James Ross Leonard was born on October 26, 1948 in El Paso, to parents Tommy and Juanita (Faiszt) Leonard and entered into rest on July 7, 2016 at the age of 67. James was a very creative man who loved to buy and sell antiques. James and Alma enjoyed taking road trips and they visited all of the lower 48 states. He worked in wholesale tire sales for over 30 years. After retiring he was active in Meals on Wheels. James was a loving caring man who will be missed by all who knew him. James was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Alma Leonard of Kemp, his brother Tommy Don Leonard and many caring friends.