Grand Knight Paul McNiff presents Bob Leonard with a plaque recognizing his 70 years of outstanding service to the Athol Knights of Columbus.
Grand Knight Paul McNiff presents Bob Leonard with a plaque recognizing his 70 years of outstanding service to the Athol Knights of Columbus. Credit: Submitted Photo

ATHOL — Robert “Bob” Leonard has been recognized for 70 years of service to the Athol Council 1182 Knights of Columbus.

Following the 4 p.m. Mass at Our Lady Immaculate Church in Athol recently, a reception was held in the OLI CCD Center on Main Street where family, friends and Brother Knights gathered to honor Leonard for his commitment to his church, council, and community. Leonard joined the Knights in May, 1949.