Leonard Hernandez Savala, age 88, of Kentwood, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, July 20, 2020. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Elodia; children: Leonard A. Savala, Jr., Robert and Virginia Savala, Susan Doublestein, Carmen Marie Pequeno, Dorrelia and Pedro Fabian; daughter-in-law, Marlene Pequeno, 18 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his children, Delmaria Savala, Santiago Pequeno, Jr.; siblings, Jesse, Carmen, Anthony, and Jenny, son-in-law Charles Doublestein.  Leonard moved to Michigan in 1966 and became an expert welder at the GM Fisher Body (Grand Rapids Metal Fabrication) Plant.  He was a loving, caring husband, father, and grandfather. Leonard loved to tinker and work with his hands. He taught his children and grandchildren to weld. He loved working on cars and teaching his sons to do the same. He was a “pistol” who loved to travel, fish, and dance. Leonard had a great sense of humor and was always happy. Family was extremely important to him and he loved participating in family gatherings. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 24 at St. Joseph the Worker Church, 3138 Birchwood SW, Wyoming, MI  49548, with Rev. Steven Cron presiding. Burial at Woodlawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday at church one hour prior to Mass. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to St. Joseph the Worker Church.

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July 24, 2020 4:24pm
Our deepest condolences. May you Rest In Peace Leonard. You will be truly missed. Thank you for being who you were and accepting us all. We love you!

- Tony

July 24, 2020 8:57am
Nuestro más sentimo pésame, Descanse en paz, Dios les allude a encontrar resignación 🙏🏼

- Jesús & Grace Duque

July 24, 2020 8:55am
I will cherish the memories of my Uncle forever.

- Anthony Betancur

July 24, 2020 7:16am
It was truly an honour to have shared some laughs and have the chance to speak with such a truly beloved man that raised such a special all around women Natya. May God have u beside him watching over your loved ones. God Bless. Your memories and shared moments will carry on with us until we all meet again when this is all over.

- Stephen Tashos

July 24, 2020 4:35am
To my beloved husband, I will always miss you. You were the best thing that ever happened to me. You were a good man and husband. I don't know what I'm suppose to do with you, I miss you so much hunny. I will always have you in my heart and soul. Until I see you again...

- Your wife, Lola Savala

July 24, 2020 4:30am
To My Abuelo & Dad, Today is going to be the hardest day of my life. You left us to soon. I've been struggling on how I should express the way I feel, but there are no words. I miss you with every beat of my broken heart. I wish that God had given me more time with you. I know you were ready to be with your family and Aunt Trudy, but it's hard to let you go. I'll miss our talks, our laughs, and your warm hugs. I love you so much Abuelito!! I know you'll be watching over me, making sure I take care of Abuela. Like you use to tell to me, "May The Good Lord Be With You," and also with you, Welo. <3<3<3<3

- Your Granddaughter, Naji

July 23, 2020 10:21pm
Gramps I will miss you so much but the memories I have with you will help me til I see you again love you your grandson Carlos Rodriguez

- Carlos Rodriguez

July 23, 2020 6:57pm
Dad I am gonna miss you but god must of needed an angel so he chose you and what better angel then you dad you where always in angel in our lives especially my mom's life and you always be that special angel in our livesAnd for everything you have done for us and showed us and taught us through out the years you have earned your wings rest in peace you will be missed love your daughter and son-inlaw Dorie,Pedro Fabian and grandson Kike

- Dorrelia Fabian

July 23, 2020 5:05pm
To my beloved grandfather, who I will miss deeply as I cherish all the memories we've had together. May God bless you and always watch over you. Love you Abuelo!

- Your Grandson Boly Jr.

July 23, 2020 1:13pm
Our condolences Aunt Lola and cousin's, Uncle Leonard will be deeply missed. I will forever cherish all the wonderful memories we had. Love always your Great Niece Eliza.

- Eliza Rodríguez Duque

July 23, 2020 12:17pm
So sorry for your loss aunt and cousins. Wish we could be there. You will be missed uncle .

- Pete Betancur

July 23, 2020 10:50am
Dad You were one of a kind I will always love you and miss you so much but I know you are with me in spirit. My heart aches for you and is shattered. But you will always have a special place in my heart. I will always cherish our memories and our good times together! I know your in a better place and at peace now. Until I see you again Love always your daughter Carmen

- Daughter Carmen

July 23, 2020 10:41am
May he rest in heaven. Our deepest condolences to his family and may God provide comfort to them in these difficult times. With all our love and prayers! Shiela, Jason and kids

- The Hernandez Family

July 23, 2020 7:25am
We were so sad to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers to the family. I'm sorry we're not able to attend his service since we now live in Fl. David, Beatriz Garza Kiehle

- BEATRIZ GARZA, DAVID KIEHLE

July 22, 2020 1:33pm
Thinking of you. You are in are thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, Nancy & Dale Mayfield

- Nancy Mayfield

July 22, 2020 12:15pm
God bless this man, who raised a beautiful granddaughter as his own child, and was so very beloved in life by family and friends, from far and wide. RIP Mr. Savala, your legacy lives on in the hearts of those who share and cherish your memory 💗🙏🏻

- Kayla




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