Leon R. Stoltzfus, 81, Ligonier, passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2016. He was born on Aug. 23, 1934, the son of Elmer and Emma Stoltzfus in Leola, Pa. On June 26, 1965 he married Norma May Royce in Bristol.

He is survived by his wife, Norma (Royce) Stoltzfus, Ligonier; two children: Diana Stoltzfus, Fort Wayne; Christine (Andrew) Ables, Fort Wayne; two grandsons: Ethan and Mason Ables; Katie Stoltzfus, Jesse (Rebecca) Stoltzfus, Ruth Fisher, and Elam (Anna Mary) Stoltzfus all residing in the state of Pennsylvania. Along with many nieces and nephews.

Leon is preceded in death by his parents: Elmer and Emma Stoltzfus; and brothers: Paul, Alvin, and Dan Stoltzfus.

A true gentleman, he loved nothing more than being a husband to his wife, Norma and a father and grandfather to his beloved daughters, Diana and Christine, and two grandsons, Ethan and Mason. Leon was an avid reader, gardener and enjoyed golfing and all types of wood working. For many years he worked for Tri-State Harvestore as well as being self-employed in the Agriculture Industry. He was a member of both the Elks and Moose Lodges.

Family and friends will be received from 3-5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Friday, June 10, at Yeager Funeral Home – 1589 Lincolnway South, Ligonier, IN 46767.

A private family memorial service will take place at a later date.

Memorial contributions in Leon’s name may be made to the Elks National Scholarship Fund – www.elks.org-512 King Arthur Drive Franklin, IN 46131

Yeager Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.