BORN

1950

DIED

2017

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Englewood, Ohio

Leon Harrison Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 16, 2017.

HARRISON, Leon 66 of West Carrollton, passed away April 20, 2017. Leon leaves to cherish his memory one son and daughter-in-law Lee Jay Wardle (Carol) of Clayton, two sisters and one brother-in-law, Janet (William) Harrison Carney of Acworth, GA, Debra Harrison of Trenton, NJ, nephews Matthew William (Laura) Carney, Joel Edward (Shawna) Carney, special friend Holly Martin – Huffman, numerous cousins and extended family. Leon was retired from Frigidaire/GM, was a Civil War Re-enactor, enjoyed writing, bicycling, and was the former Buckeye Bureau Chief at the Eastern Kentucky Magazine. He was a 1968 graduate of Northmont High School, and was a US Army Veteran. Leon was an active duty soldier stationed in Belgium. After his discharge, he became a pilot and transferred to the Army National Guard. In Hazard, Kentucky, the Mayor issued a proclamation, officially recognizing Leon as a "Duke of Hazard" and was presented the keys to the city. He also participated as the Grand Marshall in their "Black Gold Festival". Memorial services for Leon will be held at a later date. Contributions in memory of Leon may be made to Hospice of Dayton. Arrangements entrusted to the Tobias Funeral Home Englewood Chapel.

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December 24, 2020

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Mary Johnson Muna

Leon was one of the sweetest men I have even known. When we were stationed in Germany, he visited and traveled with us. Later he sent videos of the Smothers Brothers and cartoons to our children weekly. My son Travis was born the morning after Christmas and his middle name is Leon.

May 20, 2017

Sandy Spilker

While growing up on Wenger Road, Leon was the big brother of my best friend and next door neighbor, Deb. Leon would sometimes amuse us by pushing Deb and me around their house in a large cardboard carton . . . called me "Sandflea." I wasn't crazy about the nickname, but knew it was friendly "big brother" teasing. Nothing but fond memories come to me when thinking of him. RIP, Leon.

May 20, 2017

Janet Harrison Carney

Leon was my first, and my very best friend. I am proud to be his sister. He was a wonderful son, brother, and uncle. I am heartbroken.

May 17, 2017

I am so shocked and saddened to learn of Leon*s passing. He was a wonderful son and caregiver of his Mother.. Pat MacGregor (cousin)

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