Ben “Benny” Marcus Leonard Jr., 76, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed peacefully at his home on Friday, May 23, 2025.

Benny was born on November 27, 1948. He was the son of the late Ben Marcus Leonard Sr. and Eula Leonard. Benny grew up in Glen Alpine, N.C., and graduated from Glen Alpine High School and enjoyed sharing that he was former class president! Benny retired from Inmont Corp of Carbon City, N.C., where he was employed for over twenty years ago.

Benny is survived by his wife of over 40 years, Karen Leonard of Taylorsville; his daughter, Kelly Giles McFarland of Morganton; and numerous grandchildren. Benny also is survived by three sisters, Diane (Bob) Wiberg of Ocean Isle Beach, N.C., Mary Simpson of Nebo, N.C., and Rachel Watkins of Santa Maria, Calif.; and a number of nieces and nephews and extended family members.

In addition to his parents, Ben and Eula Leonard, Benny was preceded in death by his siblings, Mindoro Lutz, Jack Leonard, Charles Leonard, Garland Franklin, Jim Franklin, Bob Franklin, Evelyn John, Roy Leonard, Betty Lyle and Mabel Walker.

Per his request, no services will be held. Benny was loved and will be missed.

Condolences may be sent to www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services is honored to be serving the family of Ben “Benny” Marcus Leonard Jr.