Donald Murray Leonard Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Donald Murray Leonard of Pawcatuck, Connecticut, born in Queens, New York, who passed away on December 13, 2025 at the age of 88. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald Murray Leonard to pay them a last tribute.
Though Donald has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Earle H. Leonard and Alice Conrad Leonard; and his brothers, William and Robert Leonard. He is survived by: his wife Marianne Risica Leonard; and his children, Anne Miller, Andrew Leonard (Jane) and Gary Leonard. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 18th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Buckler-Johnston Funeral Home (121 Main St, Westerly, RI 02891). A memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 18th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, December 18th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the River Bend Cemetery (117 Beach St, Westerly, RI 02891).