Joseph Russell Leonard

JOSEPH RUSSELL LEONARD

Garland, Texas

Joseph Russell Leonard (born December 20, 1956), 64, of Garland, TX, went to Heaven on October 5, 2021, after a brief illness. He was united in marriage to Kathy Ann Dunlevy on April 11,

1992 in Dallas Fort Worth, TX.

Joseph lived his younger years in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, graduating from the Community High School. He graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 1980 earning a degree in Industrial Technology. He later earned his Master of Business Administration Degree at Amber University.

Joseph worked in many different industries as an Engineering Consultant in Systems and Processes. He was always up for a big challenge and took pride in delivering innovative solutions. He believed in having the correct tools for the job and his many tool chests proved this. He always had several projects in the queue with the latest being the refurbishing of a 1980s Airstream trailer.

Joseph was active in the Boy Scouts of America and church. His hobbies as a woodworking craftsman, building furniture and camping enthusiast with the family were highlights in his life. He especially enjoyed his family and friends celebrating through great meals with cooking and barbequing, stories and laughter. He was a wonderful role model as a husband, father, friend and child of God.

Joseph is survived by his wife, Kathy, and son, Christopher, Garland TX; brother, Chris Leonard (wife Sharon), Waterloo, IA; his sister, Nancy Leonard Duncan (husband David) of Cedar Rapids; as well as nephews, Patrick Leonard and Stephen Duncan; and niece, Jessica Duncan.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ted Leonard; mother, Patricia Leonard of Mt. Pleasant; and brother, Steve of Holly Lake Ranch, TX.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to The Alzheimer's Association, The Heart Association or The American Cancer Society.

The service celebrating Joseph's life will be held at the Charles W. Smith and Sons Funeral Home located at 2925 Fifth St., Sachse, TX 75048 on Oct. 23, 2021. Visitation starts at 10 a.m., with the Celebration of Life service at noon.