Leon F. Orchard GySgt USMC
March 12, 1932 – May 14, 2024
Leon was born in Cedar Township, Greene County, Iowa to Claude and Laura (Kinnan) Orchard.
He was preceded in death by his son, Paul Orchard, brothers, Dick Orchard and Bill Orchard, sister Connie Ball.
He is survived by his wife Violet (Lecuona) Orchard; son Terry Orchard; daughters Judy Orchard, Nancy Bertolino, Mary Ellen Barela, and Valarie Orchard; and grandchildren.
Leon was raised by his Grandmother on a farm in Scranton, Iowa. After high school, he joined the Marine Corps graduating with honors. Leon worked most of his career life as Manager of Post Office Federal Credit Union. He was an avid reader and when he sat down was rarely seen without a book.
Leon enjoyed traveling cross-country in an RV, and he liked working on projects and keeping busy. He liked growing vegetables, manicuring the lawn, playing pool, watching Western’s, and loved reminiscing about his Granny.
May he rest in peace.
Visitation: Monday, May 20, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. followed by a
Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m., both at the West Center Chapel, 7805 West Center Road, Omaha.
Interment: St. John’s Cemetery
Honors: United States Marine Corps Honor Guard
Memorials will be directed by the family.
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