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The death has occurred of

Gary Leonard

Orchard Court, Templemore, Co. Tipperary and formerly of Dublin. 3rd of May 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his parents John (Jack) and Carmel, and brother John.

Deeply regretted by his loving wife Carmel, son Matthew, daughter Rachel, sisters Angela and Anne, niece Niamh, nephew John, brothers in law, sisters in law, relatives, and friends.

May Gary rest in peace.

Reposing in Grey’s Funeral Home Templemore this Monday Evening from 5 pm to 7 pm. Removal on Tuesday Morning to the Church of the Sacred Heart Templemore for Requiem Mass at 12 noon. Cremation service on Wednesday in Mount Jerome Garden Chapel at 2-15pm.

Family flowers only please, donations if desired to Hospice Home Care c/o Grey’s Funeral Home, Templemore.

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  1. Michael Lowry TD

    I extend my sincere sympathy to Gary’s wife, son and daughter, to his sisters and the extended Leonard family, to his many good friends and to all who knew and cared for him.

    May his soul rest in eternal peace.

  2. Ian and Audrey Davis and family ,Cuguilla, Castleiney

    Deepest sympathies to you Carmel, Matthew and Rachel, and to all the extended family, on the passing of Gary. May Gary forever rest in peace. 🙏

  3. Colm Aideen Ciara and Sarah O Brien

    Carmel, Matthew and Rachel I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. Sincere sympathies also to Rita and Patricia. May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.

  4. Eileen O Dwyer

    Condolenses to all Gary’s family on their sad loss
    May he rest in Peace

  5. Jerry & Sadie Ryan, Templetuohy.

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel and family on the death of Gary.
    Although it’s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
    May Gary’s soul rest in eternal peace.

  6. Denis & Onagh Bohan, College Hill, Templemore

    So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. A real gentleman. Sincere sympathy to Carmel, Mathew and Rachel and extended family.

  7. Anne Marie Murphy

    Carmel, Matthew and Rachel, I am so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

  8. Angelina & John Moore, Barnane. Templemore

    Carmel and family, So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing, please accept our condolences, we are thinking of you all at this sad time

  9. Dominic Wixted Jnr

    Deepest sympathies to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and extended family on the sad passing of Gary.
    May he Rest In Peace!

  10. Anne Ryan Garda National Vetting Bureau

    Dear Carmel, Matthew and Rachel and Gary’s family. My deepest sympathies to you on Gary’s passing. May he Rest in Eternal Peace.

  11. Michelle Slattery Garda College

    So sorry for your loss Carmel. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.

  12. Paul and Anne Flanagan

    Sending deepest sympathies to all who knew and loved Gary.
    A genuine decent guy. RIP Gary x

  13. Robert Lambert

    This is very sad that Gary was taken away so soon and I wish to offer my deepest sympathies to Carmel, Mathew and Rachel.

  14. JACKIE CAHILL TD

    Sincere sympathy to the Leonard family on the sad passing of Gary.May his gentle soul rest in peace.

  15. Breda farrelly

    Deepest sympathy to you, Matthew and rachel. Also to garys sisters and Patricia and Rita.
    Rip Gary

  16. Caroline Malone GNVB Thurles

    Deepest sympathies to Carmel, Matthew and Rachel on the very sad news of the passing of Gary. May he rest in heavenly peace. Thinking of and praying for you Carmel and the two lads at this extremely sad time xx

  17. Caroline Fogarty Killea

    My deepest condolences Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and extended families on the passing of Gary. You are in my thoughts. May he Rest In Peace

  18. Christina & Niall Gleeson ( Barnane, Templemore)

    We are so very sorry to hear about the death of Gary. He was a very honest, sincere,honourable person and an excellent tradesman.Gary tiled our new build in Barnane & to say the very least he was so thorough & conscientious and he certainly did a tremendous job.. Our sincere sympathies to all his family & friends. May he rest in peace.

  19. Siobhán Kiely

    Sincere sympathies to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and the extended families on the passing of Gary. You are in my thoughts at this difficult time. Rest in peace Gary 🕯

  20. Jimmy and Catherine Maher .The Abbey

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel Matthew Rachel his sisters Angela and. Anne thinking of you at this sad and difficult time. May Gary rest in peace

  21. Emer Finn, The Ragg

    My deepest sympathy to you Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and extended families on the sad passing of Gary. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. May Gary rest in eternal peace

  22. Tim Maher Castleiney

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel and family on the death of Gary. Lovely fellow and wonderful stage actor back in the day. May he rest in peace.

