Barbara Ann Leonard

Barbara Ann Leonard obituary, Knoxville, TN

Barbara Ann Leonard

Barbara Leonard Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel - Knoxville on Oct. 28, 2025.

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Barbara Ann Leonard, age 81, of Knoxville, TN, formally of Cleveland, OH, passed away on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
She loved to decorate, dogs, and to spend time with her family.
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents, Oley Lucas Eggers and Lena Oliver Eggers; sister, Louise Miller.
She is survived by her husband, John Leonard.
The family would like to offer a special thanks to the Hospice care team that cared for her.
Gentry-Griffey Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the Leonard family and invites you to sign the online guest book at www.gentrygriffey.com.
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