Leonard C. Hale

Leonard C. Hale, 92, of Lexington, Kentucky passede away Wedmesday, Nov 3, 2021 at Baptist Health Hospital in Elizabeth, KY. He was a faithful and loving husband of the late Rosie L. Hale. Leonard was born on March 7, 1929 in Jessamine County, KY. To the late Thomas and Florida Hale, He was a faithful and loyal member of Shiloh Baptist Church, Lexington for 75 years where he served on the Trustee Board. He was the owner of Hale's Cleaning Service, Inc. for 60 years where he took pride in building a successful business in the community. The Urban League featured "Blacks in Lexington Oral History Project" at the Louie B. Nunn Center at UK on July 12, 1978 featuring an interview with Mr. Hale. On Feb 10, 2012, the Lexington Herald Leader published a two page article on his business and impeccable service he provided his clients. Mr. Hale, was a dedicated member of Ismid Temple 110 of Lexington where he served as a Past Potentate Advisor and 33rd Degree Mason. He was a WWII Veteran serving in the Army and Navy. Leonard was a distinguised and honorable man. He was a role model to all who met and knew him. A patriarch of the Hale family. He had such a pleasant demeanor and loved and cherished his family and friends. He was always willing to help everyone and loved to support his community. Preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Florida Hale; Siblings; Grace B. Hale, John H. Hale, Hattie M. Davis, Drucilla H. Miliner, Walter R. Hale, Thomas J. Hale and Sylvester Hale. He leaves to cherish his passing, three daughters; Linda (Odell) Smith, Christine Hale and Wateetah (James, deceased). One adopted son; Deante (Samesha) King and their 3 daughters; one Godson, George Brown Jr. (Kentucky State Representative District 77), Grandchildren, Dr. Odell Smith (Twalla), Leonard Smith, Allan Smith, Nichole McNeil, Joseph Carter Jr, Ursula Simmons, Christopher Carter, 11 Great-Grandchildren. His Siblings; Mattie F. McDaniel, CHristine C. Carten (Buford) and Geneva H. Bailey (Willis) along with a host of other relatives including nieces, nephrews and cousings. Visitation on Friday, November 12, 2021 at Smith & Smith Funeral Home , 11:00am -1pm with Funeral Services to follow.

Leonard C. Hale

March 7, 1929 - November 3, 2021

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March 7, 1929 - November 3, 2021

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