Walter Leonard Obituary

Mr. Leonard had touched so many lives during his journey on earth. He is without a doubt, in God´s hands.May he rest in peace!

Dear Mrs. Leonard
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your husband, Walter. We have only just discovered this information after finding a collection of Christmas cards my husband had received and meticulously saved. We have enjoyed re-reading them over the years and had just decided to start a tradition to read one at each gathering of our family. That lead us to search the internet to see where you and Dr. Leonard are currently located and we're shocked to learn of his demise. Please know that you have family here in Florida.
Raymond & Stella Pla (Lehigh Acres, FL)

My deepest sympathy Mrs. Leonard I sincerely appreciated Dr. Leonard's mentoring, friendship and advice...please extend my sympathies to Angela as well...do you remember when I brought you guys ice and batteries after the hurricane...God bless

Betty,
I was so deeply sorry to just hear of our dear friend Walter's passing. I was packing to move to Boston and came across a pack of cards and letters from you all and looked you up only to find an obituary for Walter. My heart is deeply saddened for your family and my prayers are for God to strengthen you and give you peace. Love you a lot.

I am thoroughly shocked to see this! Dr. Leonard was a wonderful, kind and brilliant man. He was the consummate mentor! I'll always have fond memories of our trip to London. My husband and I enjoyed the company of his wife and sister-in-law during that wonderful trip. Rest in peace, my friend. My love and prayers are with the family.

Thank you sir for your contribution to humanity!

My deepest sympathy to the family of Walter J. Leonard. His passing is A Great Loss.

so sorry for your loss

Dear Mrs. Leonard and family. My deepest sympathies go out to you. Alex and I counted you and Mr. Leonard as dear friends. I will miss getting his Christmas cards and his poems. May he rest in peace. Joan Harrigan-Farrelly

Dr. Leonard, I am sooooo sorry to hear of your father's passing. You favor your dad quite a bit. I'm sure he was a wonderful man who made many contributions to this world. He lives on in you. Miss you - Blessings, Sharita :)

Dear Betty and Angela
I only recently learned of Walter's passing. What a loss not only to our community, but also to our nation. A loving husband and father plus a good friend to Kellis I am glad they had a chance to connect before Kellis' death.
I remember with fondness Kellis and I sharing cake with you and Walter one Christmas Eve. May loving memories give comfort to you and Angela during this sad time.

Dear Mrs. Leonard and Angela --

Toya informed me of Dr. Leonard's recent transition. I offer my prayers and condolences to you both, as well as the Peace of God's manifold blessings now and as you move through this time of sorrow.

Your loved one's prodigious legacy is a testament of a life well lived. His works will live on.

Dear Mrs. Leonard,
I wanted to share my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I hope you remember me. My name is Legoria (Vernon) Payton. I attended Fisk and sang soprano in the Fisk Jubilee Singers from 1976-1981. I can remember when the Singers came to your home on campus. We still talk about the food and great hot chocolate that you served us that evening. You always were so kind to me and always made time to chat with me which made me feel so special. It is my humble prayer that the Lord will continue to bless, keep and comfort you and your family. Fisk Forever! Sincerely, Legoria

Dear Betty,
We are just learning of Walter's passing. Please know that you and your family our in our thoughts and prayers. I have very fond memories of our conversations over the years when I was at the Trust.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dear Betty and Angela,
Just heard of dear Walter's passing. Although we've been out of touch for too many years, my memories of you and your family, going back 45 years, are fondly etched in my mind and heart. I was so honored to have known Walter and to follow his many accomplishments. I cherished our friendship, and wish you well in coping with this searing loss.
With love,
Susan Schur (now Kaufman)

Mr. Leonard left a great legacy but the most important was the one he left with his God. May you find peace in knowing that God is not one to forget just like we want. Sorry for your loss.

He did a lot for a lot. May God be with his family.

A life well lived,positive and bless. With prayer and condolences to family,extended love ones, friends and associated . God is able and in charge.

May the God of Comfort be with the Leonard Family. 2nd Cor 1:2
S. Whiting

sorry for your loss

May he rest in peace merry Christmas to all

Sorry for your loss, Jesus wept after the death of his friend Lazarus@ John11:35 , we weep alone with you

Mrs. Leonard,
I was saddened to learn of Dr. Leonard's transition. I will always remember the kindness and hospitality that you showed during my time at Fisk. May God's comfort and peace rest upon you and yours.

First I'd like to send my love to the Leonard family for your loss. Through his actions many are still benefiting from the "Harvard model" he so proudly believed in and helped implement. May God be with your family during this difficult time and may you find comfort in his words, "Come to me, all you who are toiling and loaded down, and I will refresh you". Matthew 11:28

My condolences to your family. may MR LEONARD hard work inspire others to fellow his example.

As we experience these traggic losses we can have faith that God will strengthen us to endure the pain. God will make sure you have the comfort you need in order for you to endure the loss. He will provide your family with the needed strength to endure the loss of your love one.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Our sincere condolences goes out to family and friends of Walter Leonard. May our Heavenly Father who sees your tears flow and pain of heart comfort you all during this most sorrowful time. May God's Kingdom promise give you all the needed strength to endure. Matthew 6:9,10

To The Leonard Family:

Because of Mr. Leonard the world is a much better place. Peace and much respect.

