Obituary of Walter Edward Leonard Jr
Walter Edward Leonard, Jr., 74, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on August 26, 2019.
Walter, known to his friends as Walt, was born in Durham, North Carolina on June 13, 1945, a son of Walter Edward Leonard and Ella Clifton Beddingfield Leonard.
Walt is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Betsy” Bowen Leonard; his son, Robert Edward Leonard and his wife, Shannon Colleen Leonard; his daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Frazier and her husband, Gerald Frazier; his grandchildren, David Evan Leonard, Emily Elizabeth Leonard, Emerson Miles Harrell, Ella Ann Leonard and Julie Ann Frazier. He is also survived by his brother, David Ernest Leonard and his wife, Pamela King Leonard, of Atlanta, Georgia; his sister, Ellen Leonard Powell, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and many nieces and nephews.
Walt is preceded in death by his parents, Walter Edward Leonard and Ella Beddingfield Leonard Buck, his step-father, W. D. Buck, Jr. , and his brother-in -law, A. Blair Powell, Jr.
Walt graduated from Durham High School and attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His entire work career was spent with Wachovia Bank and he retired from the bank in 2000 as senior executive vice president in charge of Wachovia Operational Services. Mike Morgan, fellow Wachovia employee and friend, wrote the following about Walt:
“We regret to inform you of the passing of our friend Walter Leonard on Monday, August 26, 2019. For the past two years Walt underwent intensive cancer treatments with the courage, determination, and optimism that you would expect of him. He was bolstered through it all by the constant support and strength of Betsy and his family.
During the last two decades of his long career with Wachovia Bank, Walter was responsible for Wachovia's information systems and banking operations. His tenure coincided with one of the most tumultuous periods in American banking, a period of unprecedented regulatory, technological, and societal change. His leadership, devotion, and vision were a vital part of the bank's expansion during that time. He was highly esteemed by his associates and often consulted by regulators, technologists, and banking industry leaders.
Walter had a well-deserved reputation for his intellect, but he was also witty, charming, and compassionate. He was a friend to many of us and a mentor to a lucky few. He taught by example and repetition - we should always make time for ourselves and our families; our employees are our most valuable asset; and, integrity is its own reward. He liked the word "Wachovian". He will be missed, but we will tell "Walter" stories for years to come. Most of them will be true.”
Walt was rendered paraplegic at the age of seven, the result of an unfortunate accident. However, he never allowed that injury or subsequent disability to define him. Walt achieved the designation of Eagle Scout and was the president of the Durham High School Marching Band. All through his life his determination in the face of adversity that would have diminished most people, along with his constant positive attitude, served him and those around him well. He was an inspiration to those who knew him. He was also a generous man, always willing to help friends and support his family without question.
Walt and Betsy would have celebrated 51 years of marriage in September of this year. He was cherished by his family and will be greatly missed.
As per his wishes, there will be no public service. The family will gather for a private remembrance at the appropriate time in the future. Please be sure to leave any comments or condolences to the family on this website.
To send flowers to the family of Walter Leonard Jr.
Walter Edward Leonard, Jr., 74, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on August 26, 2019.
Walter, known to his friends as Walt, was born in Durham, North Carolina on June 13, 1945, a son of Walter Edward Leonard and Ella Clifton Beddingfield Leonard.
Walt is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Betsy” Bowen Leonard; his son, Robert Edward Leonard and his wife, Shannon Colleen Leonard; his daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Frazier and her husband, Gerald Frazier; his grandchildren, David Evan Leonard, Emily Elizabeth Leonard, Emerson Miles Harrell, Ella Ann Leonard and Julie Ann Frazier. He is also survived by his brother, David Ernest Leonard and his wife, Pamela King Leonard, of Atlanta, Georgia; his sister, Ellen Leonard Powell, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and many nieces and nephews.
Walt is preceded in death by his parents, Walter Edward Leonard and Ella Beddingfield Leonard Buck, his step-father, W. D. Buck, Jr. , and his brother-in -law, A. Blair Powell, Jr.
