Laurie Ann Leonard
, Illinois
Laurie Ann Leonard, 65, of Sullivan, passed away 5:12 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Sullivan surrounded by her family.A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. April 18, 2026, at the Southern Baptist Church in Sullivan. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service at the church. Memorials may be made to the Southern Baptist Church in Sullivan. McMullin-Young Funeral Home is in care of the arrangements.Laurie was born January 22, 1961, in Shelbyville; the daughter of Jane (White) Mardis. She married John Edward Leonard on June 30, 1979, in Sullivan; he preceded her in death on July 29, 2023. Laurie was a member of the Southern Baptist Church in Sullivan. She enjoyed caring for her flowers, cleaning, cooking, baking and she was an avid shopper. Laurie loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.Laurie is survived by her mother, Jane Mardis of Decatur; children,…