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David Leonard Obituary

David M. Leonard

David M. Leonard, 61, of Findlay, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at Blanchard Valley Hospital emergency room. David was born April 18, 1963, in Findlay, the son of the late Michael Robert and Rosalyn Joyce (Buck) Leonard. He married Debra Ebersole October 26, 1984, and she survives.

Additionally, David is survived by his children, Krista (Nate) Cantu and Derek (Lauren) Leonard; three grandchildren, Landon, Brynn and Kaylee; his siblings, Beth (Scott) Foster, Lisa (Doug) Hague, Joseph (Alicia) Leonard, Andrew (Cynthia) Leonard and Aaron Leonard; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

David was preceded in death by a brother, Tony Leonard.

David was a graduate of Findlay High School, following graduation he began work as a diesel mechanic, retiring from Shorty's Truck Repair. Debra and David own King's Concessions and have served the local community for 11 years, having shared their tasty foods, enjoying fairs, festivals and gatherings of all types.

He enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren, faithfully supporting them in their activities. David had a love for baking and kept himself busy helping others.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 1-5 p.m. Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at Kirkpatrick-Behnke Funeral Home, 500 Lima Avenue, Findlay. A memorial service will begin at 5 p.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Cancer Patient Services, 1800 North Blanchard Street, Suite 120, Findlay, Ohio 45840 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38015-9959.

Online condolences may be shared with the family via www.kirkpatrickbehnke.com

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

Published by The Courier on Jan. 24, 2025.

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Kirkpatrick-Behnke Funeral Home

500 Lima Ave., Findlay, OH 45840

Jan

28

Memorial service

5:00 p.m.

Kirkpatrick-Behnke Funeral Home

500 Lima Ave., Findlay, OH 45840

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