Charlie, Jennifer, Joey and Tina.  Their dedication and hard work not only powered countless homes and business but also fostered a strong, loving family environment. Charlie’s sons and grandsons have taken over the business and he now dedicates his time as a volunteer fireman for the North Sea Fire Department along with spending as much time as possible with his children and 14 grandchildren.

Charlie has a strong and vibrant spirit, active in the Southampton Elks and taking part in all the wonderful events and opportunities that East End Hamptons community has to offer, inlcuidng the annual San Gennaro fest as one of his favorite weekends of the year!