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Leonard E. Holbrook Sr.

Leonard E. Holbrook Sr. obituary, Niles, OH

Leonard Holbrook Obituary

Leonard E. Holbrook Sr. of Warren passed away at his residence on October 1, 2024, at 2:20 p.m. He was 62 years old. Leonard was born in Los Angeles, CA on August 28, 1962, the son of the late Jack and Ellen Glenn Holbrook. He was a 1981 graduate of Niles McKinley High School. Mr. Holbrook was known for doing everything and anything, however he mostly worked in landscaping. Leonard loved the outdoors. He could always be found fishing or sitting by the fire while camping. He also enjoyed working in his vegetable garden but his favorite way to spend the day was playing his guitar. His greatest love in life was his family, especially his grandkids and his dog, Maxxie. He is survived by his 2 daughters, Tonya (Anthony) Ware of Warren and Chyrl (Adrian) Nelson of Warren; 4 siblings, Mary (Tom) Cramer, Thelma (Jeff) Bartolomeo, Jack Holbrook, and Vic Holbrook; 6 grandchildren, Lorelai, Sheyenne, Novalee, Anthony Jr. "AJ", Nolan, and Aubriee; and 1 great granddaughter, Everly. In addition to his parents, Leonard was preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Roberta Ann Hunter Holbrook, who sadly passed away in 2022; and a son, Leonard Holbrook, Jr. Friends and family may view the obituary, and send condolences by visiting www.NicholasFuneralHome.com Calling hours will be on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Wm Nicholas Funeral Home & Cremation Services 614 Warren Ave. Niles, OH 44446 A funeral service will follow at 6:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Arrangements are entrusted to the Wm Nicholas Funeral Home & Cremation Services 614 Warren Ave. Niles, OH 44446. Visitation William Nicholas Funeral Home & Cremation Services LLC Wednesday, October 9, 2024 5:00 - 6:00 pm (Eastern time) Funeral Service William Nicholas Funeral Home & Cremation Services LLC Wednesday, October 9, 2024 Starts at 6:00 pm (Eastern time) To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Leonard, please visit our Tree Store.

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Published by Mahoning Matters on Oct. 3, 2025.

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