Hawthorne, California
1940 - 2021
Leon JohnsonJan. 27, 1940 - Nov. 27, 2021HawthorneAfter many close calls over the years, Leon lost his final health battle on November 27. His wife and sons were with him during his final days as he peacefully passed in his sleep. Leon was born in Brownsdale, MN, on January 27, 1940. His family...
Read MoreLeon, no future gathering of Costa Rica III will be the same without you and your presence of genuineness, fun, and laughter. Velva
Velva Taylor Spriggs
December 04, 2022
Leon had such a wonderful and embracing spirit. I know it will continue to shine through the many lives he touched, some for moments, others for a lifetime. He surely had a positive effect on mine through our unforgettable Peace Corps service.
Velva Taylor Spriggs
September 18, 2022 | Other
On behalf of the Peace Corps community, our most sincere condolences to Leon's family and friends for your tragic loss. I am grateful for Leon's service to his country as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Costa Rica, and know that he positively impacted many people in his lifetime of service to others. - Glenn Blumhorst, CEO & President of National Peace Corps Association
Glenn Blumhorst
December 10, 2021 | Other
