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Leon Gene Bednar

1948 - 2026

Leon Gene Bednar obituary, 1948-2026, King City, CA

BORN

1948

DIED

2026

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Eddington Funeral Services - King City

429 Bassett Street

King City, California

Leon Bednar Obituary

Leon Gene Bednar, 77 of King City passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026 at his home with his family by his side. Leon was born May 15, 1948 in Dallas, Texas.

Leon was a High School graduate. He honorably served with the US Navy and Navy Reserve until 1971. He worked for Pacific Gas and Electric Company until his retirement after 42 years. He enjoyed building cars and refurbishing classic cars. He was a Life Member of VFW Post 6747, King City.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Bednar; children, Stephanie Ahern, Jessica Bednar, Jennifer Gates (Chad Gates, James Cochran III, Kimberly Merritt (Ken Merritt); grandchildren, Kevin, Chase, Elijah and Angelique; sisters, Pam Ramos (Lou Ramos, Ann Naylor (Roger Naylor; brothers, Eddie Goings and Danny Weatherford. He is preceded in death by his parents, Shirley Goings and Luther Bednar, and his sister, Mary.

At Leon's request, no services will be held. If you wish to make a donation in memory of Leon, the family would appreciate donations to the American Cancer Society.

For more information, please contact Eddington Funeral Services, King City, (831) 385-5400, www.EFS-Cares.com .

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by King City Rustler from Jan. 19 to Feb. 6, 2026.

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