Susan Jane Leonhardt
Passed: July 26, 2017
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Susan Jane Leonhardt
Passed: July 26, 2017
Obituary
Susan Jane Leonhardt, 72 of Litchfield Park, AZ passed away July 26, 2017. She was born December 6, 1944 in Sioux City, Iowa to Howard and Bette Holdcroft. The family moved to Arizona in 1978. After many years in the Hallmark business, she returned to her college major of Education. She taught English and Reading at Pendergast Elementary School and Tolleson High School for years before retiring in 2011. She was not only a season ticket holder of the Arizona Cardinals but also a member of the Arizona Cardinals Big Red Service Team. She enjoyed the yearly vacations to Carlsbad, CA with her family.
Sue is survived by her daughters, Lisa Leonhardt, Mandy (Justin) Greene, and Kari (Gabriel) Calderon; sister, Jeanie (Lon) Reams; and four grandchildren, Jacob, Madison, Kaylee and Khloe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry L. Leonhardt; parents, Howard and Bette Holdcroft; and brother, Hod Holdcroft.
A memorial service will be held at 5:00 pm, Friday, August 11, 2017 at the Church of Litchfield Park, 300 N Old Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of the Valley or to Colon Cancer research.
8 responses to Susan Jane Leonhardt
Kate says:
July 30, 2017
Lisa, Matt Papworth’s mom here. I remember your Mom from when you all were in grade school & high school. Such a nice lady with a beautiful smile. Sending hugs & peaceful thoughts to you & your entire family.
Fondly Kate & Russ Papworth
Judy Mercy says:
July 31, 2017
She was a wonderful mother, teacher, and friend. Pray God will bless you with peace in this time of grieving.
Judy Mercy