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John attended college at Ft. Hays State in Hays, Kansas, or as he liked to say, "Hays, America". He majored in Physics and enjoyed learning. John obtained his surveying license and worked as a Land Surveyor for over 35 years. John enjoyed the challenges involved in surveying but he also talked about his experiences working on the Wendell Watson farm as a young man, working as a manager at the Hays Theater, working to build roads throughout Kansas, and working with Bill Harger laying curb and gutter. John enjoyed working hard and looked back with pride at his many accomplishments. John looked forward to Tuesday nights which is when he played pool with a group of men he had known for over 30 years. He loved to play pool. John also loved John Deere tractors and he spent years scouring the countryside looking for more tractors to admire and/or acquire.
John embraced life and lived it to the fullest. He loved people and was happiest when he was making a new acquaintance or talking to an old friend. John was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandpa, uncle, brother, and friend. He will be greatly missed. John fought with cancer and although he did not prevail, he faced death with dignity and bravery. He maintained his cheerful disposition and was quick with a smile to the very end.
There will be a memorial service to celebrate the life of John Allen Leonhart, on Saturday, July 11th at 11:00 AM, Swan-Law Funeral Directors - 501 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs. Lunch will be provided following the service. The burial will be a private family gathering.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Leonhart
Douglas Sainlar
July 4, 2016
I am saddened to learn that my college friend has passed on. He and I enjoyed our high performance cars and worked for the same gas-station owner at 27th & Vine in Hays, Ks. John and I lost touch after he graduated from Fort Hays Kansas State College and moved to Colorado...it is pleasing to learn he had such a rewarding and happy family life. I have always dreamed of finding him and rekindling our friendship.
Rest well, my dear friend...you are remembered fondly!
Terri (Udy) Wood
July 12, 2015
Although I didn't know John, I knew and worked with his wife Judy for many years. My prayers are with you Judy. You have my most sincere sympathy for your loss.
Steve Cocroft
July 10, 2015
I'd like to express my most heartfelt condolences to John's entire family. John was a great neighbor; always willing to lend a helping hand as well as being the neighborhood watch dog. After moving to Alaska, I thoroughly enjoyed the conversations we shared pertaining to the Northern Lights, Mt. McKinley, plate tectonics, volcanoes, earth quakes, etc., etc. I will miss those conversations - whether by phone 3,200 miles away, or in person leaning up against a fence post. Goodbye John and God bless!
Tina Conley
July 9, 2015
John, I am saddened to hear of your passing. I always enjoyed visiting with you and assisting you with legal descriptions, maps, ect, at the El Paso County Assessor's Office front counter. God Bless, Tina
Grace Leonhart
July 8, 2015
Aunt Judy,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know you have many good memories and I do too. God bless you and keep you through this hard time. Uncle Johnny--Rest in Peace.
His niece,
Grace Leonhart
Steve Echer
July 8, 2015
Judy I know you are sadden by the lost of John, but please feel blessed that you got to spend so many years with him. He was one of my best friends, and I will truly miss him. John was one of a kind! John was the smartest person I ever met and the worst dynamite expert I was ever around. REST IN PEACE BIG JOHN
Yvette Trujillo
July 8, 2015
Judy we are sorry for your loss. I cannot fathom what you are going through. Our hearts are full of sorrow with all you have been through. Know that we are praying for you
July 8, 2015
Condolences to the family, John was dearly loved by the Cross family God Bless. Uncle Bob and Aunt Gwen
Jan Whitney
July 7, 2015
Judy, I am saddened by your loss. I know how much you loved John. I pray for your comfort in God's peace
Loretta Childers
July 7, 2015
I will miss Uncle John's smile and quick wit, his jokes, advice, and encouraging words. God bless.
His niece,
Loretta Leonhart Childers
Andrew & Marie Leonhart
July 7, 2015
We will miss Uncle John. We will always think of him when we see a penny!
Love,
Ollie & Erik Watts
July 7, 2015
John was a great man. It was an honor to know and work with him through the years. We will miss him
Bill Brooks, PLS
July 6, 2015
Sorry for your loss.
Randy and Terri Thomas
July 6, 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful man.
Joseph Alessi, PLS
July 6, 2015
I met John in 1987 when he visited my office. He was very smart at math, and wanted to be a Land Surveyor. He was a special friend.
Bill Ninke
July 5, 2015
Sorry for your loss. I will always remember
John as a true friend and classmate.
Daniel Hollis
July 4, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. I remember John always displayed exuberance of life while growing up in Huntersamerica as he would say.
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