Mr. Joseph Leonardo Sr.

November 10, 1947 - December 27, 2020

Joseph Leonardo Sr. age 73 years of Gibbstown died Sunday December 27, 2020 in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Camden. Mr. Leonardo was born in Woodbury, raised in Paulsboro and lived in Gibbstown for the last 45 years. He was a veteran serving in the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict. Mr. Leonardo retired as an instrument tech with Valero Oil Company in Paulsboro. He was a member of Eagle Point Gun Club and liked to hunt, fish and go crabbing. Mr. Leonardo also enjoyed crossword puzzles, cooking and gardening. He is survived by his wife, Marie Leonardo (nee Isaac) of Gibbstown; his son, Joseph Leonardo Jr.; his dog, Smoky; his sister, Ida and Jack Otten of Gibbstown and his brother, Dixielee and James Leonardo Jr. of West Deptford; his cousin John Leonardo and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Mr. Leonardo was predeceased by his daughter, Christine Martinez and his parents, Rose and James Leonardo Sr. A Graveside Service will be held at 11 AM Thursday December 31, 2020 in the Eglington Cemetery, 320 Kings Hwy., Clarksboro. Arrangements by McBride – Foley Funeral Home, Paulsboro. Contributions can be made in his memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com.