Kim L.

Leonard

Kim L. Leonard, born to the late Leslie and Erma Jean Leonard on September 9, 1957, in Toledo, Ohio. Kim departed this life on March 30, 2026.

Kim attended Toledo Public Schools, graduating from Roger High School. Where he was an High School All American Basketball Player, receiving a 4-year scholarship to attend Ohio University in Athens Ohio. Kim transferred to Porterville College in California and receiving his associate's degree in physical therapy. He then transferred to College of the Ozarks in Missouri, where he played out the rest of his eligibility. Kim returned to Toledo where he worked for TPS.

On January 14, 2022, Kim was inducted into the Rogers Athletic Hall of Fame. Kim was so proud to received that award.

Kim was preceded in death by both parents, Leslie and Erma Jean Leonard, sister, Judy Avery; nephew, David Avery; uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.

He is survived by his brothers, Leslie III (Dawn), Keith and Kenneth; sister, Tonya (Frankie); nieces, Leslie (Wendell) and Leo; nephews, Leslie IV, Ian, Jordan and Frankie; one Aunt Lovella of N.Y., longtime companion Kathy; former wife Debbie and her children; special friends, Duane Ashley and Kenny Cunningham.