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Bryan Leonard Obituary

Bryan Karlton Leonard entered the world on November 3, 1988 and departed on the morning of February 23, 2014. He was a 2007 graduate of Woodlawn High School and a production assistant at Flowers Baking Company. He leaves to cherish his loving memory his mother and father, Doris R. Leonard and Marvin L. Leonard; grandmother, Carrie W. Reese; three sisters, three brothers, aunts, great aunts and numerous cousins. Bryan came into the world as an uncle, and although he had no children of his own, 'Uncle B' was proud of every niece and nephew he had and held them dear to his heart. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, his paternal grandmother, two uncles and a brother-in-law. Viewing will be at Desselle Funeral Home, 263 Eddie Robinson Sr. Dr., Baton Rouge, on Sunday, March 2, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., and resuming on Monday, March 3, from 8:00 a.m. until the funeral service at 10:00 a.m.

Published by The Advocate from Mar. 1 to Mar. 2, 2014.
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Miss you so much B.

February 23, 2019

BRYAN YOU ARE ONE OF THE SWEETEST GUYS I'VE EVER MET YOU HAD A SMILE UNLIKE NO OTHER. I REMEMBER ALL THE DAYS WE COPIED EACH OTHERS HOMEWORK AND ILL NEVER FORGET THE DAY YOU ALMOST MADE ME PEE ON MYSELF IN FRONT THE GYM WHEN YOU PUT THAT LITTLE NASTY SNAKE ON MY SHOULDER LOL. YOU HAVE SUCH A BIG HEART. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
LOVE U B
KIRSTEN SHELMIRE-WILEY WOODLAWN CLASS OF 07

Kirsten Wiley

March 4, 2014

Over time I have learned never to question but always depend. It is in these times that I depend on the Lord and lean not on my own understanding. We are family; and we will miss laughing and catching up with you at Maw Maw Carrie's! Bryan your smile and peaceful presence will forever be missed but never forgotten. My prayers are with the family and all of your loved ones. Every day you are loved; watch over us until we meet again~ Love Ashlei

Ashlei Morrison

March 4, 2014

Doris & Family,
My prayers are with each of you. Lean not to your own understanding trust the word of God, it will sustain you in this difficult time. Gods peace and blessings.

Danice Green

March 3, 2014

You will be forever missed but never forgotten. I love you CUZ.
B.J

Floyd Bailey

March 3, 2014

Bryan, working with you was a great pleasure. Getting to know you was a blessing to my life and you will be remembered always. To the family , your in my prayers. Sorry for your great loss.

Monica Fisher

March 3, 2014

I never said good bye, whenever we parted. I'll see you later, with a hug and a kiss was how we said our farewells. I'll cherish all of the moments, the laughter, and every other crazy thing we got ourselves into. You had such a big heart , that even the people that didn't know you could feel the love. Your presence was captivating, and whenever you entered the room everyone noticed, or would very soon. Your one extraordinary man, the only man I kept so close to my heart. .We were inseparable, we always remained as one. If you were to walk through the door, I was only a few steps behind or ahead ..or we might just run each other down. We always had each other's back. As long as we were together, neither of us ever had to worry. It hurts to look over to my side, and not see you there beside me. Or just the thought that I'll never get a crazy text or voice message from you saying " I know you see me calling you!" whenever I missed your call. Or getting a late night text from you asking "wyd?!' And then you telling me "let's ride " .It'll never be the same without you . I'm sorry that your life ended so soon. I'd do anything in the world to hear your voice, see your smile, and to hug you and kiss you over and over again . I love you sooo much! And miss my best friend even more. I won't say good bye, but I'll see you later . Love you ALWAYS XOXO
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Keesha Kelly

March 3, 2014

Saying goodbye is never easy, but in God's grace and mercy we shall see you later. I am praying that God gives the family peace and strength to endure.

Aaron and Shenoah Augustus

Shenoah Augustus

March 2, 2014

It is always so sad to lose a former student, but it is even harder to lose one that was so near and dear to my heart. He will be missed by so many. My prayers are with the family.

Rachel Morton

March 2, 2014

My prayers are with the Leonard Family during this time. May The Lord continue to strengthen each one of you!

Sherrell Heard

March 2, 2014

I love you so much! You were just like my own child. I wiill miss your handsome smile so much. You will always be in my thoughts.

Lois Reese

March 2, 2014

Keeping you in our prayers

JAMIE Norman

March 2, 2014

Doris, my heart goes out to you, and I feel you pain.I lost my only son in 2000 at age 25. Nevertheless, be encouraged knowing that the hurt you feel last for only a short while, as joy comes in the morning. Although you will never forget, our God will make a way for you to endure.

Keep your head lifted know that someday you will meet again. As we are made of flesh, it is difficult to understand that Byran's death is all part of the Master's plan. My Bible tells me that every hair on our heads is numbered, and if we expect to see His face, we must all travel this path as Bryan.
So continue to trust and never doubt, surely the God we serve will bring you out, because He is too WISE to make a mistake, and too JUST to do wrong.

Leon Smith (class of '65)

March 2, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. R.I.P. Bryan

Maria Vital

March 2, 2014

Bryan, we are going to miss you. Doris and family, we are praying for your comfort. He was such a wonderful person and we were so blessed to have known him.

Diane, Marcus and MJ LeDuff

Diane LeDuff

March 2, 2014

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