Walt graduated from Durham High School and attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His entire work career was spent with Wachovia Bank and he retired from the bank in 2000 as senior executive vice president in charge of Wachovia Operational Services. Mike Morgan, fellow Wachovia employee and friend, wrote the following about Walt:
“We regret to inform you of the passing of our friend Walter Leonard on Monday, August 26, 2019. For the past two years Walt underwent intensive cancer treatments with the courage, determination, and optimism that you would expect of him. He was bolstered through it all by the constant support and strength of Betsy and his family.
During the last two decades of his long career with Wachovia Bank, Walter was responsible for Wachovia's information systems and banking operations. His tenure coincided with one of the most tumultuous periods in American banking, a period of unprecedented regulatory, technological, and societal change. His leadership, devotion, and vision were a vital part of the bank's expansion during that time. He was highly esteemed by his associates and often consulted by regulators, technologists, and banking industry leaders.
Walter had a well-deserved reputation for his intellect, but he was also witty, charming, and compassionate. He was a friend to many of us and a mentor to a lucky few. He taught by example and repetition - we should always make time for ourselves and our families; our employees are our most valuable asset; and, integrity is its own reward. He liked the word "Wachovian". He will be missed, but we will tell "Walter" stories for years to come. Most of them will be true.”
Walt was rendered paraplegic at the age of seven, the result of an unfortunate accident. However, he never allowed that injury or subsequent disability to define him. Walt achieved the designation of Eagle Scout and was the president of the Durham High School Marching Band. All through his life his determination in the face of adversity that would have diminished most people, along with his constant positive attitude, served him and those around him well. He was an inspiration to those who knew him. He was also a generous man, always willing to help friends and support his family without question.
Walt and Betsy would have celebrated 51 years of marriage in September of this year. He was cherished by his family and will be greatly missed.
As per his wishes, there will be no public service. The family will gather for a private remembrance at the appropriate time in the future. Please be sure to leave any comments or condolences to the family on this website.
To send flowers to the family of Walter Leonard Jr.
Obituary of Walter Edward Leonard Jr
Walter Edward Leonard, Jr., 74, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on August 26, 2019.
Walter, known to his friends as Walt, was born in Durham, North Carolina on June 13, 1945, a son of Walter Edward Leonard and Ella Clifton Beddingfield Leonard.
Walt is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Betsy” Bowen Leonard; his son, Robert Edward Leonard and his wife, Shannon Colleen Leonard; his daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Frazier and her husband, Gerald Frazier; his grandchildren, David Evan Leonard, Emily Elizabeth Leonard, Emerson Miles Harrell, Ella Ann Leonard and Julie Ann Frazier. He is also survived by his brother, David Ernest Leonard and his wife, Pamela King Leonard, of Atlanta, Georgia; his sister, Ellen Leonard Powell, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and many nieces and nephews.
Walt is preceded in death by his parents, Walter Edward Leonard and Ella Beddingfield Leonard Buck, his step-father, W. D. Buck, Jr. , and his brother-in -law, A. Blair Powell, Jr.
Walt graduated from Durham High School and attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His entire work career was spent with Wachovia Bank and he retired from the bank in 2000 as senior executive vice president in charge of Wachovia Operational Services. Mike Morgan, fellow Wachovia employee and friend, wrote the following about Walt:
“We regret to inform you of the passing of our friend Walter Leonard on Monday, August 26, 2019. For the past two years Walt underwent intensive cancer treatments with the courage, determination, and optimism that you would expect of him. He was bolstered through it all by the constant support and strength of Betsy and his family.
During the last two decades of his long career with Wachovia Bank, Walter was responsible for Wachovia's information systems and banking operations. His tenure coincided with one of the most tumultuous periods in American banking, a period of unprecedented regulatory, technological, and societal change. His leadership, devotion, and vision were a vital part of the bank's expansion during that time. He was highly esteemed by his associates and often consulted by regulators, technologists, and banking industry leaders.
