Noel Gary Leon

Noel Gary Leon, 54, of Tucson, Arizona passed away on July 28th, in Phoenix, AZ. Memorial service will be held 11am, Saturday, August 13, 2016 at Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary with Pastor Jay Nelson, of Church of God officiating. Arrangements handled by Chapel of the Chimes mortuary.

Noel was born in Tucson, Arizona to Mary Carmen Cook and Martin Leon on August 5, 1961. He attended Tucson High School. He was married to Gloria (Castro) Leon on August 22, 1992 in Phoenix, Arizona. Noel worked as a manager for Home Depot, Auto Zone, and owned Classic Pizza and Wings in Glendale, Arizona.

Noel is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Mary Socorro Flores, grandfather William Charles Cook, paternal grandmother Adelina Leon and grandfather Martin Leon, Sr.

Noel is survived by wife Gloria Leon, daughters Kayla Castro (Daniel), Sabra Leon, Mercedes “Nikki” Leon (Anthony), and sons Justin Castro (Maira), and Brandon Leon. He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren, sister Michelle (Cook) Hill (Jason), Barry Leon, Rocky Leon, parents Mary Carmen Cook and Martin Leon Jr. and many nephews and nieces and large extended family and friends.

Noel, a loving husband and father to his family. He would make people laugh with a joke, or a funny face. He had a big heart for anyone that needed it. As a Pittsburgh Steelers fan he would cheer them on to victory. Noel you will be greatly missed!! Have fun riding your Harley in the Sky!

The family of Noel wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Banner Thunderbird Hospital, Gary and Mary Ann Marrufo.