Leo E. Hodapp Sr.

Leo E. Hodapp Sr., 76, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was a United States Marine Corps veteran and was stationed at Camp Pendleton. Leo was married to his wife, Phyllis, for 54 years, during which they raised three children, welcomed five grandchildren, and a great-grandchild. He worked at the Continental Can Company for many years and enjoyed hobbies such as photography, woodworking, and coaching his daughter's softball teams. He was known for his warm nature, never meeting a stranger or turning away a stray animal in need.

Leo was born on September 29, 1948, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Albert and Carolyn (Just) Hodapp. He was preceded in death by his father, Albert John Hodapp; mother, Carolyn Theresa Hodapp; daughter, Laura McCoy; Daughter in law Donna Mullins Hodapp; Son in law Eric McCoy and sisters, Susan Hill and Catherine Hodapp.

He is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis Hodapp; children, Leo "Lee" (Arlet) Hodapp Jr. and Jennifer (Jason) Overstreet; grandchildren, Kelsey (Justus) Montgomery, Jasmine Hodapp, Sean McCoy, Ashton Overstreet, Rileigh Overstreet, Gabriel Pacis, Patricia Pacis, and Liahona Pacis; and great-grandson, Brodie Montgomery. He is also survived by his brothers, Albert (Joan) Hodapp and John (Brenda) Hodapp, along with a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends who will cherish his memory forever.

Visitation will take place from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - Southwest Louisville Chapel, located at 10304 Dixie Highway. His Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday at the same location, with burial following at Louisville Memorial Gardens West in Louisville, Kentucky.

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