Leonard Francis Gero died Sunday morning March 24, 2019 at Genesis Elder Care Mt. View Ctr. He was born on Nov. 1, 1934 in St. Johnsbury, Vt. the second son of Harold and Charlotte (Henrichon) Gero. Leonard attended and graduated from St. Johnsbury Academy in 1952. While there he became one of the best running backs in school history, setting numerous records and making the 1951 All-State team. After high school Leonard enlisted in the USAF where he was stationed in the Phillipines during the Korean War. While home on leave, he married his high school sweetheart Doris Camire on Dec. 26, 1953 at the Notre Dame church in St. Johnsbury, Vt. After finishing his military commitment, he and Doris relocated to Rutland, Vt in 1962 and eventually retired as a dispatch manager of the Holme's Transportation Co. He then worked part time at several jobs in retirement including the Rutland Herald and Grand Union. He was a member of the American Legion, the Knights of Columbus and Christ the King Church. Leonard enjoyed bowling, softball and hockey. He spent many years as a RAHA wolunteer and was a part of the group that helped start the hockey programs in Rutland in the early years of its existence. He was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and NY Giants. Survivors included his wife of Rutland, two daugthers Michelle Evans of Rutland, Vt. and Elizabeth (Matthew) Riddell of Buxton, Maine. Four sons Bryan (Denise) of West Rutland, Vt. Scott of San Antonio, Texas, Thomas (Gillian) of Monkton, Vt., Barry (Cindy) of Rutland, Vt. He also had 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was pre-deceased by his parents and his brother Richard. There will be no calling hours and a service will be at a later date.