Mr. Gary H. Leonard, age 74, Johnson City, passed away, Friday, May 15, 2026, at Johnson City Medical Center.
Mr. Leonard was born September 4, 1951, in Gate City, Virginia and was the son of the late Maude A. & Maurice H. Leonard, Kingsport, Tennessee.
He was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church PCA, in Johnson City, where he enjoyed serving as a Greeter.
After retiring from manufacturing, Gary was a member of the Adjunct Faculty at East Tennessee State University and Northeast State Community College. In past years, he volunteered his services as an Industrial Engineer, to the Tennessee Physical Rehabilitation Center, in Elizabethton, TN and served on the Board of Directors, and later as chairman of the Board of Directors of the organization.
Gary graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, and a Master of Science degree from East Tennessee State University; and a Bachelors Industrial Engineering degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville; he also obtained copyrights in Statistical Process Control training material. Gary also trained manufactures in Greeneville, Morristown, Clinton and Rutledge, TN in the use of Statistical Process Control.
He enjoyed reading the Holy Bible and attending church, especially during the Easter and Christmas seasons; He also enjoyed teaching college-level courses and working with students and being on a college campus. He enjoyed the annual building of his ever-growing Christmas village for his grandchildren….and himself; and he always looked forward to the annual Polar Express ride with his entire family.
Survivors include his son, Jason Leonard; daughter, Alice Maden and son-in-law, Landon Maden; grandchildren, Chase, John, Kate and Neyland Maden; sister, Joan Hobbs and her husband, Kerry; and two nephews, Nathan and Jared.
Graveside services will be conducted 12, Noon, Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, Virginia.
In lieu of flowers, Gary asked that donations be made to either of the following: Shriners Children’s Hospital Attn: Shriners Children’s Processing Center P.O. Box 947765 Atlanta, GA 30394 (Note: Donation to Greeneville, SC Hospital) or Westminster Presbyterian Church, PCA 2343 Knob Creek Rd. Johnson City, TN 37604 (Note: Children’s Ministry) or Trinity Baptist Church 260 Headtown Rd. Jonesborough, TN 37659 (Note: Children’s Ministry).
We are saddened to hear about Gary's passing. Having him as our next-door neighbor for the past 20 years was a true blessing. He was always such a kind, reassuring presence on our street, and we are going to miss seeing him out and about so much. Please know that we are right next door if you need absolutely anything during this difficult time. Holding your family in our thoughts and prayers."
05/19/2026
Tammy Bartlett and Laura Hess
Gary was always kind, caring, and a pleasure to work with throughout the years. Around the holidays, you could expect to get greetings and well-wishes from him; he was always so thoughtful. He taught part-time for Northeast State for many years, and he'll be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family as they go through this difficult time.
05/18/2026
Greg Leonard
We are very sorry for the family's loss. We know that Gary is resting on the mountain top with a smile on his face. We'll see him in Glory when our time comes. Larry, Joyce, Greg, Shirley, Jody, Kim Leonard and families.
