Ferdinand Leon III Obituary

Ferdinand Leon III of New Orleans, Louisiana passed away on October 6, 2026. Ferdinand, born on March 8, 1945, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ferdinand Leon III or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ferdinand Leon Jr. and Norma Reine Leon; his sisters, Sandra Morgan and Linda Leon; and his grandson Kirk Hayes Jr..

He is survived by: his wife Lydia Leon; his children, Michele Johnson (Errol) and Rodney Leon (Trenese); his grandsons, Tyler Johnson Sr. and Rodney Leon Jr.; his great grandchildren, Tyler Johnson Jr., Kairi and Kyle Hayes; and his siblings, Gregory Leon and Gail Mc Donald (late Byron).

Visitation was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church (7300 Crowder Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70116). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.