George R. Leonard

Castleton-George R. Leonard, 92, of Castleton, NY passed away peacefully on October 29, 2020.

George is predeceased by his wife of 68 years Rose, daughters Linda Leonard, Gloria Miller, Son in Laws Michael K. Britt and Robert Dudley, Sisters Jean Schroeder and Winfred Leonard, Brothers Robert (Lucille) and Gordon Leonard.

He is survived by his daughters Patti Miller, Diane Leonard (Rick), Donna Britt, Chrissy Peter (Chris), Lisa Cecala, Son in Law Ronnie Miller, Brother in Law Frank Davidson (Judy), and Sister in Law Diane Leonard.

He enjoyed his Nine grandchildren: Allison, Jesse, Samantha, Jamie, Paul, Nicole, Jason, Rick and Andrea, and his Ten great grandchildren: Charlotte, Mila, Max, Molly, Ryder, Emma, Jack, Trevor, Cody and Aidan.

George was a US Navy veteran serving in World War II. He was employed at International Harvester and was Town of Schodack Highway Superintendent. He also Ran the Leonard Brothers Mobil Station in Castleton with his brother Gordon (Red).

He was a life member of the Castleton Fire Company and held the position of Chief at one time.

He enjoyed mowing his lawn, watching the Yankees, car racing, and playing Euchre with his brothers and Friends. He was an avid “do it yourselfer” and was a stockcar driver in his younger days.

Calling hours will be Monday, November 2nd from 3-6pm at Ray Funeral Home in Castleton. There will be Pandemic restrictions in place (masks and social distancing are required). There will be a private family burial at Horizon View Cemetery on Tuesday, November 3rd at 11am.

In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Castleton Ambulance Squad in his memory.

Ray Funeral Service, Inc.
59 Seaman Ave.
Castleton, NY 12033
(518)732-7663