Frederick Richard Leonard

Frederick Richard "Dick" Leonard, 69, of Punta Gorda, FL passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, January 11, 2013. Dick was born in 1943 in Highland Park, Michigan to Mildred Leonard and the late Fred J. Leonard. He met his adored wife Vicki in 1983 when they started building their life and business together. They married in 1990 and shared work, travel adventure and extended family gatherings. Dick was the co-owner, with his brother Jeff, and Broker of Investors Realty International in Punta Gorda, FL from 1983 to 2001. He was committed to being a part of the growth and expansion of this beautiful waterfront area. He and Vicki loved the water; fishing and boating have always been a part of their world. Dick was also an accomplished photographer. Some of his favorite subjects were the area surrounding his Blue Ridge Mountain vacation home, his world travels and all generations of his fun loving family. Dick had a passion for technology; he served as the gadget guru for a wide circle of people. His computer room was his sanctuary and a place of fascination for his family. He was generous in sharing his knowledge and expertise and patiently tutored the curious. Dick will be dearly missed by his wife Vicki, his mother, Mildred Leonard, his son Steven Leonard (Patricia), his siblings Jeffrey Leonard (Denise), Susan Napolitano (David) and Gayle Hurd (Stan). Dick was preceded in death by his son Bryan Leonard. Dick was the supportive, caring grandfather to Brandon, Stephen, and Abby Leonard and the playful and cherished role model to his many nieces and nephews. Service will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a contribution be made in Dick's name to Tidewell Hospice, Inc., 1144 Veronica Street, Port Charlotte, FL 33952 or The Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County, 3519 Drance Street, Port Charlotte, FL 33980. To express condolences to the family, please sign the guest book.