Birth date: Jun 30, 1944 Death date: Feb 10, 2018
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Leonard Simerly, born June 30, 1944, a Purple Heart decorated Vietnam Veteran passed away Saturday, February 10, 2018. He was preceded in death by his dad, Dave Simerly; his mom, Ida Laughman; a brother, Valley Simerly and sisters, Pauline Gunnet and Hazel Forbes. Survivors include his son, Robert Simerly and wife Michelle, his daughter, Amy Martin; four granddaughters, Ashton Eimerbrink, Kaitlynn Simerly-Bende, Brittney Simerly Pekala and husband Jarred, Allexys Simerly; grandson, David Martin II; two great-grandsons, Bo and Weston (Ashton) and two sisters; Wanda Sue and Ginny.Leonard joined the Army and was quickly deployed to Vietnam where had had a hand grenade blow up in front of him which resulted in him having to learn to walk all over again at age twenty-four due to shrapnel in both shins. After the Army, Leonard worked for York International in York, PA for over thirty years. Once retired Leonard moved around a good bit before settling back in Elizabethton, TN. Leonard enjoyed traveling, fishing and drinking beer with friends.A celebration of life for Leonard Simerly will be held at 3:30 P.M. on Friday, February 16, 2018 at the V.F.W. Post 2108 in Johnson City for family and friends. A private inurnment will be held later this summer.Read Obituary
My name is Tammy I am sure you don't know me but I am Leonard's half sister Dave was my dad I found Leonard last year I knew about him but did not know where he was. I got to talk to him a few times last yr. I was looking forward to meeting him this yr. So. Sorry for you're loss may God comfort you in this time if you would like to contact me my number is 469-643-6790
My sincerest condolences to the family. The terrible pain of losing a loved one is something we all have in common. At the end of their lives, though, our loved ones leave behind a legacy of love and wonderful memories. May you hold tight to those memories and look to God’s Word, the Bible, for comfort and strength. At First Peter 5:7, we are encouraged to “throw all our anxiety on him because he cares for you”. I hope your family will gain peace from God’s soothing words during this most difficult time.
Uncle Leonard was one of the kindest people. He would do anything to help a relative, friend or neighbor. I had the privilege of being the oldest niece so as a young child and then as a young adult I spent a lot of time with Uncle Leonard and his family. Good times and laughing were always abound when he was around. RIP Uncle Leonard.
Love DonnaKaye and family
I always respected him, He was fire cracker, said what he thought and care if you liked it or not. He would always lend a helping hand, if needed. He lived softball and the Baltimore Orioles. He will be greatly missed by me.
