Paula Jane Leonard, 94, died peacefully at home with her two daughters by her side. Paula was the daughter of Walter and Pauline Jones. She was married for 62 years to John H. Leonard, who preceded her in death. Paula was the loving sister of Joan Seymour.
Paula was the mother of Shelley Hunsberger (Bill) and Polly Tech (Kurt). Grandmother to six grandsons- Evan Hunsberger (Heejung), Scott Hunsberger (Ashley), Kurt Tech (Jane), Dieter Tech, Konrad Tech, and Max Tech. Her great-grandchildren included Tyler, Emma, Layla, and Kurt O.
Paula grew up in Belding, Michigan and Lake Worth, Florida. She graduated from University of Michigan in 1947. She married John in 1948 and raised her two daughters in Oak Park and Birmingham. She enjoyed luncheons with friends, playing bridge, sewing, and traveling throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia.
She celebrated her 94th birthday on February 1, 2020 with her entire family in attendance. She enjoyed her birthday cards and was even able to bowl a frame with her great grandkids.
A memorial service will be held later in the summer. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Salvation Army.[more]