Leonidas M.G. Beane

Leonidas M.G. Beane, went home to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 16 at the age of 15. He is survived by his parents, the Rev. Larry and Grace Beane, grandparents Larry and Linda Beane and Martin and Dina Fonda, as well as his uncles Christian Beane and Bryan Fonda, and his aunt Pia Fonda, as well as his cousins Liam and Kasey Fonda. Leo was a member of the St. Tammany Composite Squadron SWRLA088 Civil Air Patrol (U.S. Air Force Auxiliary) holding the rank of Cadet First Lieutenant. He held a student pilot license and was learning to fly. He was a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans, the National Rifle Association (Marksman), and the Gretna Historical Society – often volunteering at GHS events – including the Hook and Ladder Cemetery tours. Leo also served Salem Lutheran Church for many years as acolyte, and was homeschooled (a member of the Westbank Homeschool Association). He was a member of the New Orleans Karate Club in Belle Chasse, holding the rank of first kyu (brown belt) in Isshinryu Karate. Leo could do pushups like no other, and was known for his sense of humor. He was a fixture at the Ludwig von Mises Institute in Auburn, Alabama, as well as being a student of Economics for many years, studying under his dear friend, Dr. Walter Block of Loyola University. He was the youngest member of the Ring Masters Flying Club that flies model planes at City Park. Leo made everyone smile, and was a loyal friend to all in need. He will be sorely missed by his loving parents, family, friends, fellow CAP members, brothers and sisters in Christ, and the many people he knew and loved in the Gretna community. Most importantly, Leo was a baptized child of God and enjoys the promise of the resurrection in Christ. We will see him again in glory! Because of Covid restrictions, he will have a private viewing and internment at Hook and Ladder Cemetery. Salem Lutheran Church will hold a Memorial Service to be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donation to Salem Lutheran Church, 418 4th Street, Gretna, LA 70053. Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA is in charge of arrangements.