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2020
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Leonard Jaress Obituary
Leonard Jaress served in the United States MARINE CORP and was honorably discharged after four years enlisted and four years as reserves. Leonard worked as a heavy equipment and dragline operator. He worked at B&J Dragline, Armstrong, SMR and Venice Minerals.
Hobbies included building model draglines and other machinery from scratch. He loved passing out inspirational phrases and poems to all. He never met a stranger and wanted all to be happier because of his presence. He was a member of The Venice Church of the Nazarene for over 35 years.
Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Patricia Jaress; a son, Leonard W Jaress Jr. (Wife Martha Jaress); three daughters, Lisa Kiest (husband Bryan Kiest), Lori Lee Jaress (husband David Scott), Leslie Williams ( Kelley Johnston); two grandchildren and one great- grandchild. Brother Al Jaress preceded him in death.
A private service was held at Venice Memorial Gardens with military honors.
Services under the care of Farley Funeral Homes. Online condolences can be made at www.farleyfuneralhome.com.
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Pam Pettit
December 23, 2020
So sorry to hear about Len! I always enjoyed him coming in to the Auto Parts store and talking about his babies at home. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his wife and family. May your memories help at this time and my God comfort you.
Marines of the Marine Corps League Naples, Florida
December 22, 2020
The U.S. Marines, Navy Fleet Marine Force Corpsmen, FMF Chaplains, and Associate Members of the E. T Brisson Detachment #063 of the Marine Corps League in Naples, Florida, hereby salute and recognize Leonard Jaress for serving God and his country by becoming a United States Marine. We honor his memory and valiant service to our Corps and our great Nation. Please accept our heartfelt sentiments as a token of our esteem and admiration of his L’Esprit du Corps. Semper Fidelis.
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