  23. Sadie Eid

    So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing he was a quiet gentleman sincere condolences to Carmel and his children and extended family. Rip Gary.

  24. Matt & Phyllis Stewart Barnane

    Sincere Sympathy to Carmel & family & extended family on the sad passing of Gary
    May he rest in peace

  25. Tim Maher Castleiney

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel and family on the death of Gary. A lovely fellow and wonderful actor back in the day. May he rest in peace.

  26. Tony and Marie Kiely Drom.

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel, Matthew and Rachel and all the Leonard family on the sad passing of Gary rip

  27. Paula & Jimmy Gilman

    My deepest condolences Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and extended families on the passing of Gary. You are in my thoughts. May he Rest In Peace

  28. Mary o

    My sincere sympathy to carmel Matthew and Rachel and all of Gary’s family . Taken to soon . Rest in peace 🙏

  29. Derek Sherry

    Our deepest sympathies to Carmel & Family, Angela, Ann & extended Family members ❤️

  30. Johnny Hackett

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel, Matthew & Rachel on the sad passing of Gary.
    May his gentle soul Rest in Peace.
    Johnny & Roisin Hackett, Templemore.

  31. Angela and John Glasheen

    Our condolences to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel, Angela and extended family on the untimely passing of Gary. Gary was a lovely guy, a real gentleman. May he rest in peace now with his mam, dad and brother.

  32. Deirdre and Brendan Hoare

    Deepest condolences to Carmel Matthew Rachel and all the Leonard and Kiely families on the very sad passing of Gary. Gone way too soon.Rest in peace Gary.

  33. Michael & Margaret Healy Loughmore

    Sincere sympathies to you Carmel, Matthew, Rachel, and the extended Leonard and Leahy families on the sad passing of Gary. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. May Gary rest in peace.

  34. Michael & Kathleen Heffernan Loughmore

    Deepest sympathies to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and extended family on the sad passing of Gary.
    May he Rest In Peace!

  35. Mary Brennan GNVB

    Please accept my deepest sympathies Carmel, Mathew, Rachel, and extended family , May Gary RIP

  36. Sinead Clancy Abbeyleix Garda Station

    Carmel, Matthew, Rachel & family, my deepest sympathy on the passing of Gary. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May Gary Rest In Peace

  37. John Smith, Thurles

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and the extended families on the sad passing of Gary. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. May Gary rest in peace.

  38. Martin and Eileen Bourke, Penane, Loughmore

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel, Matthew , Rachel and expended family on the passing of Gary. May he rest in peace.

  39. Maunie and James Brennan

    Sincere sympathy on the sad passing of Gary to
    Carmel Mathew and Rachel
    And to all the extended families
    May he Rest in peace
    Maunie and James Brennan

  40. John & Bridgeen Mcloughney

    Condolences to Carmel Matthew and Rachel and extended family on the passing of Gary may his gentle soul rest in peace

  41. Pat & Kathleen Ralph Templemore

    Sincere sympathy to all the the Lennon family on the death of Gary rip

  42. Laura, Emma, Emer, Lily, Nicole, Sarah, Oriana, Davina and Aliyah.

    Sincerest condolences to Rachel and her family on the passing of Gary. May he rest in peace

  43. Aoife Martin

    Dear Carmel I am so sorry to hear this devastating news. My deepest condolences to you and Matthew and Rachel. I loved all the stories you shared with me about Gary and how you met him and all the early years. You had such a great bond together and that can never be broken. My heart is breaking for your loss, such a wonderful husband and father, may he rest in peace.

  44. Damian Rachel Jill and Ruth Johnston

    Our sincere condolences to Carmel, Rachel and Matthew and extended family on the sad passing of Gary. May he rest in peace

  45. Anonymous

    Sincere sympathy to all the extended Leonard family from all in Templemore Athletic Club

  46. Eoin Ryan NVB

    My deepest sympathy to you Carmel and family on Gary’s passing.

  47. Ray & Maura Creaney

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel, Rachel, Matthew and the extended Leonard and Leahy Families on the death of Gary.
    May Gary rest in peace.

  48. Liam Michelle Grimes & Family Clonboo

    Our deepest sympathies to the Leonard Leahy and extended Families on the passing of Gary may He Rest In Peace

  49. Trevor laffan

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel Rachel and Matthew on the passing of Gary
    May he rest in peace.

