Nicole Leonhardt

Nicole Yvette (Bovee) Leonhardt, age 62, passed away peacefully Saturday Morning, June 18, 2022, exactly one year from receiving a diagnosis of terminal cancer. She was given six months to live, and fought a herculean fight of faith for a full year.

Nicole was born on December 9, 1959, in Saginaw, Michigan, the daughter of Victor and Audrey (Ellis) Bovee. She was a 1978 graduate of Chesaning High School. On December 16, 1990, she married Alan Leonhardt, and they enjoyed 31-1/2 years together.

Nicole was a housewife and served as an Assistant Pastor and Worship Leader. She enjoyed gardening, directing children's plays, singing and playing the keyboard, and encouraging and supporting her daughters.

Nicole was preceded in death by her parents Victor and Audrey Bovee.

She is survived by her husband Alan Leonhardt, daughters Bethany (Danny) Casaurang, Hannah Leonhardt, Arial (Isaya) Hughes, and Gabriella Leonhardt.

If you would like to help with funeral, medical and travel expenses, please give to Alan Leonhardt, 1600 W. State Road; Hastings, MI 49058.

A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, June 28 at 11:00 AM, at Hastings Assembly of God, 1674 W State Rd, Hastings, MI 49058, Randal Smolchuck officiating. A luncheon will follow. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home, to leave an online condolence visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.