"The Kansas City Times" (Missouri) Wednesday, April 4, 1917 DEATHS IN KANSAS CITY. Patrick LEONARD, one of the oldest members of the Kansas City fire department, died suddenly last night at his home, 950 West Thirty-third Street Terrace. Mr. LEONARD was born in New York City in 1849 and came to Kansas City fifty-three years ago. December 26, 1882, he was appointed on the fire department and served at the No. 3 Hose Company until he was retired on pension, July 7, 1916. Mr. LEONARD had participated in the extinguishing of many fires notable in the history of Kansas City. He took part in fighting the fire at the first Convention Hall, April 4, 1900, and that of the old Coates Theater, January 31, 1901. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Bridgid LEONARD; two sons, John LEONARD and David LEONARD, of the home address; seven daughters, Miss Katherine LEONARD, Miss Nora LEONARD, Miss Mary LEONARD, Miss Nell LEONARD, Miss Margaret LEONARD and Miss Elizabeth LEONARD, all of the home address, and Mrs. J. J. KINNEY of Chicago. ================================================= note: obit has his wife's name as "Bridgid" ================================================= (I have no connection with this person but I'd appreciate knowing if you found this posting helpful.) =================================================