Leo Elisha Warda Jr. 74 of Turlock, California, died peacefully at home on April 23, 2026, after a long illness with liver disease.
He was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. He was passionate about music and was a drummer for 60 years. He played in many bands and for his church. He was known as a gentle giant.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Pamela, their children, Joshua and Alysia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo Sr. and Bernice, his sister Pamela and his son Leo III.
Celebration of life will be held at Monte Vista Chapel on Saturday, May 16 at 11:00am, in the South Education Building.
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