Leonard Woodward

Leonard Foster Woodward, 86, of Danville, passed away on October 10, 2026 at Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital.

Leonard was born on April 16, 1940, in Peacham, to the late Lawrence & Hazel (Morse) Woodward. He worked for the Vance Tree Farm before going on to work at Danville High School for 38 years before his retirement. He married Ruth Nelson in 1965, sharing 61 years before his passing.

Leonard enjoyed the simple things in life, such as doing puzzles, playing cards, hunting and fishing. The thing he enjoyed most was family. He loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. He was also known to enjoy picking on his wife, Ruth! He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Leonard is survived by his wife, Ruth Woodward of Danville; daughter Stacy Pott & her husband Aaron of Concord; daughter-in-law Tammy LeClair of St. Johnsbury; son-in-law Ronnie Craig; sister Lucy Surridge of St. Johnsbury; grandson Devan Degreenia & his partner Gabriella; grandson Peter & his wife Danny; granddaughter Jocelyn & partner Tim Delworth; grandsons Skyler & Atlas LeClair; and greatgrandchildren Westly, Devvie, Dailha, and Parker.

Leonard was predeceased by his parents, his in-laws, his brother, a sister, and brothers-in-law. He was also predeceased by his son, Jeffrey Woodward and his grandson, Andrew Pott.

Honoring Leonard’s wishes, there will be no public services.

Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at saylesfh.com