DeSanctis, Leo J. of Everett entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 in the Beverly Hospital after a brief illness.  He was 97 years old.  Born in East Boston, Leo lived in Ipswich for many years before settling back in Everett.  He had many educational degrees graduating from Harvard University and Babson College.  He was the former proprietor of Harrison Manufacturing in Boston, specializing in women's rainwear.  Beloved husband of the late Eleanor (Wilson) DeSanctis.  Dear and devoted father of Deborah D. Giovanniello and her late husband, Rocco of Everett.  Loving grandfather of Rocco Giovanniello, Dawn Kravchak and her husband, Gregory, Christopher Giovanniello and the late Eric Giovanniello.  Loving great-grandfather of Arianny and Katelyn Giovanniello and Sophia Kravchak.  Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Leo's visitation in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home,  65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Saturday, May 15 beginning at 11 a.m. with a funeral home service to follow at 12  noon.  Burial will follow in the Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett.   COVID-19 protocols must be maintained: social distancing, face coverings, etc.