Leon Brokaw, born on October 5, 1940, in the home of his parents in Exeter, CA, was restored to glory alongside His beloved Savior and Friend, Jesus Christ, at the age of 81 in the early morning of November 28, 2021. His wife of 60 years, Ruth, and his granddaughter, Kellie, were present at the time of his passing in his home in Visalia, CA.
Leon grew up in Exeter with his parents, Melford and Evelyn Brokaw, and his sister, Yvonne, and graduated from Exeter High School. At the age of 16, Leon committed his life to serve God, and he spent the remainder of his adult life as a youth pastor in Houston, TX and San Jose, CA, and, later as a pastor in Turlock, CA; Portland, OR; and finally, Heritage Church in Visalia, CA. He was also a Professor of Theology at Texas Bible College, as well as his alma mater, Christian Life College in Stockton, CA.
Leon married Ruth Ann Brokaw on March 25, 1961, when he was 20 years old, and they had three children together.
Leon was a faithful, honest, steadfast man of God, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His greatest desire was to glorify God and share His mercy, love, and truth with others so that they too could know how wonderful life could be alongside our Maker. He touched lives all over the world, and his heart remained confidently assured in the hope of Christ, even in the face of wild unknowns – God has been glorified.
Leon is survived by his wife, Ruth; his two daughters, Kimberly Jankela and Kris Martin; his son, Landon Brokaw; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sister, Yvonne Zimmerman.
Arrangements entrusted to Miller Memorial Chapel, 1120 W. Goshen Ave., Visalia, CA 93291.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.millerchapel.com for the Brokaw family.
