Gary Leopold
May 28, 1963 ~ September 8, 2024
Gary Leopold, 61, passed away at home in Mount Vernon, Iowa, on Sunday, September 8, 2024. Memorial Service will be at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, September 13, 2024, at United Methodist Church, Mount Vernon. Visitation will be three hours prior beginning at 1:30 p.m.
Gary was born May 28, 1963, in Mexico, Missouri, son to Larry and Carol (McDermott) Leopold. Gary graduated from Northeast Missouri State in 1985 with his bachelor's degree in engineering. He worked for Wabtec as a Principal Engineer. He married Mary Boyd on March 22, 1986, in Grinnell, Iowa.
Gary loved to go for walks, bike, grill, watched sporting events, hang out with his dogs, help others, and especially loved spending time with his kids.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Leopold; mother, Carol 'Susie' Leopold; children, Matt, Ben (Sam), Jake, Nick, and Annie; brother, Tom (Kim) Leopold; mother-in-law, Mazie Boyd; dogs, Oli and Jax; many sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law; many nieces and nephews; and many loving family members and friends.
Gary was preceded in death by his father, Larry Leopold.
Memorials may be made to the family with the intention of donating the memorials to Mount Vernon students in need.
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I am profoundly sorry for your loss. Gary was an exceptional classmate and his absence will be felt deeply. May you find solace in the memories of the remarkable individual he was. It is my hope that his family, particularly his children, will continue to embody his kindness and warmth. My deepest sympathies, Sherry Sue Jenkins.
Ben and Leopold Family – Thinking of you all during this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
So very sorry for your loss.
We are praying for your family during this difficult time.
Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Our deepest condolences. Sending love and prayer.
Our deepest condolences to Mary and Leopold Family. Gary’s kind and positive attitude and outlook will be greatly missed.
I have known Gary for over 30 years. we first worked together at MCI and again at Wabtec after that. We talked almost everyday in the office and we shared a lot of laughs. He always had a story or two to tell and he had a unique perspective on life. I will certainly miss his mischievous grin and his laughter. Sending thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
Chris Robbins
In memory of a good friend. Gary will be truly missed
Spradlin and PurpleWave Family send out deepest condolences
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Wishing you comfort and strength in the days ahead.
Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Sending prayers for our Heavenly Father’s love to lift and console your family at this difficult time of parting.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Zach and Nichole Martin and family
Susie, and family so sorry for your loss! My our Heavenly Father’s spirit of love and peace comfort you all at this time .
Shelley Haubner Saxon
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I’ve enjoyed working with Gary for several years now at Wabtec. We talked regularly at work on a range of topics, alma maters, youth athletics, and more. I really appreciated Gary’s humor and sense of community that came through his personality every day. He will be missed.
My heartfelt condolences to the entire Leopold family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mary and the rest of the Leopold family. Gary will be missed by all.
Leopold family, love you all so much.
I was deeply saddened to learn of Gary‘s passing. He was a fine man, who helped to raise three amazing sons. I’ve had the tremendous pleasure and honor of getting to know Ben and working closely with Matt and they are a living example of Gary’s character. All of the family is his legacy that lives on. My sincere sympathy. God bless you all. Respectfully and with warm regards, Mariannette Miller-Meeks
Matt & Family – We are so sorry for your loss, and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss. We are thinking about your family during this difficult time. G was such an amazing person! Love you!
Mary and family, my thoughts will be with you Friday and beyond as you navigate your loss of Gary. He was such an asset to our community. Each one of you are a representation of his best ideals. A hug to each of you.
In memory of Gary, with whom I had the honor of working for 7 years at Wabtec. Beyond being a wonderful leader, you were an amazing person. I will truly miss our conversations about cycling and Indian festivals—those moments will stay with me forever. Your wisdom and warmth made work a joy, and your absence leaves a deep void in our hearts. Rest in peace, knowing your kindness, wisdom and humor will never be forgotten.
We send our deepest condolences to the Leopold family. You are in our thoughts.
My heartfelt condolences to the entire Leopold family. Gary will certainly be missed in the workplace. It was great to talk about different topics every day. I will miss those curious questions about Indian culture.
I extend my heartfelt condolences to your family. I had the privilege of working with Gary in various capacities at Wabtec. Gary made a lasting impact on many of us here at Wabtec, his positivity, patience and kind demeanor always stood out. He was ever willing to coach, guide, and mentor his team and peers.
Gary and I talked frequently, his passion for youth athletics and his immense pride in his family were always evident. I feel honored to have known him, his absence and our conversations will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thoughts and prayers for your entire family. I coached youth sports in Wilton the same time Gary was coaching for Mount Vernon. Our boys competed a lot against each other all the way through High School. It was fun to stand by Gary at these events. I remember a double header we had at Mount Vernon with 5th and 6th graders. It was very warm that night and Mary and the other Mom’s made root beer floats for both teams. My kids thought that was the best thing ever. That was Gary’s way of teaching kids that it’s just a game. He always said let’s just have fun and play. My oldest son moved to Mount Vernon a few years ago. I ran into Gary a few times at the park watching grandkids. It was great to chat and talk about the youth sports days. I will hold on to all the many great memories with a great friend.
Tom Austin – Wilton, IA.
Our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of Gary. We will be praying for you today and in the days ahead.
We are deeply saddened to hear about your family’s loss. Wishing you all strength and peace as you navigate through your grief.
Our deepest condolences to Mary and all of the Leopold family.
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers, we send our sincerest condolences. Gary will surely be missed by all that knew him♥️
Dang it,,R.I.P. Quarterback,,!,
Mary, Ben and Leopold Family:
Have been out of town and just found that Gary had passed.
I will miss reminiscing about NMSU with him.
He will be greatly missed.
My sincere condolences.
I worked with Gary at both MCI and Wabtec. When I started at Wabtec, he was the first person to come up and greet me. I don’t think I ever saw him without a smile. My condolences to the entire Leopold family.
Our deepest condolences to Mary and all the family