Joan F. Leonard Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Joan F. Leonard of Albany, New York, whose life came to an end on November 5, 2025 at the age of 96, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joan F. Leonard to show support.
As Joan departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Joan may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Joan leaves behind.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Thomas J. Grady and Edith M. Picard Grady; and her husband Francis T. Leonard. She is survived by: her children, Francis T. Leonard of Temecula, CA, Annmarie Yellico (Martin) of Albany, Monica Ross of Albany and John J. Leonard (Elaine) of Murrieta, CA.. She is also survived by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian burial was held on Tuesday, November 11th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the St. Francis of Assisi Church (391 Delaware Ave, Albany, NY 12209).
In lieu of flowers, donations in Joan's memory may be made to The Community Hospice Foundation, 310 S. Manning Blvd., Albany, NY 12208.
