Margie Leonard's obituary , Passed away on May 5, 2025 in Newport News, Virginia

Margie Leonard

December 17, 1934 - May 5, 2025 (90 years old)

Newport News, Virginia

Margie Leonard's obituary , Passed away on May 5, 2025 in Newport News, Virginia

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O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home

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Margie Leonard

December 17, 1934 - May 5, 2025 (90 years old)

Newport News, Virginia


Margie Leonard Obituary

We are sad to announce that on May 5, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Margie Leonard (Newport News, Virginia). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Rosa Lee and Leroy Lee; her husband James W. Leonard, Sr.; her sons, James W. Leonard, Jr., Kevin Leonard and Terrance Leonard; her grandson James R. Leonard; and her great grandchild Deontae Kittles.

She is survived by: her daughters, Jewel Bass (John) of Newport News, VA and Sandra Carney of Richmond, VA; and her grandchildren, Crystal, Danielle, Juanita, Bianca (Eli), Iesha (Brandon), Rebecca, April (Ivan Sr.), James III, Tracey (Adrian), Shawn (Jasmine), Jewel, Sonya and Martin.

Viewing was held on Friday, May 9th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home (3009 Chestnut Ave, Newport News, VA 23607). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, May 10th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Galilee Baptist Church (6012 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23605).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home



Fri

May 09

Viewing

O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home
3009 Chestnut Ave, Newport News, VA 23607

Sat

May 10

Celebration of life

Galilee Baptist Church
6012 Jefferson Ave, Newport News, VA 23605

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May 8, 2025

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May 8, 2025

The Hinton Family sent flowers

“I’m truly sorry to hear about the passing of Ms. Leonard always had such a warm presence. I know this is a tough time for your family. Sending you peace, strength, and my heartfelt condolences.”


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