C. Leonard Schlamp

We knew Leonard and his wife Annabelle through our attendance at the ESSEX annual reunion. They became good friends and we looked forward to meeting them each year. We are proud to call him a friend. He was truly a fine sailor, a credit to the US Navy he served so well.

Leonard was a celebrity at YMCA Camp Carson. At last year's 75th anniversary celebration he was asked to speak. He said something like "They just asked me to make a few comments. Since I wasn't prepared, I can't wait to hear what I've got to say!" We all laughed. His subsequent comments were indeed thoughtful and well delivered.
We met several times over the years in passing at camp. How wonderful it is that he made an impact there throughout his life.
Goodbye, Mr. Schlamp.

It was a pleasure to meet Mr.Leonard. I only worked for him a short time, but in that time he became a great inspiration. He never complained and was always very kind to me.I actually looked forward to my job with him!I also met a few of his friends who came to see him often. They prayed with him, laughed, cooked, and were just good company. Theral and Laura Gould it was truly a blessing meeting you and your family. Marylee I enjoyed the stories you shared with me. May God continue to bless...