Carol Sandra Leonard, 81, of Nelson Twp., OH, went home to her Lord and Savior Monday, July 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 5, 1942, to the late Stanley and Florence (nee Pawlowski) Pacek.
She was a devoted member of the St. Edward Catholic Church parish. Carol found joy in the connections she made with people, whether family or friends. She was happy whether talking or visiting with her loved ones, especially when she could make others laugh. Carol’s love of life, laughter, and her family will forever be her legacy.
Carol will be deeply missed by her sons, Mark Leonard, Jason (Noreen) Leonard, William (Mandy Butler) Leonard, and John Leonard; 5 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild, and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Leonard; son, Kenneth Leonard; siblings, David Pacek, Patricia Lis, and Thomas Pacek.
Please join the family for a Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 11:00 a.m., at St. Edward Catholic Church, 16150 Center St, Parkman, OH 44080, with Fr. Jacob Bearer officiating. Carol with then be taken to Park Cemetery in Garrettsville, OH, where she will be lovingly laid to rest with her beloved husband. Care for Carol was entrusted to Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville, OH 44231. For online condolences go to www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com.
