Joseph. J. Leonard, Jr. 77, son of the late Sophie and Joseph J. Leonard, Sr., passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2020 at home. Born in Elizabeth, he was a lifelong resident. Joseph worked in the Engineering Department of Elizabeth City Hall for 35 years, retiring many years ago as principal engineer.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 44 years Patricia (Lynch), his sons; Joseph and his wife Tori, and Thomas, his granddaughters; Lucy Ann and Maisy Rose. Mr. Leonard was an active member of St. Genevieve's RC Church, an assistant Scout Leader for Boy Scouts Troop 23, and a member of St. Genevieve's leisure group.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral on Monday, January 13, 2020, 9:00 am from Krowicki McCracken Funeral Home, 2124 E St. George Ave, Linden (908)352-9190. Funeral mass St. Genevieve RC Church, Elizabeth 10:00 am. Interment St. Gertrude Cemetery, Colonia. Visiting Sunday, January 12,
5:00-9:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to Boy Scouts Troop 23 of St. Genevieve Church.