Norma L. Leonard, 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at 12:45 p.m. at her residence in McGuffey, surrounded by her family.
She was born on July 27, 1933, in McGuffey to George Dewey and Myrtle (Nagley) Dorman. On June 21, 1952, Norma married William “Bill” Leonard and he preceded her in death on Nov. 12, 2001.
Norma worked for North Electric in Kenton. She also worked many years at San Antonio Nursing Home as a nurse’s aide. She enjoyed working outdoors in her yard. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her greatest wish was salvation for her family.
Norma is survived by three sons: Jeff (Barb) Leonard of Alger, Greg Leonard of Alger, and Bill (Stephanie) Leonard of Roundhead; a daughter, Lori (Ron) Stevenson of Alger; 10 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a granddaughter: Rachel Stevenson; three sisters: Marilyn Rimer, Janet Wolber, and Doris McGlaughlin; and her mother-in-law: Gertrude Coats.
Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, private family services are being held at Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Alger with David Holbrook officiating. Burial will be in Preston Cemetery, Alger.
Memorial contributions may be made to McGuffey Church of Christ, P.O. Box 303, McGuffey, OH 45859.
