Rolla High School Wrestler And Football Player Chandler Martin Leonard, 15, Is Survived By His Parents William And Neon Summers Leonard
Chandler Martin Leonard passes away at the age of 15.
AthleteRohit MaharjanJanuary 6, 2026
This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on January 5, 2026
Chandler Martin Leonard, an athlete from Rolla High School, has sadly passed away on Tuesday.
He was born on May 11, 2010, in Minot, MD, to his parents, William and Neon Leonard.
Leonard was an athlete at Rolla High School, participating in football and wrestling.
He always wanted to play with his younger siblings around the house.
Chandler Martin Leonard Passes Away, Leaving Everyone Devastated
The sources confirmed that Rolla High School wrestler and football player, Chandler Martin Leonard, 15, left the world on Tuesday, December 30, 2026, at SMP-ST. Kater Hospital, Rolla, MD.
Lyle OldElk Davis from Belcourt, North Dakota, took to his official Facebook handle to announce the tragic news. He wrote,
Chandler Martin Leonard, age 15, of Rolla, ND passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2026 at SMP-St. Kateri Hospital, Rolla, ND. Chandler Martin Leonard was born on May 11, 2010 in Minot, ND. Chandler loved spending time with his family, his siblings, especially joking with his brothers and cuddling with Liam. He was always willing to play with is younger siblings around the house. Chandler was an athlete at Rolla High School, participating in football and wrestling. He was loved dearly by his family members and many friends. Chandler will be forever missed.
Lyle OldElk DavisJeannie Poitra from Stephan, South Dakota, took to the comment section, offered heartfelt condolences, and sent prayers to Chandler’s family.
Prayers to his Family, may he Rest in Peace, so sad
Jeannie PoitraChandler’s mother, Neon Summers Leonard, also took to the Facebook handle and mourned the loss. She wrote,
I have been through a lot in my life but nothing will ever compare to having to say goodbye to my son. As everyone knows I took in my brothers back in 2026 and I have loved them as my own. Chandler was not only my son, he was my best friend, when he first got placed with me and ever since than were have been like two peas in a pod. Everyday I was grateful I got to have them in my life again. When we had liam, he became chandler’s best friend. I know liam will miss his best friend/ cuddle buddy dearly. He was always willing to help me with his brother and sisters because that the kind of person chandler was. We made it official and adopted the boys on October 23rd. He became my son (legally) forever. Nothing hurts more than knowing you weren’t able to help your son with his inner thoughts that convinced him that he was good enough for this life. I had so much to still teach you, and so much love to still show you. I would give up everything in this life to have you here with me. Just know you were good enough and loved by everyone that ever met you. The world was brighter with you in it. I hope you have found the peace you were seeking. You’ll always be in my heart my sweet Chandler Martin Leonard 🩵🩵 Forever 15 you will be.
Neon Summers LeonardIn the comment section, Gordon Krech wrote,
Neon, William and family. Chery and I are so sorry for your loss. We are Praying for you guys!
Gordon KrechOther close ones and friends have also offered their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Chandler’s family to stay strong in this difficult time.
Moreover, Neon has organized the fundraising campaign on GoFundMe as the family is facing a financial crisis for the funeral. She wrote,
On December 23rd, our family experienced a house fire that caused smoke and water damage to all our personal belongings and our house. We are still in the middle of construction and trying to rebuild when we were hit with the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Chandler. We are very limited on money after losing everything in the fire, and now we are facing funeral expenses we never could have prepared for. I ask right now that you pray for my family and, if you are able, support us as we try to honor Chandler’s memory and rebuild our lives. Any help you can give will mean the world to us.
Neon Summers LeonardThe campaign aims to collect $6.9k, and it has collected around $5,383.
On January 4, 2026, Neon thanked everyone for the donations and announced that Chandler’s funeral would be held on Thursday, January 8, 2026.
The visitation has been scheduled from noon to 2 p.m., with services starting at 2 p.m. at the Presbyterian church.
Rest in Heaven, Chandler Martin Leonard.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Chandler’s parents tied the knot on June 3, 2017. His mother, Neon, has been serving as a universal banker at Starion Bank since September 7, 2026.
- His father, William Leonard, attended Lake Region State College and has been serving as a transportation specialist at Nutrition United since September 1, 2016.
- Chandler was preceded in death by his brother Noah Gourneau, cousin Angel Gourneau, his grandfathers, Billy Fleetwood and Elvis Norquay, and his uncles, Ernest Gourneau and Adam Dubois.
- He is also survived by his siblings, Jacob Leonard, Chance Leonard, Liam Leonard, Lani Leonard, Lana Leonard, and Casie Gourneau-Hoffman of Otsego, Angelique Hoffman of Valley City, and Hannah Hoffman of Otsego.
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