John R Leonard Sr

John R Leonard Sr, 71, Paoli, IN passed away May 23, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family.  He was born July 24, 1951 in Paoli, IN to Paul Leonard and Mary Anna Payton Leonard.

John was preceded in death by his parents, brother Ronald, sister Zola Gray and a grandson Brandon Leonard.

He owned and operated Leonard’s Garage and Towing for many years.  John enjoyed his sand rail and helping others.

Survivors include:

John’s companion:

Tammy Grow                      Paoli, IN

Ex-wife:

Sandra Woolston                Paoli, IN

Sons:

Johnny Leonard Jr (Carla)  English, IN

Jimmy Leonard (Jessica)    Louisville, KY

Daughter:

Angie Laswell                English, IN

Sister:

Rosemary Fields           English, IN

Also surviving John are 15 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Sunday, May 28, 2023 at Dillman Scott Funeral Home, 226 West Campbell Street, Paoli, IN.  Visitation will be held from 3:00 – 7:00 PM, Saturday, May 27, 2023 and Sunday, May 28, 2023 from 11:00 AM until the time of service. Interment to follow at the Payton Cemetery, Paoli, IN.