Antonio Lorenzo Leon, affec-tionally called "Tony" was born on December 10, 1962, in Monticello, FL to the late Daniel Leon, Sr. and Idella Banks Leon.

Tony grew up in Tallahassee and attended public schools of Leon Coun-tv. At an early age Tony accepted Jesus Christ as

his Lord and Savior and was baptized. Tony was a member of Testerina Primitive Baptist Church.

He served his community as a Deputy Sheriff with the Leon County Sheriff's Office for 31 years.

He was the First African American Motor Officer and Trainer. He was recognized as a distinguished Man of Honor in the city of Tallahassee. His love of people and infectious laugh allowed him to meet no strangers, even on days he didn't feel his best, he continued to help others and show love everywhere he went. He was well traveled and enjoyed racing, cruising and traveling by RV. He was a member of the Broward County Kampers Klub "BCKK»"

He leaves to cherish precious memories, his devoted wife, Rev. Melissa Leon; two precious daughters, Sharita Mosley (Isaiah) and Cherrise Leon; his only son, Christopher Leon; his mother, Idella Leon; one brother: Ray Leon (Barbara); two sisters, Antoinette Leon and Kimberly Walker; his grandchildren - "Heaven's Seven", Kaidence.

Kynslee, Iyanna, Briella, Alyssa, Karter, & Bryson; a great aunt, Etta Ruth Jefferson; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind many godchildren whom he affectionately loved as his own.

He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel Leon, Sr.; one brother, Learnon Leon; and one sister, Sabrina Davis.

Funeral service will be 11 A.M. FRIDAY, June 23, 2023 at the Old West Florida Enrichment Center, with burial at Clifford Hill Cemetery.

Viewing

will be from 10 A.M. to 6 P.M. Thursday, June 22, 2023 at Strong & Jones Funeral Home.

On behalf of the staff and management of Strong & Jones Funeral Home, we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Antonio “Tony” Leon.