Alfonso Eduardo Leon

November 16, 1918 - December 25, 2019

Alfonso Eduardo Leon , 101 of Hemet, California passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at home. He was born on Saturday, November 16, 1918 in El Paso , Texas, and was the son of the late Efren and Teresa ( Benitez ) Leon. Al worked for many years in the air conditioning business and was known to work in many government facilities, one of which was NORAD. He was married to the love of his life, Alicia Olivas Leon for over 73 years, until her passing on 9/26/2015. they loved to travel in Europe and the United States. Driving trips were also part of their vacations and retirement where they could enjoy the country, each other and family upon arrival to their destination. Al loved to play golf and was known to have two holes in one. He was an avid reader of mystery novels, always solving the mystery before the end of the book. His family describe him as always being positive and supportive , giving love and encouragement when needed to family members. Al loved his family, grandchildren and was able to meet his great grandchild before he passed away. Surviving is his daughter, Linda Hoffmann ( Richard ) of West Des Moines, IA, brother, Edward Leon and two grandchildren: Andy and Courtney and one great grandchild , Arya. Services will be private at Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside, CA.