Leonard was born March 2, 1947 and passed peacefully in his sleep October 14, 2021.
Leonard was first to last a family man. His love for his children and grandchildren was immeasurable. Leonard honorably served in the United States Air Force. He was proud, stubborn and outspoken. He leaves a hole that will be impossible to fill.
As a single father, he showed the world what he was capable of. As a man he showed the world that he was fighter, a hero, a friend, a brother, an amazing caretaker and a great man.
Leonard is preceded in death by his father Orlando, his mother Phyllis, his brother Roland and his son Daniel.
He leaves behind his daughters Courtney (Mike), Felice (Jeff), Stella and son Emilio as well as his grandchildren; Jordan, Kyra, Sam, Wyatt, Alyxis (Rosie), Annalisa, Gage and Lilith. He is also survived by his brother Daniel Santistevan and numerous other family members.
As a family we have privately honored his final wishes as they were.
I have many fond memories of Leonard. He was a kind man who would do anything to help a person in need. Please accept my condolences.
To Leonard's family and friends: I want to express my sincere condolences. This is a very sad time for all of you and I share in your grief. Leonard and Danny are friends from way back. My prayers go out to each and every one of you.
Our children were in school with Daniel and Emilio - we have great memories of the friendliness that came from the connections at Linford and the soccer fields. Leonard was a kind person and a devoted father. Rest in peace and our sincerest sympathies to his children. the Owens family
My condolences to the family, Leonard and I go way back and had many adventures together. May he rest in peace
Will always remember Leonard. Leonard was one of a kind. Growing up with Leonard left a lot of memories. My sincere sympathy with his children. Prayers are with you.
You will always be remembered !! From "Miss Arizona "
Leonard was truly one of the kindest souls I have ever known. We were friends for 40 years. I will miss him. John Sullivan
Danny and all of Leonard's family, Leonard was my benchmate in high school woodshop. He was a good craftsman, and my true friend. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I will miss his humor and his appreciation of accomplishment. Bless you, all. Dave Wright
Leonard was always a kind and caring classmate through the years and loved being a father. May he rest in peace with all his family and friends in heaven. My prayers are for Leonard and all his family. Mary Jo O'Flannigan