James Steven Leonard
July 28, 1947 - March 16, 2022
James S. Leonard, age 74, of Minneapolis, passed away at the Minnesota Veteran's Home on Wednesday afternoon March 16, 2022. He retired from Target Corporation in May, 2009, after 6 years of service. Previously, he worked for Presbyterian Homes of Lake Minnetonka, Benson Optical, and Super Valu. He served his country in the Army, 101st Airborne Division, during the Vietnam War from March, 1968 to February, 1970. Preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Marie, and wife, Vivian. Survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Elaine; daughter, Michelle Leonard and son-in-law, Nick Bratovich; plus, many extended family and friends. The family would like to thank the staff of the Minneapolis Veteran's Home for their excellent care of James for the past 10+ years. Visitation Thursday March 24 from 9AM-10AM, followed by a chapel service from 10AM-11AM at Washburn-McCreavy, Nokomis Park Chapel, 1838 E. Minnehaha Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN. Burial and graveside service at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at 1:00PM. Memorials preferred to the Basilica of St. Mary, Minneapolis, MN. A celebration of life will be held later this summer. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Nokomis Park 612-721-1651
James S. Leonard, age 74, of Minneapolis, passed away at the Minnesota Veteran's Home on Wednesday afternoon March 16, 2022. He retired from Target Corporation in May, 2009, after 6 years of service. Previously, he worked for Presbyterian... View Obituary & Service Information