Leonard F. Christ, 93, formerly of Leesport, a resident at Country Meadows, Wyomissing passed away Sunday, May 12, 2019 in his residence. He was the husband of the late Mae E. Christ, died December 25, 2006.
Born in Leesport, he was the son of the late Charles and Grace (Shade) Christ. He was a member of Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity, Leesport. He graduated from Ontelaunee Vocational School in 1943. Leonard was a US Navy Veteran during WWII. He worked for about 30 years as a Lathe Operator at Carpenter Technology, Reading, retiring during the 1980s. He was an avid fan of Major League Baseball, particularly the Philadelphia Phillies.
Leonard is survived by two sons: Randolph L. Christ husband of Corolyn, Port St. Lucie, FL, and Kevin L. Christ husband of Deborah, Bern Twp.; two daughters: Sandra L. (Christ) Hoodak wife of Gordon, Sinking Spring, and Candace L. (Christ) Mack, Spring Twp. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
Memorial Services will be held Friday, May 17, 2019 at 11:00 am from Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity, 102 Apple Street Leesport, PA 19533. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. A visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 am in the church. Leibensperger Funeral Homes, Inc., Leesport is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com