Best regards,

Olivia

Condolences and prayers to family and friends. RIH

Sincere condolences to the Leonard family. May the legacy that Dr. Leonard has built during his lifetime be of some comfort . But may The scriptures be your main source of strength of comfort . Philippians 4:6-7.

My heartfelt sympathy is with the family of Dr. Walter Leonard because of the death of your loved one. May the true God (Psalms 83:18) of all comfort and tender mercies be with each one of you!

Thank you, Leonard family, for sharing the life of a pioneer and undervalued, underappreciated titan, Dr. Walter J. Leonard. There are hundreds of African Americans who have attended and are attending law school thanks to his courage and foresight. My late wife, Sheila Vaden Williams, was one of them. I thank you for your support of me and my family, and am of service to you in any way I can be of assistance. Sincerely, James M. Williams, Jr.

To the Family of Dr. Walter Leonard: We are saddened to hear of Dr. Leonard's sickness and death. We are so indebted to him for having the insight to make entrance into Harvard University and other universities a reality for people of color. What a great opportunity and well-deserved experience presented that can be cherished for generations to come. Sleep peacefully, Dr. Leonard, until you are awaken by Jesus' voice to receive your reward of perfect life eternally surrounded by all who love and adore you!

Lynne and Angela, I was sorry to hear that your father had passed. I pray for you and your family to find peace in this hard time.

Antoinette Clark McGlasker

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Thank you for your efforts in academia. Condolences to the Leonard family.

I am so sorry for loss. I hope the God of comfort can help you through this trying time

Fair Winds and Following Seas, Brother. Rest easy, we have the Watch. Semper Paratus.

I'm sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, provide your family with peace and the strength needed to endure your loss.

Mrs. Leonard and family I am so sorry for your loss. May your many happy memories bring comfort doing this most difficult time. God is near to those broken and crushed at heart.

May your family find peace and comfort in knowing sickness, pain and death will one day be gone for this has been promised.

May all be comfort .Revuation21: 3. 4. 5 .

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Leonard family at this most difficult time. Please be assured that God will help you to cope with the heavy weight of your loss blessed be the Almighty God who daily carries the load for us.

Mr Leonard lived a positive , And the life he lived have spoken for him. May Jesus the Lord and saviour comfort and strengthen this family,in there time of bereavement.

In God's care, rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of Mr. Leonard's passing. He leaves a legacy behind that is written in indelible ink.
P. Carwile
ATL GA

Aunt Betty, Angela and L in
We will always have Uncle W.J with us.
Everyday his wisdom and love Will be with us.Oh!!! His love was so deep for all mankind no matter how great or how small .He has love for us all.
Every conversation with him was full of encouraging and inspiration with oh so much love.
There are nothing for me to say
but my uncle is a loving caring godly Christian soilder.
He will be waiting for us to be with him in heaven.
So, yes Uncle W.J. we did listen, learn and took your teaching to heart.We are working on being with you.
So, he is resting waiting on us to be with him when our time on earth are over.
He has prayed for us and mention us to the Father when he came and got him.

May God take him in his bosom and share eternal life with his Lord

Mrs. Leonard and Angelal I was pleased to have known dr. Leonard for a short period of time but during that time , I found out how great a man he was as a human being and as a teacher.you only want to meet a person like this in your lifetime and I am glad it was your husband and father as he used to tell me when. Askhow someone was doing he would always say thurgood Marshall would answer I'm just holding on at the present , now his Lord is holding on to him. . love Monte and Barbara. Church family

I first met Walter Leonard the morning of his first day at Harvard Law School. I worked for him for two years and with him in decades thereafter. He was my mentor, teacher and most of all a best friend. He celebrated my successes and encouraged me in defeat. He had a calm manner but was as tough as steel.

We stayed in touch over the decades. Every time he called me he would start with "Sam I was thinking about you so I thought I would give you a call". That was his way of letting me know how much he cared and he cared for so many.

Walter Leonard's legacy lives on in the many lives he touched and the institutions he changed for the better. I miss him so much.

My Dear Sister Angela, my heart is full for the lost of your Dad. You Tony & I go back to childhood we are family always.... Love you Sis. Rest in Peace Daddy Leonard1!

"DOC. Didn't just speak the word, he walked IN THE WORD-FOLLOW HIM.

We mourn the loss and celebrate the life and legacy of our dear friend, steadfast ally, and beloved counselor, Walter Leonard.

Angela and family, I am so sorry. We are holding you in our prayers and hearts.

Janine Holc and Anthony

For the past three years I have truly missed his Christmas message and have had to pull out some of the past ones. I will miss this GENTLEMAN. Peace and Love, Vernice Butler Johnson

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God continue to heal your hearts during your time of sorrow.

Dr. Leonard encouraged, supported and defended generations of minority students at Harvard University and steadfastly educated the entire Harvard community during his tenure there. An intelligent and kind friend to all of us, he will be greatly missed and forever appreciated. Deborah A. Batts, U.S.D.J.

To the family of Dr. WALTER LEONARD
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. We are remembering you and your Husband, Father, Uncle and Loved-one, today and always.
We met Dr. and Mrs. Leonard over thirty plus years ago; we have been neighbors on Glenmoor Drive since we met. We have enjoyed his wonderful wisdom and counseling over these years.
Samuel & Covette (Rooney) Flood
Glenmoor Drive