New Waterford-

Leonard J. Hoon, 94, a lifelong resident of the area, passed away early Monday morning, July 2, 2018 at the Salem Regional Medical Center.

Leonard was born May 22, 1924 in Cleveland, a son of the late John H. and Josephine M. Heisley Hoon.

He was a veteran of the US Air Force. After serving in the military, Leonard participated in the construction of the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. After completion of the base, he worked for Westinghouse Electric in Van Port, PA as a Supervisor for a number of years prior to retirement. He was a long time member of the Masonic Lodge.

Leonard was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Mary Hoon February 4, 2007 as well as a son, Howard Hoon Jan. 16, 2017.

He is survived by two daughters, Darla (Frank) Engle of Salem and Terri (Brian) Hoon-Willsey of Owensville, MO; four grandchildren, five great grandchildren and a sister, Sandy (Allen) Mackall of Negley.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Friday at the Linsley-Royal Funeral Home in East Palestine. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. A private interment will follow at Glenview cemetery.

In lieu of Flowers donations may be made to Angels for Animals, 4750 West South Range Road, Canfield, OH 44403