William John Leonard, graced the world with his presence Oct. 23, 1965. He was born to John Leonard and Estella Millard in Longview, Wash. Will was raised in Saskatchewan, Canada and graduated from high school in Moose Jaw.
His childhood summers were spent with his parents, John and Linda Leonard before moving here permanently and beginning his logging career with his father at the age of 17. On Sept. 22, 2016, we lost Will, an extraordinary man, to a logging accident. He will forever be remembered for his quick wit and his loving and caring nature. Will lived his life for his family, was a hard worker and always put others before himself. He was also a very devoted husband and father. Will was a wonderful friend to many and especially to his best friend and brother-in-law, Willie Keepers, where he stayed by his side until the bitter end. In our hearts, we know Willie was there to meet him on the other side.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Leonard; and brother-in-law, Willie Keepers.
Will is survived by Teresa (TC) his wife of nearly 20 years; he will live on in his girls, Cassidy (Sid), 18, Alec (Big Al), 15 and Audrey (Odd Ball), 9 years old; Will is also survived by his two moms, Estella and Linda; sister-in-law, Andee Keepers; six siblings; and several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held Oct. 22, 2016, at 5:30 p.m., at The Hub City Club, 216 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, WA 98531.
