Leonard E. Brown

Leonard E. Brown, 73, of Findlay, passed away at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

He was born February 14, 1952, in Lima, Ohio, to the late Joseph and Ruth (Giesken) Brown. Leonard married Susan Mimna on September 15, 1986.

Len graduated from Ottawa-Glandorf High School. He then became a proud member of the United States Army for 20 years. He earned numerous military awards, commendations, and certificates of appreciation, including the Meritorious Service Medal and the Army Commendation Medal, and many more. He was respected by officers and enlisted members alike.

After his time in the military, Len was a truck driver and worked at Walmart. He enjoyed woodworking, golf, and computers. He loved telling jokes and was always happy.

Those left behind to cherish Len’s memory are his wife, Susan, who he loved with all his heart; stepson, Anthony Walters; three grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and siblings, Joyce (Don) Brown Schieltz, Larry (Bobbi) Brown, Cheryl (Michael, dec.) Kovach, and Denise (Jack, dec.) Grant.

Len was preceded in death by his parents; stepdaughter, Kayla Athey; and siblings, Nancy Miller, and Timothy Brown.

Friends and family may visit from 1-3 p.m. Monday, February 9, 2026, at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, (419-422-1500) where full military rites will be performed by the Hancock County Memorial Squad at 3:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions in Len’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.huffordfh.com.