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Obituary For Learnon Leon Sr.

Learnon Leon, Sr., 65, transitioned peacefully on Tuesday, October 6, 2020. He was born in Tallahassee, Florida on October 14, 1954 to the late Deacon Daniel Leon, Jr. and Mother Idella Leon. Learnon is known for his work in the insurance industry for over 30 yrs. At time of his death, he was employed by Kemper Insurance Agency and was a Lieutenant over the Posse Unit at the Leon County Sheriff’s Office. In previous years, he also served as a Deputy Sheriff with the same agency and was a Sergeant at the Women’s Prison in Gadsden County.

He was a proud member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. He also served in the United States Army in the 82nd Airborne Division. In addition, he served as a Military Policeman and part of the Military boxing team. He also was the CEO of Save A Life Chess Club.

Learnon is survived by his children: Learnon, Jr., Makeda Leon, Mina Ford-Russell (Tyrone), Daria Leon, Joi Leon, and Arielle Stevens; sisters, Antoinette Leon, Kimberly Leon walker; brothers, Ray Leon (Barbara) and Antonio Leon (Melissa); brother-in-law, Walter Davis and a special friend, Donna Anderson, who loved him dearly. He was preceded in death by his sister, Sabrina Leon Davis.

Graveside service will be 11 AM Saturday, October 17, 2020 at Clifford Hill Cemetery.

Viewing will be from 11 AM to 6 PM Friday, October 16, 2020 at Strong & Jones Funeral Home.

Guest Book

God bless your sole. You will be missed, rest in peace my brother.

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To The Leon Family - May God bless and keep you close in your time of sadness! AL Washington

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Learnon and I met at Leon High, playing baseball. I knew him for almost 59 years. He was a good man who cared very much for his family, friends, fraternity, city, community and FAMU. May he rest in peace. Dennis Parham

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Brother Tiny Feet - On behalf of the Devestatin' 17, you will be missed and we thank you for all the wisdom and knowledge you shared with us while pledging and as part of the Brotherhood of Omega Psi Phi. Bro. Fred Butler

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To Learnon's family, I pray that his Angel Wings will wrap around each of you during your time of sorrow and that it brings you the peace and comfort that I'm confident he wants you to have! Learnon, job well done, solider it's your time to sit down as an Angel of God and rest just for a little while. With deepest sympathy, Delores Gaines

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