Leland Harmon Damon Jr.

Leland Harmon Damon, Jr “Lee” went home to be with his Savior, who he cherished and served, with his loving family by his side on October 26, 2024. He was the son of Leland Harmon and Pearl Louise (Stettenbenze) Damon Sr, He was born on September 24, 1936 in Lackawanna, NY.

His loving wife, Joyce (Betts) survives him. He is also survived by his children: Deborah (Michael) Workman, Dana (Marie) Damon, Darlene (Steve) Bierbaum, Dawn Mack, Lisa (Scott) Fowler, Leland Damon III and Duane (Michelle) Damon. Also surviving him are his grandchildren: Stephanie, Kevin, Chad, Matthew, Heather, Jeremy, Lauren, Larry, Leland IV, Tyler, Kelsey, Crystal, Rebecca and James.; his great-grandchildren: Ruby, Sloane, Jayden, Nora, Weston, Ryland and Ryan. He is also survived by his brother, Douglas. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Archie, Janae, Phyllis, Don, William “Bill” and, Damaris “Marty”. He will be greatly missed by his family and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends.

He was a lifetime member of the North Central Florida All Airborne Chapter where served as chaplain.

Services will be Saturday, Nov 16th at 1 pm at Fellowship Baptist Church of Ocala, where he was a member for over 24 years. Burial will be at a later date in the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.