Memorial for Leonard Gilde
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Born on Sep. 30, 1939
Departed on Apr. 16, 2014 and resided in Manton, MI.
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Monday, Apr. 21, 2014
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Monday, Apr. 21, 2014
3:00 pm
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McBain - Leonard Alden Gilde, lifelong resident of Manton passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at Autumnwood of McBain. He was 74.
Leonard was born on September 30, 1939 in Manton to William and Gladys (Still) Gilde. He grew up and attended school in the area before leaving school during the 9th grade to help his family deliver fuel oil and gas throughout the Manton area. Leonard married the former Judy L Johnson on October 4, 1956 in Jeffersonville, IN. Leonard enjoyed time outdoors and in years past would spend time hunting and caring for animals around their farm. He appreciated the company of people and would often be found enjoying a visit with friends over a good cup of coffee. Leonard made his living driving truck and was known to many as "White Owl" by way of CB radio. Even after driving for a living, Leonard, still maintained his passion for the open road and loved going for a ride on his motorcycle.
Leonard is survived by his loving wife of over 58 years, Judy L Gilde of Manton; sons, Leonard A. Gilde Jr. of Manton, Russell (Linda) Gilde of Manton, Richard "Rick" Gilde of Manton, his daughter, Debbie (John) Blake of Manton, MI, and sons, John and Jeff Gilde both of Manton, 17 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, three sisters, Goldie, Nellie and Lillian, sister-in-law Barbara Gilde, as well as many other loving family members and friends.
Leonard was preceded in death by his parents, and four brothers and one half-brother.
Funeral services will be held at 3p.m. on Monday, April 21, 2014 at the Hall-Holdship Funeral Home with visitation from 2p.m. until the time of service. Private interment and committal services will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions in memory of Leonard may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.hall-holdship.com
The family is being served by the Hall-Holdship Funeral Home.
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