Peter LEONARD Obituary

Pete I was honored to work for
you at liquid Carbonic. You taught me a lot about the trucking industry. You will truly be missed by those who worked underneath you. Godspeed and I'll see you on the other side.

Hey Pete Or Gentleman Pete our we banter title
But what a thorough Gentleman you were ,kind considerate funny
As an apprentice your tutoring was always welcomed never rushed or barked at and kindly critiqued and it bought the best out in us
Later as an employer those lessons I followed thank you GP
I will never forget the day u returned to work after lunch at home and you were useless for the afternoon we all were after you told us the story of Hayden and the tampon hand grenades !! Eveytime we looked at each other we´d get the bloody giggles again
We´re ever when ever we caught up Gentlemen Pete it was a pleasure rest easy GP
Pete Hogg

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

So sorry to hear of Peter´s passing and I know he will be greatly missed by his beloved family. I always found him to be a very kind, gentle man and cared for people very much. Thanks Peter. Mary Vink ( Leonard) cousin.

Amazing man, gave so much to boxing and had so much knowledge, so kind and generous, rest in peace Pete

To Joy, Michael, Chris, Deborah, Hayden and t5he Wider Leonard Family
What an outstanding Funeral Service led by Celebrant, Jo Taylor - No Religion, but just about Peter's Life, which it should always be
An Outstanding Life of Family, Occupation and Outstanding Sporting Achievements from grassroots to International and Life in general - a very Humble, Caring person who always gave his .best
Peter and Don Cameron coached the 1975 South Canterbury Colts Rugby side that beat Canterbury (which included 4 NZ Colts), Cantabrians, Southland amongst other sides and we are due to celebrate our 50th in 2025, but Pete has beaten the Team, but both Pete and Don are held in high esteem by the Team RIP to both
From the 1975 South Canterbury Colts side

Our condolences to the Leonard family , Peter and Joy are National treasures in the sport of boxing in New Zealand. Peter will be fondly remembered. Always helpful and knowledgeable while promoting sport and R& JS.

My deepest condolences to all the Leonard family

To the Leonard family deepest sympathy on the sad loss of Peter.He coached me in Southcanterbury Colts in the late 70s an astute coach one that believed in you and you wanted to play for him not to let him down a rare skill.His amazing achievements in the boxing game was incredible.I think a true icon of South Canterbury sport.R I P Peter a top man

To Brad, Courtenay, and Luka, Very sorry to read of your granddad's passing our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Love Nana, Jim and Great Nana

Liz McDonald










Liz McDonald

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

To Joy and family. Our heartfelt condolences to you all in the sad loss of Peter - a true gentleman in every sense of the word. It was so good that he could not only attend but be the 'star' of the show during our recent '72 Skinner Cup reunion. Intelligent, articulate and compassionate, Peter knew how to extract the best from his players. Always remembered with fondness. Colleen & Murray R

Grandad was so involved in the South Canterbury community and will fondly be remembered for being so, he achieved so much in his life, but always had time for every single member of the Leonard family, thank you for helping shape us all into the people we are today, your legacy lives in. RIP Grandad, time for your final nap.

Our father kept a garden.

A garden of the heart;

He planted all the good things,

That gave our lives their start.

He turned us to the sunshine,

And encouraged us to dream:

Fostering and nurturing

The seeds of self-esteem.

And when the winds and rain came,

He protected us enough;

But not too much because he knew

We would stand up strong and tough.

His constant good example,

Always taught us right from wrong;

Markers for our pathway that will last a lifetime long.

We are our Fathers garden,

We are his legacy.

Thank you Dad we love you.

To Joy and Family,
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to you all.
So,so glad to spend time with you both at our last rugby reunion,just like old times as Pete's boys.
Such a proud popular,sporting family,Peter was a true giver and passed on many team gems which were and are still treasured. An astute coach and father like figure to us youngies who earned respect by his actions and mana , we would have moved mountains for him. A lovely guy a genuine GB ; Who will forever be remembered with kindness and integrity. Our heartfelt blessings.
David and Noela Laurenson. Christchurch.

To cousin Joy and family, please accept our deepest sympathy. Peter was an amazing man & a true gentleman and we were blessed he was a part of our Family. Sending all our love

To dear Joy, Michael, Chris, Deborah Hayden, and all the Leonard family, my sincere sympathy in the passing of Peter. He will long be remembered for his input, and outstanding contribution to boxing, not only in Timaru, but throughout New Zealand, as an outstanding referee and judge, and also the work he put in, with coaching rugby around South Canterbury. Fare well to a great man, my heartfelt condolences.

Our best sporting mate in timaru for many years, a wonderful gentleman, thanks for the memories
JOHN @ SHEILA DENLEY
CHCH