Leonard Harold Heath born on May 3, 1923 in Carlstadt, N.J. was called home to be with the Lord on December 28, 2011. He married the love of his life Carol Cannon Heath August 31, 1946. Leonard retired from the Air Force after serving 21 years at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Many of his military years were spent as a pilot who flew to far and near world destinations. He graduated from The Municipal University of Omaha with a degree in General Education and Trinity University with a Master’s in Education. Leonard was a dedicated educator and administrator at Lanier High School for 18 years who impacted many students’ lives. He was an active member of the Windcrest United Methodist Church since 1966 serving as Head Usher for over 20 years, Builders Class, and a long-time United Methodist Men member. Leonard enjoyed coaching the Little League team for his son and other activities with his children. He also volunteered to be a driver for cancer patients for a number of years. Leonard was preceded in death by his parents Elsie Heath Prezioso and Levy Heath, daughter Lisa M. Heath, and brother, Bill Heath. Leonard is survived by his wife Carol, and children Cherie Davis (Jeff), Linda Varvarovsky (Butch), Michael Heath (Laura), and Laurie Taylor (Darryl). The grandchildren include Lacy Alison (Pactole), Sabrina Varvarovsky, Ryan Varvarovsky, Jesse Martinez (Kristin), Katie Taylor, Jenna Taylor, four great-grandchildren, sister Dolores Albach and brother Patrick Prezioso. Leonard was a loving and dedicated husband, father and grandfather who will be sorely missed.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Brighter Days Horse Refuge, 682 Krause Rd., Pipe Creek, Texas 78063.
Visitation will be held Monday, January 2, 2012 from 6PM to 8PM at Sunset Funeral Home. The funeral service will be Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 9:30AM at Sunset Funeral Chapel. He will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Park.
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