  50. Garry , Nicki O'Shea and family

    Sincerest Sympathies to all of his family friends and relatives. May his Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

  51. Roderick Fahey

    Carmel, Matthew, Rachel. Sincere condolences on the passing of Gary.
    May he rest in peace.

  52. The Breen Family, Cranagh, Castliney

    Deepest sympathies to Carmel, Matthew and Rachel, and to all the extended family on the passing of Gary. May he rest in peace.

  53. Nonie Ryan GNVB & Thurles Garda Station

    Dear Carmel, Matthew and Rachel so sorry to hear about the passing of Gary. You are in my thoughts at this difficult time. May Gary rest in peace.

  54. Anonymous

    So sad to hear of the passing of Gary. We were school friends from a very young age up until Gary left after inter cert to take on a job.
    We reconnected online with his music mixes.
    Such a lovely man. Shocked to hear.
    My deepest felt condolences. To his wife and family.

  55. Jim and Liz

    So very sad and Sorry to hear of the death of Gary. He was a lovely man. His mum Carmel minded my daughter Carl from birth until she was four and Gary was great with her. May he rest in peace.
    Jim and Liz Mackenzie

  56. Martin ,Noreen Burke and family Killea

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel,Mattew,and Rachael and extended family on the death of Gary .May his gentle soul rest in peace .

  57. Pat & Kathleen Ralph Templemore

    Sincere sympathy to all the the Leonard family on the death of Gary rip

  58. Eamonn Angela and christina Brennan Castleiney

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel,Rachel, Mathew and extended family on the sad passing of Gary may Gary rest in peace 🙏

  59. David and Clare Hanley

    Rest in peace Gary.
    Our sincere condolences to his family.

  60. Mags Gleeson

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel and family on the passing of Gary RIP

  61. Anne Lynch

    Dear Carmel, I am so sorry to hear of your dear husband Gary’s passing. I send you and Matthew and Rachel and extended family my deepest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May Gary rest in peace.

  62. Philip and Moira Kennedy, Loughmore

    Sincerest sympathy to Carmel , Matthew , Rachel and all the Leonard and Leahy families on the passing of Gary. May he rest in peace.

  63. Aine & Tom Maher Longorchard

    Sympathy to Carmel, Matthew and Rachel on the death of your husband and Father rest in peace Gary

  64. Anonymous

    To carmel and family also the leahy family on their great loss Gary was a quiet and gentle soul who kept to himself nonetheless a gentleman RIP 🙏

  65. Jim and Aggie Tobin and family

    To Carmel and family also the Leahy family on their sad loss Gary was a gentleman who kept to himself always got a nice friendly hello may his gentle soul find peace in heaven RIP 🙏

  66. Mairead Phelan, Garda College.

    Sincere Sympathy to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel, the Leonard and Leahy families on the sad passing of Gary. Thinking of you at this sad time. May Gary rest in peace.

  67. BoM, Staff & Pupils of St Joseph's Primary School Templemore

    We wish to extend our sincere sympathies to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and to all who mourn the untimely death of Gary. We will be forever grateful for Gary’s contribution to our Parent Association over many years. A stalwart at the helm, Gary assumed the (unpopular!) role of Chairperson, a role he led with honesty, loyalty and commitment. We are truly saddened but will be forever grateful to have known & worked with Gary. Í leaba na Naomh go raibh sé.

  68. Uncle Terry and cousins Jason,Lynsey, Terry and Tanyaxxxx

    Blessing to you and your loved ones.

  69. Oliver and Marie Houlihan

    Our deepest sympathy to all the family on this sad occasion, may Gary’s soul rest in eternal peace

  70. Sean & Mary Kiely, Killeenleigh, Thurles.

    Sincere condolences to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and the extended Leonard and Leahy families on the sad passing of your beloved Gary. May Gary Rest in Peace.

  71. Tom Cullagh

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel and family on Gary’s sad passing. May his gentle soul rest in peace and May the Good Lord sustain you and Gary’s friends and extended family at this difficult time.

  72. Ray Nesbitt

    I got to know Gary when we worked together on academic assignments while studying Media Studies in Templemore College of Further Education in 2013/14. We had a lot in common having both been self employed previously and returning to education during the recession. Gary had a flair for media and the arts and was meticulous in all the tasks he undertook during the course.
    Sincere condolences to Carmel, Mathew and Rachel, to Gary’s siblings, and all his extended family and friends. Gone too soon. RIP Gary.

  73. Bill & Anna Corcoran, Roscrea Road.

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel & extended family on the sad loss of a wonderful husband and father. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

  74. Johnjoe & Tina Dowling, Errill.

    Sincere sympathy to the Leonard family on the very sad passing of Gary, May his gentle soul rest in peace.

