Leonard John Depauw

Leonard J DePauw; of Orion Township; age 89; passed away peacefully in his home on April 21, 2025.  He was born September 1, 1935 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Leonard graduated from Pontiac Central High School, class of 1953, where he was a drum major in the marching band.  He was an extremely active member in the Lake Orion Jaycees and an avid model train enthusiast. He loved his family and music deeply.  Leonard retired from Covenant Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan.  After his retirement, Leonard helped care for his adult autistic grandson, Travis Francis, until recently.

Leonard was preceded in death by his father John A. DePauw, mother Irene DePauw and great granddaughter Amelia. Leonard is survived by Donna (Zale) his wife of 41 years; his sister Dolores Hancock (DePauw) and his brother John D. DePauw (Kay)

Leonard also leaves behind a legacy of his three daughters, Kathlyn Cuneo (David), Paulette Morris and Kay Francis, four step-children. Deanna Mastromatteo  (James),  Anthony Dekinderen, David Dekinderen and Debbie Santos (Rick).  Leonard is also survived by his 7 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 14 step-grandchildren and 14 step- great grandchildren.

Celebration of Life will be held on June 7, 2025 from 2:00-5:00pm at The Orion Township Hall, The Dragon Room, 2323 Joslyn Rd., Orion, Michigan 48360

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home