Catherine Louise (Einig) Leonard, age 82, of Alto, resides in peace on Sunday, January 15, 2023. She was preceded in death by Marcella M. Leonard and her son, Michale A. Cook. Cathie is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, Frederick, 7 remaining children blended into one family. Loretta, Sherwood (Dawn), Richard (Pat), Robert (Lori), Diane (Bruce), Sue, Doug (Christy); 27 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren; and her remaining siblings, Carl and Judy. Mom/Cathie, ment many different things to her family and those who knew her. She had the most beautiful smile of delight, was a force to be reckoned with, and will be greatly missed. A funeral service will be held 11 am Thursday, January 26 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 8436 Kraft Ave SE, Caledonia, with Rev. David Miller officiating. Burial will be held at Holy Corners Cemetery. Relatives and friends may greet the family Wednesday, January 25, from 1-3 and 6-8 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 616 E. Main St. SE, Caledonia. In lieu of flowers please consider making a memorial contribution to The Shriners Hospital for Children, office of Development, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL, 33607 or online at lovetotherescue.org.