  75. Liz and Mick Byrne, Church Ave.

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel, Mathew and Rachel on the sad passing of Gary. A very honest, decent and obliging worker .Rest in peace Gary.

  76. Catherine & PJ Bergin, Clonmore

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel and family on the passing of Gary. May he R.I.P

  77. Amanda and Tom McDonnell Templemore

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel, Matthew and Rachel and extended families on the passing of Gary. May he rest in peace.

  78. Anna and Sean Cashman

    Sympathy Carmel, Rachel, Matthew and extended family on Gary’s passing- may Gary rest in peace.

  79. Geraldine Kearney Kiely, Castleiney

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and extended families on the death of Gary. May Gary Rest in Peace 🙏

  80. Larkins, Cobbs.

    Sincerest Condolences to Carmel, Mathew and Rachel and extended family on hearing of Gary’s passing. He was a lovely person, a perfectionist in his trade. May he rest in peace.
    Tom and Catherine Larkin

  81. Michael, Sheelagh, Neassa & Sinéad Towey

    Deepest sympathies to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and extended family on the sad passing of Gary.
    May he Rest In Peace

  82. Dee Ryan , Templemore, Clonmore

    I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Gary. He was such a hard worker, talented tradesman and a lovely man.
    RIP.

  83. Caroline Looby

    My deepest sympathies to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel, Angela and Anne and extended family on the very sad passing of Gary. Taken far too soon, a genuinely nice guy.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

  84. Áine Kelly

    Sincere condolences to Gary’s family at this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

  85. Christene, Jayne, Mary, Joan and Joanne from the Garda College HR Office

    Deepest sympathies to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and the extended Leonard and Leahy families on the untimely passing of Gary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and difficult time. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace.

  86. Betty Ryan, Cahir GS

    Sincere condolences to Carmel, Matthew and Rachel on the sad passing of Gary. May his soul rest in eternal peace.

  87. Ann Marie Dann (Scully), Knock, Roscrea

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel & all extended family on the sad passing of Gary. May he rest in peace 🙏

  88. Brian and Fionnuala Lambert

    Carmel, Matthew and Rachel,
    We’re so sorry for you loss. We wanted to send you our sincerest sympathies and to let you know that you are in our thoughts at this moment. May his soul rest in peace.

  89. Anne Lynch

    Dear Carmel, I am so sorry to hear of your dear husband Gary’s passing. My sympathy to you and Matthew and Rachel and extended family.
    May Gary rest in peace.

  90. Pat & Kathleen Cusack

    Deepest sympathies to Carmel and extended family on the passing of Gary.May he rest in peace.

  91. Caitríona Connolly

    Sincere sympathies to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel, the Leonards, and to Rita and Patricia, may Gary’s gentle soul now rest in peace.

  92. Ninos Take away

    Very sorry for your loss , our condolences to the family
    Rip Gary

  93. Neddie & Margaret Bourke. Loughmore

    Sincere & deepest sympathy to Carmel, Mathew, Rachel, the Leonard family & the Leahy family on the sad passing of Gary. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

  94. Frances Hodgins

    Deepest Sympathy to Carmel,Matthew, and Rachel and all the Leonard and Leahy Family on the sad passing of Gary. I am thinking of you all at this sad and difficult time.

  95. Albert Heffernan, Garda College

    Deepest sympathies to you Carmel, Matthew and Rachel, and the extended family, on the passing of Gary. May he rest in peace.

  96. Mrs Carroll

    We are very sorry to hear the sad news of Gary’s passing, sincere sympathy to all the family may he rest in peace
    Mrs Carroll and family Iveagh Gardens

  97. Mícheál Bourke, Garda College.

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel & family on the passing of Gary. RIP.

  98. Norma Bannon

    Sincere Condolences to Carmel and family on the sad passing of Gary, may he rest in peace

  99. Jim & Lianne Kinnane, Ivy Hall, Templemore

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel, Matthew and Rachel on the loss of Gary. May his soul rest in peace and may ye find the strength to get through this tough time together.

  100. Joe and vourneen barry

    Deepest condolences to Patricia .to Gary’s Family Rest in peace Gary

  101. Ciara O’Sullivan

    I had the privilege of teaching Gary when he returned to his studies at Templemore College some years ago. He was a wonderful student with an incredible talent for writing and a genuine interest in current affairs and all things film and media related. A lively contributor to class discussions, always beautifully written assignments and immensely popular. I’m deeply saddened to hear of his passing and would like to extend my sympathy to his wife, children and extended family on their immeasurable loss. Rest peacefully Gary.

