Leo Sinkhorn

leo sinkhorn

August 20, 1962 ~ January 13, 2021

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Leo Sinkhorn, Jr., 58, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center. He was born in Danville on August 20, 1962 to Doris Marie Anderson Sinkhorn and the late Leo “Corky” Sinkhorn Sr. Leo graduated from Boyle County High School in 1980 where he was a member of the Boyle County High School Choir. Leo was a Mason and a member of the Franklin Lodge No. 28 F & AM. He had a love of music and was known for his talent for singing. Leo was a longtime member of the Junction City First Baptist Church and sang in the Praise Team. He was also a member of the Junction City Fire and Rescue for a number of years. Leo was a jack of all trades and had several jobs throughout his lifetime. He worked at Arnold’s Glass and at Triangle Mart for several years. He loved meeting and getting to know everyone. He worked for the Boyle County School system in the transportation dept. for many years and retired from the Burgin School System this past year as the Maintenance and Transportation Director. Over the last two years, Leo has been working on obtaining a degree in Mortuary Science at John A. Gupton College in Nashville and was due to graduate soon. He has been a part of the Stith Funeral Home family for the past 30 years. He was a collector of anything and everything (junk) and was always “tinkering” and trying to fix things. Leo showed his love for his family and friends. He would always want a hug and say something to make you smile. In addition to his Mother, Leo is survived by his wife, Kathleen Ann Miller Sinkhorn of Junction City; his son Alan (Taylor Thompson) Sinkhorn; his daughter Erika (Devon Holloman) Sinkhorn of Richmond; his two sisters, Sandie (Randy) Wells and Sheila (Darin) Horton, both of Junction City, and a proud uncle of many nieces, nephews, and neighbors. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Stith Funeral Home, Junction City. A Masonic service will be at 3 p.m., Tuesday prior to visitation conducted by the Franklin Lodge No. 28 F & AM. A private funeral service will be on Wednesday, January 20, 2021. Rev. Choe Sargent will officiate. Memorial donations are suggested to Backpack Kids (PO Box 802) Danville. A live stream of the service will be viewable through the Stith Funeral Home Facebook page after 1 pm Wednesday. Please sign the online guestbook and the Hugs from Home program. Visitation: 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, January 19, 2021, Stith Funeral Home, Junction City Funeral Service: Private Service, Wednesday, January 20, 2021. A live stream will be available at 1 pm.

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  22. Leo, you were a man who we were so blessed to know. From talking on trips, or at the Farm Machinery Show, to sitting at the lodge or at school playing music and singing together, or working together on some strange project, you were always an inspiration. You were one of the most genuine, caring, friendly, helpful and principled people I ever knew. You are one of the few who really understood the word friends. You always said to call on you no matter what time, no matter what I needed, and no matter where I was and you would be there. And I knew you meant it. I love you brother and will miss you. Know this, if your family ever needs me, just like you told me, it don’t matter when where or why, I will be there. And like you I mean it, because you’re my friend. Miss you buddy

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  35. Leo was one of the best! He was an instant friend to anyone who met him. He loved his family and loved to share how proud he was of them. He will be missed tremendously by everyone in the community. Prayers to you Kathleen and all those who love Leo.

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  42. Kathleen I was so saddened to hear about the passing of your husband. Please know that my prayers will be with you and your children in the days ahead.

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  44. I met Leo when he was the Transportation Manager for Boyle Co. Schools and I was in charge of Day Treatment (Alternative School). He was so good to my guys, he wasn’t soft, he just treated them with respect and they knew he cared.

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  65. Leo was a great guy always had a smile on his face and when you talk to him he had you smiling also So sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family

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  68. Erika, I was so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. Praying for you and your family. May God strengthen each one of you and give you his everlasting peace.

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  72. I am so sorry for your loss, the family is in my thoughts and prayers. If you ever need anything, please call on me. The kids and I pray for your strength and for your hearts to have peace.

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  74. Kathleen, I am so saddened to hear about Leo’s passing. May you and your family find comfort in the memories of Leo’s love for you.

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  88. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family. We love you and your Family very much, Love, Helen, Cabe, and David Overstreet

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  89. Kathleen, I am so sorry to hear of Leo\’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending lots of love from your FRYSC family down in Pulaski County!

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  90. Kathleen My deep condolences to you and your family. He was a class act in all of his endeavors. May you feel God\’s presence in your hearts as you move through the days ahead.

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  97. Sinkhorn family you are all in my prayers. I feel very fortunate to have had Leo as a friend and believe the world is a better place because of his kind heart and generous spirit. May God bless each of you.

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  98. Kathleen, we are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you, Erica and Alan that God will wrap you in his arms and you will feel his love and peace now and in the days to come.

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  100. We are so very sorry for your loss! We will be praying for you and your family during this most difficult time.

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  103. Kathleen, I am so sorry to hear about Leo’s passing. I have always loved seeing your family pictures on Facebook. You all made the cutest couple and your love showed in your pictures. I am praying for you and your family during this time. May God comfort you with memories of a wonderful life together.

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  109. I am so sorry to hear about Leo’s passing. He was a great person who will be missed by all. His smile, laughter and hugs will be a few of things I’ll miss about him. I worked with him at Triangle Mart years ago. And basically known him a long time “ our families knew each other “ My heart smiles knowing that he is singing with the angels! Kathleen and family You all are in my prayers today and the days to come.

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  113. Kathleen, Erika, Alan and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathies. Leo was such a kind and friendly person to everyone. He will be missed. Know our hearts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. May God give you strength and grant you peace. Blessings, Carole & Greg Burns (Connor & Sarah, too)

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  114. Kathleen and Family, We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Leo was such a sweet and caring soul who will never be forgotten. You and your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy, Brian and DeNae Boyd

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  117. So sorry to hear of Mr. Sinkhorn’s passing. My daughter and I used to love to come to your store. Know that the world has lost wonderful person. I am better just for meeting this kind man.

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