Leonard Esmond Yokum Jr.

Leonard Esmond Yokum Jr. passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023, in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 83.  He was born on Tuesday, February 27, 1940, in Hammond, Louisiana to  the late Leonard Sr. and Emilie Yokum.  He was a resident of Hammond, Louisiana.

Leonard is survived by his children, Leonard "Len" Yokum, III, Shawn Garaudy (Cecil), and Robert Brent Yokum; grandchildren, Lauren and Tyler Garaudy and Randi Lynn Yokum; great-grandchildren, Seyla and Saige Touchard; brother, Albert J. Yokum; as well as his nephew, Evan P. Yokum.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard Sr. and Emilie Yokum.

A private family service will be held at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to North Oaks Hospice.