Joseph P. Leonard, 64, of Clarksville, MD, formerly of Baldwinsville, passed away at home on Wednesday, September 25. Born in Syracuse, Joe was a graduate of C.W. Baker High School. After graduation, he enlisted in the US Army and spent 13 years in cybersecurity, traveling to Korea, Germany, and the Middle East.

After his military service, Joe was employed as a contractor providing instruction on cybersecurity for various companies around the United States.

Joe enjoyed music, was a handyman and talented craftsman, who enjoyed building furniture, and speakers for his music.

He was predeceased by his father, Joseph.

Joe is survived by his wife, Brandy; four daughters, Melissa (Kyle) Zavashi, Sarah, Taylor, and Haven Leonard; son Joseph; mother, Patricia Leonard; brother, Mark Leonard; 10 grandchildren; uncle, Tony De Maio; aunt, Linda Dolan; and niece, Jordan and nephew, Tyler.

A memorial Mass will be held at noon on Saturday, October 19, at St. Augustine's Church, 7333 O'Brien Rd, Baldwinsville. Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to Mass.

Joe was a loving and so very proud father, husband, friend, mentor, brother and son. He was a shining light for everyone he met.  No matter who you were, he made everyone feel like they were special and the most important person. He was goofy,  boisterous, so smart, luminous, generous and kind and when he smiled, his smile reached his eyes.  He touched so many lives. To his family, he was our hero and we will miss him so much.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Augustine's Food Pantry.