  102. Tom and Josephine Treacy Laha

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel and family, Rita and Patricia and the extended family on the death of Gary. May he rest in peace.

  103. Mikaela Galvin

    Most sincere sympathies to you, and your family, Carmel, may Gary rest in peace.

  104. Mairead Irwin GNVB Thurles

    My sincere sympathy Carmel to you and your family, thinking of you all at this difficult time x

  105. Angela Bergin, Garda College

    Sincere sympathies to you Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and all the extended family on the sad passing of Gary. May he rest in peace.

  106. Mairead Irwin GNVB Thurles

    My sincere sympathy Carmel to you and your family , thinking of you all at this very difficult time x

  107. Matt Geraghty, Garda College, Templemore

    Sincere sympathy to the Leonard family, on the sad passing of Gary. May Gary Rest in Peace.

  108. Burkes dental surgery Thurles

    So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing, our deepest sympathy to you Carmel and the extended Leonard and Kiely families.

  109. Mary Fogarty (Shelly)

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel Matthew and Rachel on the passing of Gary . May he rest in peace .

  110. Ian and Ciara Cheshire

    Carmel, Rachel and Matthew, I am so very sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. I got on really well with Gary. May he rest in peace.

  111. Conor & Geraldine Maher Featherbed Lane

    Sincerest sympathy to Carmel, Matthew Rachel and extended family. May Gary Rest in Peace

  112. Peter Robin

    Carmel and family i was so sorry to just hear of the passing of Gary, i worked with Gary and always had great regard for him. RIP Gary.

  113. Bridget McCormack, GNVB Thurles

    My deepest sympathy to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and the extended Leonard and Leahy families on the sad passing of Gary.
    My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    May he Rest in Peace 🙏

  114. Edward Murphy

    Sincere condolences to Carmel, Matthew and Rachel at this sad time, we have fond memories of Gary from our days on stage he was a valued member of the group and so talented with the Out of The Blue Theatre Group.

  115. Ken & Joan Hogan Garda College

    Sincere sympathy to Carmel ,Matthew & Rachael on the sad passing of a dear Husband & Father Gary RIP..

  116. Tom and Hazel Sherlock Kildorrery

    Deepest sympathy., Thinking of you all at this sad time in our thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace 🙏🏻.

  117. Síle Leech Dublin

    Sorry to hear Gary passed away, he was a gentleman…my deepest sympathy to Carmel and family. May he Rest in Peace.

  118. Michelle Maher & Phil Powell Borrisoeigh

    Deepest sympathy to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and extended families on the sad passing of Gary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. May Gary rest in peace.

  119. Anne Marie Murphy

    Carmel, Matthew & Rachel & extended Leonard/Leahy family – sincere sympathies on Gary’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. May Gary rest in peace.

  120. Agnes Quinn, Church Avenue

    Sincere condolences to Gary’s family, rest in peace

  121. Trish and Ger ronan and family

    Just got the news about Gary’s death now our deepest sympathy you will be sadly missed by all rest in piece my condolences to Carmel and the children

  122. Éilís Gilvarry

    Carmel and family my sincerest condolences and may Gary rest in peace. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

  123. James and Kathleen Kiely

    SINCERE SYMPATHY TO CARMEL AND FAMILY ON THE PASSING OF GARY (RIP)

    JAMES AND KATHLEEN KIELY ROSCREA ROAD

  124. Paul Kavanagh

    I worked with Gary in 1990 when the Garda college was being upgraded. We shared a house together in the town. Iremember fondly when he met Carmel and I have no doubt it was love at first sight on his behalf. A true gentleman and a very good friend. Condolences to Carmel and family. May he rest in peace.

  125. Charlie Pam & Ivor Wallace.

    Our deepest sympathy to Carmel & Family on the sad passing of Gary. May he rest in peace.

  126. Pauline Small

    Sincere Condolences to Carmel, Matthew, Rachel and the extended Leahy and Leonard families on the passing of Gary. R.I.P.

  127. Mary Murphy, Nenagh

    Sincere sympathy to all the Leonard family and extended family on the sad passing of Gary. So sorry to hear this. May Gary Rest in Peace.

  128. Karen (Johns) Kane and family

    So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing, sincere condolences to Angela, Anne, Gary’s family and extended family and friends. May Gary rest in Eternal Peace

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