Debra F. Leonard 63, a lifelong resident of Whitman, died unexpectedly at home on Friday October 30.
Born in Brockton and raised in Whitman, she was the beloved daughter of the late Harold B. and Janetta G. (Kinnear) Leonard and a graduate of Whitman-Hanson High School, Class of 1975. Deb furthered her education attending North Adams State College.
Her career took her to Travelers Insurance where she worked many years as an Insurance Director.
Deb loved traveling, spending days on the beach and working around her home. She took special pride in her beautiful yard and gardens, maintaining them herself.
She is survived by her sister Cynthia Kawadler and her husband Rob of Holbrook, and her brother James Leonard of Whitman, her niece Katie Leonard of Whitman and her nephews Brandon and Tyler Kawadler of Holbrook as well as countless friends. She was predeceased by her longtime companion Douglas A. Dodge.
Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Wednesday November 4 from 10:00AM-12:00PM in the Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Plymouth Street (Rte. 58 @ the rotary) Whitman and a graveside service at 12:30PM in the Colebrook Cemetery, Essex Street, Whitman.