Leon Mark Puzon

Leon Mark Puzon was received into the loving arms of our heavenly father on September 8, 2025, at the age of 83. He was born November 30, 1941, in Great Falls, Montana and was a resident of Metairie, Louisiana.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Ann Puzon, grandson, Aidan Puzon, parents, Matthew Puzon and Ida Puzon, and siblings, Marjorie Gillis and Louis Puzon.

He is survived by his children, Matthew Puzon (Lisa), Susan Puzon Kurtz, and Geoffrey Puzon (Adeline), grandchildren, Noah, Jonah, Ian, Ciaran, Tristan and Ronan, and his siblings, Lois Puzon Balko and Melvin Puzon.

Leon graduated from Great Falls Central Catholic in 1960. He attended Seattle University and graduated with a BSc in engineering and later an MSc in engineering. He and his wife Patty built their Washington state home in the Bremerton/Seabeck area in 1972, where they raised their three children. Leon worked for Puget Sound Naval Shipyard for 30+ years and upon his retirement worked at Kitsap Regional Library in Bremerton. Leon’s beloved wife Patty, their children, and extended family were the heart of his life. His Catholic faith was a guiding force in his character. Together with Patty, he served as a Eucharistic Minister to the homebound for 15 years and participated in Marriage Encounter for seven years as part of their parish community at Star of the Sea.

In retirement, Leon cherished visiting family, whether traveling to Singapore, Malaysia, and Australia to see Geoff's family, or further exploring Washington with Matt's family there. When Patty fell ill, he became her devoted caregiver until her passing in 2012. In 2017, as his own health began to decline, Leon moved to Louisiana to be closer to his daughter Susan where many adventures took place. Despite health challenges, Leon remained active and engaged. He continued to nurture his faith through church attendance, retreats and volunteerism. He also found joy in reading, camping, fishing, hunting, and exploring national parks. As someone with Parkinson's, he advocated by dedicating his life by improving himself through dance, education, physical therapy and determination. Leon’s sense of humor and deep faith never wavered, touching the lives of all who knew him.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral service on Monday, September 15, 2025, at St. Angela Merici Catholic Church, 901 Beverly Garden Dr. Metairie, LA. Visitation will be held from 10:30 AM – 12 PM with a funeral Mass to begin at 12 PM.

In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to https://www.parkinson.org/donate