![]() He also spent much of his time supporting his grandsons, attending their many school and sporting events as one of their biggest fans. Leon was also a Master Gardener who loved sharing his love and expertise of gardening with others. In retirement, Leon continued to support children and families in Alachua County volunteering with the Corner Drug Store, among other things. Leon was a Gator Booster and season ticket holder for both baseball and football, attending home and many away games over the years. In 1999, Leon retired to Gainesville, FL, where he could spend his retirement cheering on his beloved Gators. He continued work with the State of Florida as a Program Administrator for Abuse and Neglect Prevention statewide. As Director of Children Services in Hillsborough County, he was instrumental in providing both residential and non-residential services to all children, youth and their families. During his career, he was one of the pioneers in youth prevention services, creating and providing the first runaway shelter and services in the state of Florida, which was modeled throughout Florida and the southeastern United States. Leon transitioned to Youth Services (Delinquency) in the State of Florida, traveling throughout the state ensuring the integrity of the educational services provided to children in custody. Leon taught high school social studies, Problems of American Democracy, at Ocala High School for two years during the integration of public schools. Raised by his grandparents, Leon treasured family as evidenced by his career service, commitment and dedication to serving the children and families of the State of Florida. He attended law school, then transitioned after the 2nd year to earn a Master’s degree. Leon attended Jacksonville University then transferred and graduated from the University of Florida, Class of 1966. He is survived by his wife, Paula Vogel Polhill, his son Hal (Stacy) Polhill, his daughter, Diane (Gary) Leinenbach, and 3 grandsons, Kyle Polhill, Drew Leinenbach, and Gavyn Leinenbach. He is preceded in death by Leonard Leon Polhill (father), Lillian Irene Whitlow (mother), and his sister, Polly Bodden (Elsie Irene Polhill). Vincent’s Hospital, Jacksonville, Florida, lost his battle with cancer surrounded by his family on 7/24/22. For those who wish, arrangements are in care of Milam Funeral and Cremation Services at 311 South Main Street Gainesville, Florida 32601Īrthur Leon Polhill, born 8/29/42 at St. ![]() The family will receive friends, Friday, Augbetween 6-8 p.m. He had six grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.įuneral services will be held at Forest Meadows Cemetery off of Hawthorne Road, Saturday, Augat 11a.m. He is survived by loving wife of 44 years Cynthia Diana Ford, Brother Terry Ford, his Son Michael Ford, Daughters Edith “Sissy” Simmons and Jessica Ford. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Wayne and sisters Alice and Faye. He made his living as a driver from long-distance to local driving he did what it took to take care of his family. ![]() From building engines to finishing classic cars. Hillbilly was an accomplished mechanic and driver. Ford was born Jand Autryville North Carolina to Jesse “T-Model” Ford and Lillian a Ford. James “Hillbilly” Ford, age 69 of Hawthorne Florida passed away on Sunday, August 7, 2022.
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