Obituary of Edward Leonard

Funeral Information for Edward P. Leonard Jr. Home: North Wildwood, formerly of Camden, NJ Birthdate: December 22, 1926 Place of Birth: Camden, New Jersey Date of Death: December 14, 2012 Age: 85 Service Information: Wednesday December 19, 2012 10:00 AM St. Peter's Church, 43 W. Maple Ave.,Merchantville,NJ 08109 Visitation Information: Tuesday December 18, 2012 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM, Wednesday December 19, 2012 from 8:30 to 9:30 AM Falco/Caruso & Leonard Camden Funeral Home, 3425 River Avenue, Camden,NJ 08105 Interment Information: New St. Mary's Cemetery, Browning Road, Bellmawr,NJ 08031 Biography: Edward P. Leonard, Jr., age 85 of North Wildwood, formerly of Camden, passed away on December 14, 2012 at Brandywine Senior Living. Beloved husband of the late Mary and the late Elinore; Devoted father of Edward III (Maureen); Loving grandfather of Casey, Eddie and Jack Leonard. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Leonard was the founder and operator of the Edward P. Leonard Jr. Funeral Home in the Cramer Hill section of Camden, dedicating over 40 years to serving the community.  He was also a United States Navy Veteran of World War II, 4th Degree Knight with Knights of Columbus Council 3512, and former Camden County Coroner. Relatives and friends are invited to the Visitation and Funeral on Tuesday from 7 to 9 PM and Wednesday from 8:30 to 9:30 AM at the Falco/Caruso & Leonard Camden Funeral Home, 3425 River Avenue.  Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM at the Church of St. Peter, 43 West Maple Avenue in Merchantville.  Interment will follow at New St. Mary's Cemetery in Bellmawr.  If desired, mass cards may be sent in his memory.  Info, condolences and guestbook at www.carusocare.com