Leonardo Hemor Jardino's Obituary
Leonardo Hemor Jardino " Narding”, 88 years old, passed away peacefully at Parkland Hospital on September 5, 2025 at 05:22 am, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 25, 1936 in Casiguran Sorsogon, Philippines, Narding used to work in Guam and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for more than 20 years as a heavy equipment operator.
He met his beloved wife Estelita Queja in 1960's at Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Together they raised two children, Evelyn and Mayflor.
Narding was a hardworking man of profound wisdom and humor, cherishing his family and passion about his job and hobbies of fishing and gardening. He was a devoted husband and a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. His warmth and kindness touched everyone he met and his memory will live on in the countless lives he impacted.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Estelita, his children Evelyn and Mayflor; his sibling Constantino "Tony"; his grandchildren- Maria Mila, Grace, Sheila, May Ann, Renz, Vincent; great grandchildren- Alexander, Charles, Blair, Yuan, Orion, Stephen, Jade, Leonel, Alaynah, Leon.
A celebration of Leonardo's life will be held at the St. Michael The Archangel Catholic Church in Grand Prairie, Texas on September 26, 2025, at 1 PM. Visitation will take place from 12 to 2 PM on Saturday, September 27 at the Restland Funeral Home. A reception will follow from 3 to 5 PM in the Restland Event Center. The Urn Placement will be held on Sunday 09/28/2025 at 2 pm inside the Whispering Waters Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given at the funeral home chapel during the visitation or service.
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