Walter had a well-deserved reputation for his intellect, but he was also witty, charming, and compassionate. He was a friend to many of us and a mentor to a lucky few. He taught by example and repetition - we should always make time for ourselves and our families; our employees are our most valuable asset; and, integrity is its own reward. He liked the word "Wachovian". He will be missed, but we will tell "Walter" stories for years to come. Most of them will be true.”
Walt was rendered paraplegic at the age of seven, the result of an unfortunate accident. However, he never allowed that injury or subsequent disability to define him. Walt achieved the designation of Eagle Scout and was the president of the Durham High School Marching Band. All through his life his determination in the face of adversity that would have diminished most people, along with his constant positive attitude, served him and those around him well. He was an inspiration to those who knew him. He was also a generous man, always willing to help friends and support his family without question.
Walt and Betsy would have celebrated 51 years of marriage in September of this year. He was cherished by his family and will be greatly missed.
As per his wishes, there will be no public service. The family will gather for a private remembrance at the appropriate time in the future. Please be sure to leave any comments or condolences to the family on this website.
To send flowers to the family of Walter Leonard Jr.
Walter Edward Leonard, Jr., 74, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on August 26, 2019.
Walter, known to his friends as Walt, was born in Durham, North Carolina on June 13, 1945, a son of Walter Edward Leonard and Ella Clifton Beddingfield Leonard.
Walt is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Betsy” Bowen Leonard; his son, Robert Edward Leonard and his wife, Shannon Colleen Leonard; his daughter, Sarah Elizabeth Frazier and her husband, Gerald Frazier; his grandchildren, David Evan Leonard, Emily Elizabeth Leonard, Emerson Miles Harrell, Ella Ann Leonard and Julie Ann Frazier. He is also survived by his brother, David Ernest Leonard and his wife, Pamela King Leonard, of Atlanta, Georgia; his sister, Ellen Leonard Powell, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and many nieces and nephews.
Walt is preceded in death by his parents, Walter Edward Leonard and Ella Beddingfield Leonard Buck, his step-father, W. D. Buck, Jr. , and his brother-in -law, A. Blair Powell, Jr.
Walt graduated from Durham High School and attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His entire work career was spent with Wachovia Bank and he retired from the bank in 2000 as senior executive vice president in charge of Wachovia Operational Services. Mike Morgan, fellow Wachovia employee and friend, wrote the following about Walt:
“We regret to inform you of the passing of our friend Walter Leonard on Monday, August 26, 2019. For the past two years Walt underwent intensive cancer treatments with the courage, determination, and optimism that you would expect of him. He was bolstered through it all by the constant support and strength of Betsy and his family.
During the last two decades of his long career with Wachovia Bank, Walter was responsible for Wachovia's information systems and banking operations. His tenure coincided with one of the most tumultuous periods in American banking, a period of unprecedented regulatory, technological, and societal change. His leadership, devotion, and vision were a vital part of the bank's expansion during that time. He was highly esteemed by his associates and often consulted by regulators, technologists, and banking industry leaders.
Walter had a well-deserved reputation for his intellect, but he was also witty, charming, and compassionate. He was a friend to many of us and a mentor to a lucky few. He taught by example and repetition - we should always make time for ourselves and our families; our employees are our most valuable asset; and, integrity is its own reward. He liked the word "Wachovian". He will be missed, but we will tell "Walter" stories for years to come. Most of them will be true.”
Walt was rendered paraplegic at the age of seven, the result of an unfortunate accident. However, he never allowed that injury or subsequent disability to define him. Walt achieved the designation of Eagle Scout and was the president of the Durham High School Marching Band. All through his life his determination in the face of adversity that would have diminished most people, along with his constant positive attitude, served him and those around him well. He was an inspiration to those who knew him. He was also a generous man, always willing to help friends and support his family without question.
Walt and Betsy would have celebrated 51 years of marriage in September of this year. He was cherished by his family and will be greatly missed.
As per his wishes, there will be no public service. The family will gather for a private remembrance at the appropriate time in the future. Please be sure to leave any comments or condolences to the family on this website.
To send flowers to the family of Walter Leonard Jr.
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