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Leon Frank LaVene
Born: 1/15/1931
Died: 12/25/2020
Age: 89
Community: Fenton, MI
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LAVENE, Leon Frank
On December 25, 2020 Leon Frank LaVene, age 89 of Fenton, Michigan received his Christmas wish to go home to heaven to be with his Lord and Savior and his forever sweetheart, Barbara Sue. Leon married Barb on June 9, 1951 at Trinity Tabernacle in Flint, Michigan. They enjoyed 58 wonderful years together before she preceded him to heaven in 2009.
A private Funeral Service for Family/Extended Family and Invited Guests will be held at Central Church of the Nazarene, 1261 W. Bristol Road, Flint, MI, on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at 2:00pm. Visitation will start at 12:00 pm and last until time of service. Due to Covid-19 and government regulations, mask, and distancing guidelines must be practiced.
Leon will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery, Hill Road, Flint, Michigan beside his beloved wife, our mom, Barbara S. LaVene immediately after the service.
As a loving father he was concerned about the academic and spiritual welfare of all his children and grandchildren.
Leon attended GMI Institute. He was successful inventor and businessman. He and his partners owned Schmelzer Corporation, BLD Products Ltd. and Tawas Industries. He held two patents on groundbreaking metal processing technology. Through his businesses he was able to provide a livelihood and career opportunities for many people.
As a private pilot he enjoyed flying for business and pleasure. In the early days of his company, it was not uncommon for him to fly, pick up parts from suppliers, and/or make deliveries to his automotive customers.
Leon also found time to be involved in church and community serving as a Sunday School teacher, a church boys club counselor (Royal Rangers). Leon will be especially remembered for his pleasant spirit and dedication to God. He attended Central Church of the Nazarene, Flint, Michigan. Leon was a great example for all of us in terms of his love for God and the life he led.
His hobbies included golfing, downhill and cross-country skiing, biking, scuba diving, riding snow mobiles, wood working, and riding his motorcycle. He enjoyed traveling around the USA and on a couple occasions, internationally.
He is cherished and missed by his children: daughters, Brenda (Dennis) Rainwater of Durand; Debra (James) Stephenson of Flushing; Terry (Greg) Jenkins-Hess of Owosso; son, Leon (Allison) LaVene, Jr. of Fenton. 10 grandchildren: Dennis Rainwater, II, Erin Francis, Tara Jenkins, Deana Teichman, James Stephenson, III, Tyler Theile, Leon LaVene, III, C. Thomas Jenkins, Zachary LaVene, Chelsea Jenkins; and 20 great-grandchildren: Bradley Jenkins, Madeleine Francis, Henry Teichman, Mason Francis, Jackson LaVene, Adler Teichman, Kiefer Teichman, Nathan Rainwater, Ella Theile, Andrew Rainwater, Tanner LaVene, James Thatcher Stephenson, Emerson LaVene, Hannah Rainwater, Riley LaVene, Everett Stephenson, Harper LaVene, Blair Theile, Addalynn LaVene, and Kathryn Teichman. Many in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins; and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife and sweetheart of 58 years, Barbara Sue; his parents James Lee & Tryphena Maude LaVene; all of his siblings: Edna Pearl Hinch, Rose Tryphena Lee, Elsie Mae Richards, Clare Lee LaVene, and Carol Ann Rockwell.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate a gift in Leon’s name to:
Life for Youth Camp 1416 82nd Ave, Vero Beach, Fl 32966
Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomenic.com
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Central Church of the Nazarene
1261 West Bristol Road
Flint, MI 48507Get a Map to this location...
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