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Eugene LEONARD Obituary
"Gene" 79, of Valrico, went home to be with the Lord March 5, 2019. Gene proudly served his country in the Air Force for over 20 years and worked in law enforcement for 30 years. He was a member of Bell Shoals Baptist Church, a Mason, a Shriner, and served with the Fraternal Order of Police for over 40 years. He is preceded in death by his sons, Jeff and Robin (widow, Lisa). Gene is survived by his loving family; wife, Debbie; children, Randy (Keli) and Stacy Hope; stepson, Michael (Carmen); nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and an extended family and many friends. There will be a funeral service Tuesday, March 12, 2019, 10 am, at Bell Shoals Baptist Church in the Chapel, with a visitation one hour prior. Gene will be interred with Military honors at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell at 2:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Life Path Hospice, Tampa General Hospital, or to the Bell Shoals Baptist Church Benevolence Fund, 2102 Bell Shoals Road, Brandon, FL 33511.
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Marty Henderson
March 4, 2022
Gene, it has been 3 years and we still miss you dearly. Life will never be the same without you.
Love you still,
Marty (Sis in law)
Laurice Potts
January 20, 2022
I'm so sorry. Gene was my boss and dear friend. Will always remember our many accreditation trips across the country and Florida. God be with the family.
Terri Straw
March 4, 2020
Dance Gene Dance. The wedding continues. Rev 19:7
Terri Straw
March 12, 2019
To my FOP Brother. I love you.
Kelly Smith
March 11, 2019
Gene and Debbie both were such an influential part of my life in my early teens and beyond. Gene was a father figure, always looking out for me. In this difficult time for the family, I hope that time will help, and knowing what a wonderful man he was will heal the broken hearts. Gene will forever have a place in my heart. May he rest in peace.
March 10, 2019
One of the greatest men I've ever known!!! Wonderful role model for my son and an uncle I've always admired and love so much! Matthew and I will miss you so very much!!!
March 10, 2019
He was the best, always ready to help anyone that needed it. Gene, you will truly be missed by all. Love you, Marty and Dave
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