Philip R. Leonard

Philip R. "Phil" Leonard of Daytona Beach, FL passed away on May 17, 2018, while in the care of Halifax Health Ormond Beach Care Center. Phil was born in Baltimore, MD in 1950 and raised in Kissimmee, FL ("before Disney" as he would say). Phil served his country for 3 years in the US Army during Viet Nam, stationed in Hawaii. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from UCF. Phil was an avid Florida Gators fan, nature and animal lover and enjoyed boating on the St. Johns and Halifax Rivers. He surfed, water-skied, jet-skied, dove for lobsters in the Florida Keys and enjoyed all things related to being outside in nature, especially on and in the water. He also enjoyed his riding his Harley. Before retiring, Phil was Adult Protective Investigator for the State of Florida.

His father, Bob Leonard, his mother, Ruth (Leonard) Forney, and his beloved dog, Sally predeceased Phil.

He is survived by his Sister, Lois (Tom) Smith; Niece, Beth Smith, several cousins, numerous dear friends and his life partner, Mary Gordon. Phil will be dearly missed by Mary’s grandchildren, Juliana, Cameron, Richie and Oliver. A celebration of his life will be held in the near future on the St. Johns River. In lieu of flowers, Mary and family request donations be made to the Halifax Humane Society or the charity of choice.