Brian Leonard Obituary
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Brian was born on July 22,1965 in Binghamton, NY to Robert P. Leonard and Judith A. (Leonard) Olsen. He spent his childhood in Castle Creek where he went to school and graduated from Whitney Point High School in 1983. After high school Brian moved to Morris, NY to become General manager of the Morris Manor Estate. He resided there for approximately 10 years and retuned to Binghamton. He moved on to become a Limousine salesman for Uptown Limousine Corp. In his spare time he had a love for horses and owned Rowdy, Rusty and Navarro his beloved horses.
Brian was preceded in death by his father Robert P Leonard, Stepfather Alvin D Olsen, Aunts and Uncles Walter and Margaret Leonard, Bertha Miller and Kathryn Leonard (David) and Cousins Laurie (Leonard) Hayes and Cherie (Johnson) Labbon.
Left to cherish Brian's memory is his mother Judith A (Leonard) Olsen of Ocala, Fl. Step-Mother Deborah (Petrick) Leonard, Sisters Patricia (Patty) M Ploutz (Michael) and Lisa A Kozlowski (Robert). Nephews and Nieces Tia Spykstra (Zach), Michaela Davies (Andrew), Caleb Ploutz (Bethany), Ethan R Kozlowski and Jake Kozlowski. Aunts and Uncles David M Leonard (Kathy), Donna Dimmick, Barbara Everling (Joseph). Cousins Stephen Leonard (Lynn), Douglas Leonard, David (Del) Leonard (Colleen), Jody (Everling) Beckwith (Doug), Deborah (Everling) Borst (Richard), Renee (Everling) Turner (Jeffrey), Lance Fuller (Mary), Gordon Fuller (Linda) and Wayne Yelle (Aileen).
A very special "Thank You" to Artan Serjanej and Dwight Kemper who have been steadfast in their loving commitment and advocacy for Brian. Also, to acknowledge the exemplary staff of Wilson Memorial Hospital for their support of Brian and family during his prolonged hospitalization.
Brian was loved by many and his true family extended to his beloved friends especially: Dianne Lindeborn, Debbie Hay, Vickie Kemmerer, Brenda Karika and son Shane Karika, Chris Luckenbill-Sterner, Lisa Wilbur, BetteAnn Cheesebrough, Linda Morgan, David Bergman, David and Connie Lawson, Michelle (Lawson) Ray and Donna Silvanic.
Brian loved life and made the most of each day. A memorial will be held in Brian's honor, at a later date, at the discretion of the family. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Heart Association.
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Sharon Phillips
August 26, 2025
I am so saddened to hear the news of Brian's passing. I just found this out today. Brian and I worked together at Uptown Limousine and we were instant friends, Bri was like the kind of friend that you've known forever. We gave each other these 2 names he was my Bri Bri and I was his Sha-Nay-Nay... lol We were silly. But we always had a good time at work together and we always, always laughed together.
Although life took us in different directions, we spoke a couple times a year since then. I was just going to call him when I found his obituary. My heart broke....
My sincere and deepest condolences to everyone who knew and loved Brian. He was a truly special friend, a sweet and caring soul. I loved him, he was just a doll, and was always so sweet to me. I will miss our calls and conversations, and most of all, I will miss him, I will never forget him.
Rest in peace sweet Bri Bri - you're suffering is done here, be with our Lord now, in joy and peace. Until we meet again
All my love,
Sharon
(Sha-Nay-Nay)
Barbara Bowden
March 2, 2025
Brian we had been Face Book friends for quite some time ( years). Finally had the chance to speak with you on the phone recently. You will be and are missed. Thank you for your friendship. May you Rest in peace.
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