Kenneth James Leonhardt

Kenneth James Leonhardt obituary, Durham, NC

Kenneth James Leonhardt

Kenneth Leonhardt Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Clements Funeral & Cremation Services - Hillsborough on Dec. 28, 2025.
Rougemont – Kenneth James Leonhardt, 86, passed away on Saturday, December 27,2025 at UNC-Hillsborough. Born in Jersey City to the late James Melvin Leonhardt and Margaret Greta Kucks Leonhardt. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Mary Gerolyn "Gerry" O'Neill Leonhardt.
Mr. Leonhardt was in the US Army. He was a member of Knights of Columbus, and the American Legion. Mr. Leonhardt was a devoted member of Holy Family Catholic Church. He loved his family and his pets.
Mr. Leonhardt is survived by his daughter, Kimberly A. Leonhardt; sons, Kevin V.J. Leonhardt and wife Alina, Timothy K. Leonhardt and wife Juthanat Sriwantha. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Rachel Leonhardt, Ethan Leonhardt and Machkenzie Leonhardt
A memorial service will be held 12:00 pm on Saturday, January 24,2026 at Holy Family Catholic Church, officiated by Father Ryan Elder.
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