Robert A. Leonard

Born May 3, 1931
Passed away on November 23, 2004 at the age of 72

Born in Fresno, California, Robert was very active in Boy Scouts where he earned the status of Eagle Scout.  As an adult he remained active as a Boy Scout troop leader in Bakersfield for many years.  He was also Skipper of a Sea Scout troop for many years. He joined the Bakersfield Fire Department where he served in various positions from hoseman to Chief of the Volunteers when he retired after 20 years of service.

Robert held many positions over the years in addition to his Fire Department duties. He worked in both the insurance and the legal publication business.

In 1996, after retiring and moving to Dewey, Arizona, Robert joined the Central Yavapai Fire District Board of Directors, where he served for many years as the Board Chairman. Robert brought his years of experience in the Fire Service and private business to his new position. This experience allowed him to provide leadership to the Fire District in a critical time of growth within the organization.

Robert loved to fish, golf, pistol shoot, camp, and build golf clubs. He also loved jazz and classical music.  At barbeques around the house, he was known as the best on the grill most people had seen.  Robert will be remembered as someone who did everything he set his mind to, and did it very well.  He is greatly missed by all.