of Mountain Home, AR

January 9, 1944 - February 1, 2023

Leonard Arnold Sutherland, 79, of Mountain Home, AR passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, Feb. 1. He was born in Kansas City, Kansas to Warren J. and Ruth Myrtle (Charlie) Sutherland on January 9, 1944.

Leonard was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Roger; two brothers, Warren and Dennis and two sisters, Jeannine Rapp and Ethel Phillips.

He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Betty; a son, Jerry Wesley (Christy) Sutherland of Mountain Home; two sisters, Patricia (Dean) Mather of Mountain Home and Juanita Scharig of Independence, MO; a brother, Larry (Joanne) Sutherland of Lone Jack, MO; many nieces and nephews; his church family and many loved friends.

Leonard was a veteran of the United States Navy. Serving three years, Leonard was assigned to Special Forces, operating landing craft to transport military personnel, equipment and weapons for combat operations.

He retired from the Local 2 Sheet Metal Workers International. He was a member of the Church of God Fellowship in Omaha, AR, where he was affectionately known as ''Grandpa Leonard'' to all the children.

His natural artistic and creative abilities shone in his sculpting, landscaping and gardening. He especially loved growing Juliet tomatoes each spring, which he shared with everyone around him. Leonard most enjoyed being on the lake, having a dog in his lap and spending time with family and friends.

Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. with the funeral service following at 2 p.m. on Monday. February 6 at White Chapel Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens located at 6600 NE Antioch Rd., Gladstone MO 64119. Ken Tate will officiate. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Church of God Fellowship in memory of Leonard Sutherland.

Arrangements are under the care of Roller Funeral Home. Please visit our online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/mtnhome.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller Funeral Home
Highway 5 North
Mountain Home, AR  72654
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com