In Taunton, September 24, 2012 Thomas P. Leonard, age 61 passed away in Taunton Nursing Home following a lengthy illness. Thomas was born in Taunton, the son of the late William F. & Leah (Cardoza) Leonard. He was educated in Taunton schools and has resided in Taunton all his life. Thomas was employed as a corrections officer in Bridgewater. He enjoyed music and playing the drums, above all he cherished the time with his family. Thomas is survived by his siblings Jeanne Reid of Taunton, Patricia Babbitt and her husband Richard of Taunton, Kathleen Slavick and her husband Richard of Taunton and William E. Leonard and his wife Donna of Taunton. Thomas also leaves nine nieces and nephews. A funeral home service will be held at the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home, 70 Washington St., Taunton, MA on Friday, Sept. 28th at 10am. Relatives and friends are invited to visiting hours on Thursday from 5-8pm. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Taunton. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the P.R.I.D.E. Workshop, 3 Maple St., Taunton, MA 02780