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Gary Leonard Obituary

Leonard Gary W. Leonard, age 70, of Delaware, passed away unexpectedly July 31, 2014. Born July 20, 1944 in Columbus to the late James and Doris Leonard. After graduating from North High School he served in the US Marine Corp in Vietnam; he later attended OSU. Gary worked in the construction industry for over 40 years serving as superintendent for Igel, McDaniels, Savko, and others. His greatest love was his wife and children. He is survived by wife, Connie; children, Jeffrey W., Jennifer L. (Tom) Blevins, and Christopher R.; grandchildren, Sean, Megan, Austin, and Dalton; brother, James W. (Kaye) Leonard; and many other relatives and friends. Friends may gather Monday, August 4, from 5-8 p.m. at O R WOODYARD NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 2990 Bethel Rd. In lieu flowers, contributions to Delaware County Humane Society.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 1 to Aug. 3, 2014.

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Connie Leonard

August 9, 2014

I don't know why but whatever reason we will get through this time of struggles. Austin will get better & Gary will not be gone from our hearts. We want to thank everyone for their support & love. We couldn't get through this without you.

Beth Birch

August 5, 2014

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Beth Birch

August 5, 2014

Gary will be sadly missed by the ole tangy orange high school staff!!! We had a great time working together & even better time teasing each other! Our condolences to his family!!! R.I.P.

August 4, 2014

Our thoughts are with all of you. We will remember the good times shared and his great awnry smile.
Your friends Dave and June

Cindy Smith

August 4, 2014

Connie and family - I am so very sorry for your loss, thinking of you all!!
Tom and Cindy Smith

August 4, 2014

"May the peace shine upon you and be gracious onto you". We are thinking and praying for you during this difficult time. Remember all the good memories you had with Gary as a husband, father and grandfather.
Love Joellen Simpson and Doris Irene Van Atta

August 4, 2014

So shocked and saddened by the loss of Gary! He will be missed greatly at olentangy liberty high school! He always brought a big smile and great attitude to work! RIP Gary!

OLHS Custodial staff

Tony & Molly Yankus

August 3, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mike West

August 2, 2014

I am saddened at your loss, yet I'm confident your strength will carry you thru Gary's passing. Prayers and hugs for you, and your family.

Pat Gilliam

August 2, 2014

Oh Connie.....John and I are just so shocked to see this in the Gazette. Please know that you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. We sure wish we were in Ohio to be with you....we will be in touch....John and Pat Gilliam

Cherie Baker

August 2, 2014

Our deepest condolences to you all in your time of need. Gary was a good and hard working man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our hope for peace to all his family in his passing and knowing he is in a much calmer place. God Speed and Blessings!

Teresa Scherman

August 2, 2014

We were all sad to hear about Gary passing. He will be missed at Olentangy Local Schools.

Carol Blevins

August 1, 2014

There is a time to be born and a time to die. God must have needed Gary to work on His streets paved with gold. If anyone can handle the job it would be Gary. Rest in peace.

Carol Blevins

August 1, 2014

I know everyone feels this is a huge mistake but we should all remember we are all part of God's huge plans and he probably needed some more paved streets made of Gold and if anyone could do that it would have been Gary. I will pray for the Leonard Family to find peace within theirselves in their time of sorrow, God heals all wounds. Rest in Peace Gary.

August 1, 2014

RIP Gary Leonard. We hope we can help your family to go on with their lives.
Chuck & I will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

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