Leon E. Bursley Sr., 58, of Ashland, died Saturday, August 23, 2014. He was born on October 14, 1955 to Herbert and Arlene (nee Love) Bursley. He was a graduate of Western Reserve High School and the Denver Automotive and Diesel College. Leon worked as a skilled tradesman with General Motors. He enjoyed working on cars and riding his motorcycle. Leon volunteered as an assistant leader with Boy Scout Troop 217 in New London. He was a devoted father and grandfather and cherished time spent with his grandson Wyatt. Leon is survived by his children Leon Bursley Jr., of Ashland, and Tammy Bursley of Wakeman, grandson Wyatt, his parents Herbert and Arlene Bursley, Brothers Bob and Kevin Bursley, and his step-brother Mike Humble. Leon was preceded in death by his sister Rosie. Friends and family will be received on Wednesday, August 27, from 5-8 p.m. at Eastman Funeral Home, 200 West Main St., where services will be held on Thursday beginning at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, New London.

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