Msgr Leslie Shenoy, a 79-year-old priest and philanthropist from Urwa, Mangaluru, passed away on Sunday at Fr Muller Hospital. Born on October 4, 1947, he was known for his humble nature, deep faith, and lifelong commitment to serving others. He was ordained a priest on May 14, 1976, and served in the Diocese of Fresno, California, starting in 1979. Despite becoming a U.S. citizen in 1985, he maintained strong ties to his hometown, supporting numerous humanitarian and educational initiatives. Notably, he established the 'Msgr Leslie F Shenoy Scholarship' through the Catholic Board of Education to assist deserving students in pursuing higher education. He also funded bursaries for seminarians and provided vehicles to underprivileged families to help them earn a livelihood. In 2025, he donated a senior citizen home in Puttur, built with his retirement savings, to offer shelter and care for the elderly. Remembered as a compassionate and approachable priest, his contributions to education and social welfare have profoundly impacted many lives. Public homage will be held at 2:30 PM followed by the funeral Mass at 3 PM on May 27 at Immaculate Conception Church, Urwa, Mangaluru.